Most people face the problem of cleaning mattresses. After all, they cannot be washed in any way, and pollution is inevitable. Therefore, manufacturers invented such a thing as a mattress cover, which was created specifically to protect the mattress from dirt. In addition, it significantly increases the life of the mattress, protecting it from various injuries, and makes sleep even more comfortable. Now it becomes relevant to wash the mattress cover.

Many people have a question: is it possible to wash a mattress cover? It all depends on the material from which he and his filler are made. If the material allows, the product can and should be washed. It is advisable to do this with a frequency of two to three months.

Can I wash the mattress cover in a washing machine? Here, everything also depends on the material, since there are those that, when in contact with water, lose their protective properties.

In general, washing these products in a washing machine does not cause any particular trouble, even if they are made of heavy fabric. Before you wash it, you should look at the label: there must be indicated the necessary information on this. Many people are interested in what temperature to wash the mattress pad. Usually it is recommended to wash it in a washing machine at a water temperature of not more than 40 ° C in the delicate washing mode. It is better to choose a cleaning agent that is gentle, adding it directly to the drum of the washing machine. Drying products is recommended with good air circulation, after giving it the right shape.

Before you start the washing process, you must consider which material the product is made from.

Especially popular are mattress covers made of camel and sheep wool. They are great for use in the winter season, as well as mattress covers made of fleece and microfiber. These materials help to keep warm and get rid of excess moisture. But woolen mattress covers are very moody, so it is advisable to use dry cleaning when caring for such a product or to give it to dry cleaning. But if the dirt is quite strong, it is allowed to wash the product manually at a temperature of no more than 30 ° C, or in the machine, choosing the “wool” or “delicate washing” mode. Dry in a horizontal position.

For proper care of a camel hair cover, the following rules must be observed:

• ventilate it at least twice a year;
• wash by hand at a water temperature of 30 ° C with a special tool that contains lanolin;
• machine wash allowed only in special mode;
• dry only horizontally on a flat surface.

As for the product made of sheep’s wool, if the pollution is not strong, just use a special detergent for wool, diluting it with water at a temperature of 30 ° C, foaming and removing the pollution with a soft sponge. If the stain is large and heavily ingrained, the product can be washed with your hands again in water at 30 ° C, or in the washing machine in a special mode (“for wool”). After washing, such a mattress cover should not be wrung out strongly, twisted and ironed;

For summer, silk, bamboo and cotton mattress covers are more optimal. They are breathable, keep a feeling of coolness, while protecting from overheating, do not allow moisture to pass through. Cotton mattress toppers are also hypoallergenic.

Polyurethane products are allowed to be washed at high temperatures. Cotton and synthetic - in the daily wash mode (if improperly, they can change shape). They are not afraid of frequent washes. And if the cotton cover is also without filler, it can be ironed. Products with a filler require more careful care, so it can fall down and gather in lumps.

The mattress cover made of membrane fabric is considered waterproof and protects the mattress from the penetration of not only liquids and odors, but also from the penetration of ticks and pathogens. But membrane tissue requires regular washing. Otherwise, dirt entering the "pores" clogs them. Sweat also aggressively affects the material, spoils the texture and leads to the loss of membrane properties. Washing the mattress pad from this material is especially relevant, as it is often used by bedridden patients and young children. For washing covers made of membrane fabric, use only a special liquid detergent. If this rule is not observed, the membrane will lose its original properties. It is also forbidden to use products containing chlorine and its derivatives when washing membrane products, dry them on a battery and put them in dry cleaning.

It is forbidden to wash latex, polyurethane foam, coconut products and mattress covers with memory effect. Due to the effects of water, all their properties disappear in them. Only their covers can be washed; it is advisable to do this manually at a temperature of no higher than 30 ° C. If the recommendations are not followed, the material may sit down.

They make microfiber mattress covers, which is one of the most hardy fabrics. When washing such a mattress cover, it is allowed to use ordinary washing powder and wash at temperatures up to 60 ° C.

