You could try a carpet steamer that puts hot water and cleaning solution into the stain and then sucks them out. Or you can use any type of carpet cleaner in a bottle or can and apply per the directions. The most important thing is to thoroughly clean the areas and make sure it can dry out for at least 2-3 days. I would even spray Lysol on it too once it's dry from the other cleaning. Then get a nice mattress cover; there are several options, and then you can put the rest of the bedding on it.

I use a hand steamer every time I change the bedding

I've had different brands over the years. Any would work.

I sprinkle it with baking soda and let it sit. Then I have a handheld vacuum with a heat based UV light on it to kill dust mites. I do this every time I change the sheets.

Carpet or upholstery shampooer. Ideally you'd have a mattress cover over it and under yout sheets to not have to actually wash the mattress.

If you're really worried that your mattress is dirty you can rent a carpet cleaner from the grocery store. It will be wet for a while afterward so you need to plan to sleep on the couch for a day or two.

That said, I've NEVER cleaned a mattress. If it makes me uncomfortable then I just buy a new mattress pad and change the sheets.

Do you live in a cold climate?

As a Canadian, I make it a point to move my mattress outside for a cold winter day once a year. 12 hours at under -12C will kill the dust mites living in your mattress. Knocking the population back once a year helps reduce allergen production.

Never cleaned a mattress. Always go buy a new one or turned it over. Here’s your chance to see if mattress firm is an illegal front.

Sister here not a dad,

Is this for for general maintenance? If so water cleaning is overkill. When you strip your bed next sprinkle some baking soda on it and let it sit for a few hours and then vacuum it up. (just an FYI some folks say to use a shop vac instead of a regular vacuum because it might damage the vacuum. But it's not like you do this every week and I haven't seen any problems with it)

Make sure to twist your mattress regularly for even wear too.

I really do not recommend using water to clean a mattress unless absolutely necessary for like urin/vomit etc stains and you cant afford a new mattress. The reason being moisture & mattresses don't mix. It's great situation for mold to develop especially this time of the year (unless your in the southern hemisphere) if you do have a stain I'd get two kinds of cleaners.

1st: An Enzyme Cleaner like Puracy's Stain Remover

2nd: Oxygen Bleach (Biokleen's OB or Oxy-Boost is better than Oxiclean).

Spray the stain and let it sit for up to an hour. Once done mix up the Oxygen Bleach in HOT water to dissolve it. Once it's dissolved (and cooled off) put it in a spray bottle BUT Do Not attach the nozzel until you're ready use it! (At best it will just dribble out of the nozzle at worse it could explode cause it's creating a gass ) and when not in use remove the nozzel. Oh and the solution can't be saved as after 6 hours it's no longer active.

Spray the stain let it sit blot and repeat until the stain is gone. Then using an extractor (carpet cleaner) to remove as much moisture from the spot as possible. Don't sleep on iyt again until it has completely dried.

Next time you get a new mattress invest in a waterproof mattress cover then all you'll really need to do is vacuum it periodically to get rid of skin cells & dust mites and their feces.

Lastly: r/cleaningtips is a great sub for things like this.

TL;DR: Vacuum matress, if trying to rid of smells sprinkle baking soda let sit for few hours then Vacuum. For stains Read the method above.

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1. Vacuum the Mattress: Remove all bedding and vacuum the mattress thoroughly to remove dust mites, debris, and loose dirt. Pay close attention to seams, crevices, and edges where debris can accumulate.
2. Deodorize with Baking Soda: Sprinkle baking soda generously over the mattress surface. Let it sit for a few hours or overnight to absorb odors. Vacuum up the baking soda thoroughly.
3. Freshen with Vinegar or Essential Oils: Vinegar Solution: Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Lightly spray the solution over the mattress and let it air dry. Essential Oils: Add a few drops of essential oils like lavender, tea tree, or eucalyptus to a spray bottle with water. Spray lightly and let it air dry.

If you can get the sun on it for a few hours it'll help "bleach" it baking soda on it then vacuum it will help. That's what is do

Wash pillows too

“Mom, I really need a new mattress. This one smells.”

That would TOTALLY work on me.

Use a clothes steamer on it

No idea for stains I would check manufacturer manual or labels. For future reference tho bro put some sheets on that or a mattress protector

Sweat is acidic so you'll wanna go with baking soda, spritz the stain with a bit of water and dust it with baking soda. You don't want it wet, just damp. Let it sit for about 15 minutes and then vacuum it up. Give it a couple treatments and that'll at least get a good portion of it out

If the stain still persists after a couple treatments give it a light blotting with a hydrogen peroxide water mix.

spray with a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and water, let it sit for at least 20 minutes before wiping it down with a cloth! can be harder with older stains but i find this better than the smell of vinegar lingering. i also recommend buying a mattress protector (waterproof is best) you can get good ones for $20 dollars usually

Maybe an enzyme cleaner and one of those small carpet cleaners for spots?

