How to Dry a Water Stain on a Mattress
Water can wreck havoc on a mattress. If left to soak into the mattress, the water can reach the insides of the mattress causing mold growth. Once mold begin to grow inside the mattress, it cannot be removed and the mattress may have to be thrown out. It is important to quickly try to remove any staining and dry the area while the water is still on the surface. If a mattress has been flooded or submerged in water, it should be discarded instead. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- 1/4 cup of dry laundry detergent powder
- 1 cup of warm water
- Large bucket or bowl
- Whisk or mixing utensil
- Soft sponge
- Clean, dry towel
- Fans
Instructions
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Mix the detergent with the warm water in a large bucket or bowl. Use a whisk to create suds in the water.
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Remove all bed sheets and covers from the mattress.
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Soak the sponge in the sud filled water. Wring the sponge to drain excess water so only some suds remain on the sponge.
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Rub the water stain gently and lightly with the sponge in a clockwise circular motion.
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Rinse the sponge and squeeze out excess water. Rub the stain again with the sponge, without re-soaking it in the suds, going counter clockwise.
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Rinse the sponge a final time and wring out excess water and wipe down the stain to remove the suds.
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Use a dry and clean towel to pat dry the stain area.
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Open windows in the room to allow air flow. Plug in at least once fan and point the fan in the direction of the stain. Allow the water to dry completely with the air flow.
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Tips & Warnings
Try to remove the water stain as soon as you discover them. The longer the water has time to sit, the deeper the water can go and the larger the stain.
This guide can be used on various other stains as well.
Do not use liquid detergent, only use dry powder.
Do not use chemical cleaners as this can cause additional staining.
References
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