It should be noted that when washing mattress covers worn on a children's mattress, it is necessary, just like for all children's things, to use children's washing powder.

There are many companies that produce mattress covers. One of them is Ascona's company. How to wash Ascona mattress cover? Products of this company contain knitwear, and since this material has the ability to stretch, such mattress covers need to be handled carefully:

• They should be washed in a gentle mode, while using mild detergents;
• The water temperature should not be more than 40 ° C;
• Ascona mattress covers should be dried in a horizontal position.

In any case, before washing the mattress mattress of Ascon, you should read the label.

Ascona produces Protect a bed covers, which are waterproof and wear resistant (can withstand 200 washing cycles). How to wash Ascon's covers? They can be washed at water temperatures up to 50 ° C and dried at an average temperature.

If the stain is dried, then you can use a borax, which also neutralizes the unpleasant odor: you need to sprinkle abundantly all the dirt (the main thing is not to leave it on the skin), then rub it heavily into the mattress (gloves are best used). Next, you need to wait until the borax dries. You can expose the mattress in the sun, or just hold it in a damp, well-ventilated room. Or you can even dry the stain with a fan. Then it is advisable to vacuum the remains of the borax;

To get rid of the wet spot, you need to get it wet with a sponge several times. Then you need to moisten the stain and blot it again with a sponge. You can use alcohol or vinegar. Next, let the stain dry, as in the first case.

The mattress cover does not have to be washed too often. Sometimes it’s quite simple to ventilate or vacuum it using a soft brush.

Most people face the problem of cleaning mattresses. After all, they cannot be washed in any way, and pollution is inevitable. Therefore, manufacturers invented such a thing as a mattress cover, which was created specifically to protect the mattress from dirt. In addition, it significantly increases the life of the mattress, protecting it from various injuries, and makes sleep even more comfortable. Now it becomes relevant to wash the mattress cover.

Many people have a question: is it possible to wash a mattress cover? It all depends on the material from which he and his filler are made. If the material allows, the product can and should be washed. It is advisable to do this with a frequency of two to three months.

Can I wash the mattress cover in the washing machine? Here, everything also depends on the material, since there are those that, when in contact with water, lose their protective properties.

In general, washing these products in a washing machine does not cause any particular trouble, even if they are made of heavy fabric. Before you wash it, you should look at the label: there must be indicated the necessary information on this. Many people are interested in what temperature to wash the mattress pad. Usually it is recommended to wash it in a washing machine at a water temperature of not more than 40 ° C in the delicate washing mode. It is better to choose a cleaning agent that is gentle, adding it directly to the drum of the washing machine. Drying products is recommended with good air circulation, after giving it the right shape.

Before you start the washing process, you must consider which material the product is made from.

Especially popular are mattress covers made of camel and sheep wool. They are great for use in the winter season, as well as mattress covers made of fleece and microfiber. These materials help to keep warm and get rid of excess moisture. But woolen mattress covers are very moody, so it is advisable to use dry cleaning when caring for such a product or to give it to dry cleaning. But if the dirt is quite strong, it is allowed to wash the product manually at a temperature of no more than 30 ° C, or in the machine, choosing the “wool” or “delicate washing” mode. Dry in a horizontal position.

For proper care of a camel hair cover, the following rules must be observed:

• ventilate it at least twice a year;
• wash by hand at a water temperature of 30 ° C with a special tool that contains lanolin;
• machine wash is allowed only in special mode;
• dry only horizontally on a flat surface.

As for the product made of sheep’s wool, if the pollution is not strong, just use a special detergent for wool, diluting it with water at a temperature of 30 ° C, foaming and removing the pollution with a soft sponge. If the stain is large and heavily ingrained, the product can be washed with your hands again in water at 30 ° C, or in the washing machine in a special mode (“for wool”). After washing, such a mattress cover should not be wrung out strongly, twisted and ironed;

For summer, silk, bamboo and cotton mattress covers are more optimal. They are breathable, keep a feeling of coolness, while protecting from overheating, do not allow moisture to pass through. Cotton mattress toppers are also hypoallergenic.