Ooof. I need the same advice. I've given up on the sharpie stain, but the brown sweat?!? Stain scares me

Once it is clean, buy a zipper allergy proof cover. Not the super cheap ones that crinkle, but nicer ones that are breathable but still offer a lot of protection. Add a mattress pad over that - thinner ones can be washed with the sheets.

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Move it into the sunlight for a day? Or steam mop?

You can put down carpet deodorizer or baking soda and then vacuum it up.

There are also commercial cleaning services for mattresses.

think they have steam cleaners for that or you could wrap it tight in plastic and leave it in the hot sun for a few hours each side

Spray down with Lysol or other fabric-safe disinfectant.

Spray it with an antibacterial spray and let it air out for a few hours. Don't over spray it or it'll take quite a while to dry. You can also purchase an antibacterial mattress cover and most of them are washable.

The most you should do is vacuum it with a special attachment for upholstery. I would recommend using a waterproof mattress protector under your mattress pad though. This has kept my mattresses pristine and like new for 7 years so far

I don't clean my mattress. Imo it's not really a cleanable item. I use a mattress protector that goes all the way around it and zips shut. And then I have a fitted protector that I'll take off and wash monthly. I don't have animals in the bed and the bf causes soft spots in the mattresses so I see them as something I'll get new every 5-10 years. I also like a hard mattress so getting a thinner, hard mattress isn't too expensive

I have an airtight allergy cover and waterproof pad cover. Never. It's as clean as the day I bought it.

I scored a hand held steamer from Aldi and I use it every four months or so,just to surface clean and knock down the dust mites. As far as replacing mattresses,I've had everything from a 3k euro top to an Amazon bed in a box and darnedest thing,that amazon king with a 4 inch topper is more comfortable than most premium bedding. I used to rotate for even wear,but I have my spot that conforms to me,if I try to sleep on my husband's side,well then I don't sleep. It's 2 years old and was under $400 so I feel justified in replacing it within the next year or so,if needed. One thing I won't comprise on is washing linens in hot water 1x per week and getting the best sheets I can afford. Brooklinen at an AirB&B ruined me to use anything else.

Never. I’m 70. I have never cleaned a mattress. I protect it with 2 mattress pads and a sheet. I have never spilled any liquid on a mattress. I agree they are not a cleanable item. All you will do is mess it up.

To sanitize it at least, put a steam mop or garment steamer on low and carefully steam the top layer, making sure the mattress doesn’t get soaked. Leave it to dry without sheets for a day. Has worked for me on traditional mattresses, hybrid with foam top, and Sleep Number. From there I’d flip the gross side, put on a zippered waterproof protector, a nice foam pad, and deep pocket sheets that won’t pop up while your asleep.

A carpet shampoo such as Vanish oxi-action power-spray pet would be your best bet. The trick is to use a damp white cotton t-towel or old towel and wipe, wipe, wipe as the dirt transfers from mattress to cloth. Probably take a few applications, just don’t over wet it product

have you ever seen a dirty mattress cut open?

Dude, that’s a goner!

Sorry OP. Time to buy new. You can surface clean but any water or cleaning substance will soak through. You can't really "rinse" a mattress.

If you cannot purchase a new mattress, buy a mattress pad to provide a nice clean top to sleep until you can.

Usually you don't need to wash the actual mattress if you use a top mattress and a mattress cover that can be washed in a regular washing machine.

Has anything happened to it? It doesn't look very dirty to me.

Should never be sleeping on a matress without a water proof cover. It's a matress it really isn't mean't to be cleaned it's mean't to be protected & replaced eventually

I use water proof mattress covers myself. They make them so they feel like material and not like plastic. You can find them at Walmart.

They machine wash and last for years. IDK if you are worried about odor or a stain, but the waterproof mattress covers will hide regular body smells. If it is a little extra stinky, I saw some people on tiktok pour baking soda on it and brush it around a bit. let it sit, then vacuum it up. Add a water proof mattress cover back on and you should be gtg. If it is pee, I would use a hand held carpet cleaner like a Bissel little green portable carpet cleaner and after sucking up the wet, spray vinegar and water and suck it up a few more times. Let it dry completely then do the baking soda.

I think you already did a very good job judging from the picture. Let it dry and see what remains.

Bicarbonate soda and white vinegar (in a spray bottle) also helps. Spray and let it sit for an hour. Wipe it with a wet cloth or wait until it's completely dry and vacuum.

Johnny Depp is this you?

Too soon?