Polyurethane products are allowed to be washed at high temperatures. Cotton and synthetic - in the daily wash mode (if improperly, they can change shape). They are not afraid of frequent washes. And if the cotton cover is also without filler, it can be ironed. Products with a filler require more careful care, so it can fall down and gather in lumps.

The mattress cover made of membrane fabric is considered waterproof and protects the mattress from the penetration of not only liquids and odors, but also from the penetration of ticks and pathogens. But membrane tissue requires regular washing. Otherwise, dirt entering the "pores" clogs them. Sweat also aggressively affects the material, spoils the texture and leads to the loss of membrane properties. Washing the mattress pad from this material is especially relevant, as it is often used by bedridden patients and young children. For washing covers made of membrane fabric, use only a special liquid detergent. If this rule is not observed, the membrane will lose its original properties. It is also forbidden to use products containing chlorine and its derivatives when washing membrane products, dry them on a battery and put them in dry cleaning.

It is forbidden to wash latex, polyurethane foam, coconut products and mattress covers with memory effect. Due to the effects of water, all their properties disappear in them. Only their covers can be washed; it is advisable to do this manually at a temperature of no higher than 30 ° C. If the recommendations are not followed, the material may sit down.

They make microfiber mattress covers, which is one of the most hardy fabrics. When washing such a mattress cover, it is allowed to use ordinary washing powder and wash at temperatures up to 60 ° C.

It should be noted that when washing mattress covers worn on a children's mattress, it is necessary, just like for all children's things, to use children's washing powder.

There are many companies that produce mattress covers. One of them is Ascona's company. How to wash Ascona mattress cover? Products of this company contain knitwear, and since this material has the ability to stretch, such mattress covers need to be handled carefully:

• They should be washed in a gentle mode, while using mild detergents;
• The water temperature should not be more than 40 ° C;
• Ascona mattress covers should be dried in a horizontal position.

In any case, before washing the mattress mattress of Ascon, you should read the label.

Ascona produces Protect a bed covers, which are waterproof and wear resistant (can withstand 200 washing cycles). How to wash Ascon's covers? They can be washed at water temperatures up to 50 ° C and dried at an average temperature.

If the stain is dried, then you can use a borax, which also neutralizes the unpleasant odor: you need to sprinkle abundantly all the dirt (the main thing is not to leave it on the skin), then rub it heavily into the mattress (gloves are best used). Next, you need to wait until the borax dries. You can expose the mattress in the sun, or just hold it in a damp, well-ventilated room. Or you can even dry the stain with a fan. Then it is advisable to vacuum the remains of the borax;

To get rid of the wet spot, you need to get it wet with a sponge several times. Then you need to moisten the stain and blot it again with a sponge. You can use alcohol or vinegar. Next, let the stain dry, as in the first case.

The mattress cover does not have to be washed too often. Sometimes it’s quite simple to ventilate or vacuum it using a soft brush.

Removable mattress covers allow you to keep the mattress clean for as long as possible, prevent stains. But they need to be washed regularly, given the features of the cover, membrane and filler. Many buyers argue: “Is it possible to wash a mattress cover in a washing machine?” It is time to find out.

Mattress cover Fleece Bamboo

Fundamental rules

Save the mattress pad label. On it you will find all the necessary information about washing. In case of loss, contact the global Internet. If the product was previously purchased in the popular Ikea store, you will find detailed care information for it without any problems.

If there is a complete lack of information, focus on materials and gentle washing conditions.

Please note that usually the outer case is made of materials such as:

• Cotton fabric. (The temperature regime is 40 degrees, washing is possible manually or mechanically);
• Fiber bamboo. (Same water temperature, mechanical drying, ironing and bleaching prohibited)
• Microfiber (Suitable 60 degrees).

Moistureproof Cases

Membrane material needs special care.

It is possible to wash a waterproof cover, but it is unacceptable:

1. Washable at over 40 ° C
2. Special bleaching.
3. Mechanical or manual spin.
4. Drying in the sun.
5. The use of excipients.
6. Dry cleaning.

If you determine that the design includes a water-repellent membrane, in the future it can only be washed in a washing machine, with a delicate mode. You can use gels or shampoos - these are not aggressive substances that will help get rid of dirt on the case.

Moisture-proof mattress cover Protect Simple

After washing, drying follows. The mattress cover can be spread over the entire length. After complete drying, the surface can be treated with various means. This will return the original quality of the goods.

Varieties of covers

If the mattress pad contains fillers - fluff or feather, you can wash it in the washing machine, but it must withstand at least 7 kg of dried laundry. Do not use bleaches or conditioners.

Caring for a mattress cover of different wool is not more difficult. It is enough to wipe it with a brush previously moistened in water and add a few drops of detergent for the washing machine. After that, it can be cleaned in a washing machine, with the “for wool” mode and a water temperature of at least 30 ° C, but the spin should be at medium speeds.

Holofiber or polyester fibers are often used by manufacturers. They have similar characteristics and can withstand washing when high temperaturesbut not spin at high speeds. Also, aggressive substances should not be used.

Popular companies

The two most popular companies are Ascona and Ormatek. They specialize in one product. Ascona mattress covers are made of cotton fabric. Uncomplicated technology and proper care enables the case to serve as long as possible in an attractive way. Ascona can be washed in a moderate mode with a water temperature of no more than 40 degrees.

Ormatec often uses the material Jacquard-Satin. His washing rules are slightly different from the rules attributed by Ascon's company:

1. The product should occupy only half the drum.
2. The use of aggressive substances is prohibited.
3. Enable delicate mode.
4. Water temperature should not be higher than 30 ° С.
5. It is possible to iron a mattress cover from any party.

The purchased cover must be cleaned or ventilated. Washing should not be frequent, once every six months is enough. It can only be dried flattened and in the fresh air, but try to avoid direct sunlight.

Mattress cover - mattress cover with protective and correcting the characteristics of the berth functions. Products with different materials The filling and outer cover behave differently when used, washed and dried.

The manufacturer is trying to familiarize the buyer with the instructions for caring for the mattress cover in order to extend its service life. But if you do not have instructions, and the label with recommendations is lost or becomes unreadable, use the following general recommendations, guided by the type of fabric and filler of your product.

Type and fabric of a mattress cover - reference points for cleaning and washing

If your accessory is made without filler and is just a protective cover-sheet with an elastic band or zipper, you need to know the type of fabric.

The most popular materials for covers are cotton knitwear or jacquard, microfiber, bamboo:

1. Microfiber cover is the most durable, can withstand machine wash at a temperature of 60, is resistant to clings.
2. A cover made of cotton knitwear or jacquard is hardy, but prone to shrinkage after washing, because the water temperature should not be more than 40 degrees.
3. The bamboo cover is even more durable, but whimsical: wash only in cool water without bleaching agents, it is forbidden to dry in the machine and iron.

Washing the mattress cover is necessary every three to six months, and a little more often the product is vacuumed or knocked out manually.

Waterproof mattress covers (moisture protective)

A fabric with a membrane is a miracle of technology that requires careful care. Moisture-resistant membrane does not allow moisture, dust, bacteria, but tends to get dirty by analogy with human skin, which has pores. It is necessary to wash fabrics from membrane covers more often, because their structure, although it has water-repellent and breathable abilities, is designed to absorb pollution.

Washing of a mattress cover made of membrane fabric is allowed at a temperature of no higher than 30 degrees without powdery means. Machine wash in delicate mode with a spin not exceeding 800 revolutions. Hand wash using mild liquid is best suited. detergents without bleaches and conditioners. Stains are removed with ordinary household soap. You can not iron, as well as lay out on the battery.

Important! To avoid loss of properties, mechanical damage to the membrane layer or prolonged drying of it in direct sunlight should not be allowed.

Protective quilted mattress covers with synthetic fiber

Artificial fluff or polyester fibers tolerate washing well, do not go astray. Mattress covers should be washed at 30 degrees, gentle machine wash is acceptable, but discard bleaches. For drying, it is necessary to gently squeeze out the water (in case of using a washing machine, do not exceed 800 revolutions) and spread out in a flattened form, but not in the open sun.

Caring for a mattress pad

If the mattress cover is made according to the principle of wool outside, it is forbidden to wash it, only dry cleaning. Sheepskin lanolin improves muscle tone and the state of the joints of the body, and also prevents dirt molecules from penetrating deeper into the mattress cover. When a small spot appears, the surface is treated with foam, obtained by diluting the detergent for wool products with slightly warm water. If the mattress cover is soiled significantly, it is best to use dry cleaning. For products that are quilted over wool under the fabric, in most cases hand washing at 30 degrees without spin is allowed, drying in a straightened form on a flat surface. Do not use an iron.

Eco-friendly camel hair is suitable even for allergy sufferers, and the mattress cover is easily ventilated, because every six months it needs to be taken out to the balcony. Wash in cool water or a special wash mode for wool, choosing gels with lanolin in the composition. Dry only when unfolded.

Orthopedic products cleaning

Accessories for bed stiffness correction, orthopedic mattress covers, have a volumetric filler inside that can not be washed, only an external cover, if the design allows it to be removed. For mattress toppers made of dense natural latex or polyurethane foam, in emergency cases it is permissible to remove stains from the surface with a soap solution, partially or even completely lock in warm water, without twisting. However, the process of draining water and complete drying will take from one to several days, depending on the thickness.

Important! In the case of the use of other materials, moisture must not be allowed to enter the product.

General rules for the care of mattress covers

The manufacturer hooks a label on the product with a reminder of the rules of care. It is not worth exceeding the washing temperature specified for the material. If the filler has fallen slightly during use, then it must be straightened before washing. Mattress covers do not need to be washed too often, like bedding. Once a month they need to be ventilated, and once a week, vacuumed with a special nozzle for furniture with soft nap (not to be confused with a carpet brush whose coarse bristles can leave clues on knitted or terry fabrics).

To mattress cover - a product designed to protect the mattress from dust, moisture, stains and dangerous microorganisms "worked" efficiently, you need to take care of it. Otherwise, the product loses its protective and hygienic properties, begins to work on the pollution of the mattress and on the deterioration of the health of sleeping. With the classic model of the mattress cover, everything is more or less clear. And what about special - waterproof, antibacterial, woolen, winter / summer models? Is it possible to wash mattress covers in a washing machine, how to dry them and can they be ironed?

The very first thing you should always start with is to familiarize yourself with the manufacturer's recommendations. As a rule, they are stated on the label, packaging or in the accompanying booklet. The list of mandatory information includes the composition of the product and the main recommendations for care. It is the instruction that will tell you how to wash the mattress cover.

Important! The instruction manual on the tag is not just a set of icons. Before sending the product for sale, the manufacturer conducts tests and various tests, on the basis of which a list of recommendations for each individual fabric is compiled. It is important to take the time to learn how to read the icons.

How often should I wash the cover? Depends on the circumstances. If you sweat a lot or sleep directly on the mattress cover, then at least once a month. If the mattress cover is constantly covered with a sheet, the intervals can be longer - from 3 to 6 months (depending on the type of mattress cover) plus - if necessary, in case of unforeseen contamination. In the period between washings, the mattress cover can be vacuumed or knocked out in the fresh air.

How to wash a waterproof mattress cover

Most often, such a product is purchased for special purposes (if the family has a child or a bedridden patient). Therefore, it can be polluted more often than usual. Along with this, waterproof mattress covers have a special structure. The bottom layer of these special covers is a moisture resistant polyurethane membrane.

If for some reason there is no instruction manual, the following nuances should be kept in mind.

• You can wash the product both manually and in automatic mode.
• The maximum water temperature must not exceed 40 ° C.
• As detergents, it is not recommended to use aggressive and bleaching detergents, rinses and conditioners. Use only gentle chemicals, for example, for children's things.
• If you need to get rid of minor surface contaminants, use ordinary household or baby soap.
• If we are talking about how to wash the mattress cover in the washing machine, you should choose the delicate washing mode without spinning and drying.
• Do not wash the mattress pad with other products.
• The product is manually wrung out. Avoid twisting with effort.
• The waterproof mattress cover should be dried in a shaded place (without direct rays), and also away from heating appliances.
• It is not recommended to dry the membrane mattress cover on the street in winter.
• Ironing a waterproof mattress cover is not recommended!

How to wash mattress covers from different materials

As materials for the manufacture of mattress covers use natural, mixed and synthetic fabrics. Each material has its own characteristics that affect the choice of washing mode. Several general recommendations about how to wash mattress covers from different fabrics.

• Cotton mattress covers can be washed manually and in a typewriter machine. So that the product does not shrink, the temperature should not exceed 40 ° C.
• Bamboo is quite demanding in care and does not withstand standard washing. In the case of it, choose a delicate mode without spinning and drying.
• Microfiber is the most hardy material. She will suit the standard washing mode at a temperature of 60 ° C using conventional detergents and conditioners.

Before proceeding to the search for an answer to the question of how to wash a mattress cover at home, you need to determine what material your product consists of fibers (if the original instructions are lost).

Wool

The peculiarity of this mattress cover is the presence of natural wool (printed or as a filler) in the composition of the product - sheep or camel. One of the unpleasant problems of wool products is that they absorb odors. If there is a need to get rid of fresh pollution, you can use special tool with lanolin for wool. The water temperature by which pollution is removed (or in which the product will be washed) should not exceed 30 ° C.

Reference! You can also wash the cover in the washing machine, but only in the wash mode of woolen products. Woolen mattress cover is not recommended to be twisted, it should be gently squeezed out with hands, spread and hang.

Feather and fluff

Natural material, quite demanding in care. First (as usual) you should pay attention to the recommendations on leaving the manufacturer - on the tag. It should indicate whether it is possible and how to wash the mattress topper with down filling.

If the “permission” to wash from the manufacturer is obtained, then we erase it, but given a number of nuances. Washing is recommended at least once a year, usually at the end of the summer. The washing mode for the machine is automatic - delicate or manual, without spin. Use only delicate detergents (mainly liquid) and do not lay other things together with the mattress cover (only tennis balls, so that the fluff does not go astray). Drying - in a straightened form, away from heat sources.

Important! Due to the large weight and volume in the wet state, a downy product can not be washed in every washing machine.

Coconut, polyurethane foam and latex

Thick mattress covers (toppers) made of coconut coir, latex and polyurethane foam (foam) cannot be washed. This procedure will lead to a loss in the characteristics of the filler and the topper will become unusable. The cover from the topper mattress is washable and possible, and necessary.

Holofiber

Artificial mattress pad that can be washed in a delicate washing machine. As detergents, it is better to use gentle (gel-like). So that the product does not deform after washing, it is better to dry it in a straightened, horizontal position.

Another pretty demanding stuff. You can wash the mattress cover in the washing machine with delicate means and without using an air conditioner. The water temperature should not exceed 30 ° C. Machine spin is not recommended. Iron only from the inside out, choosing a low temperature.

Advice! If the filler from which the mattress cover is made has a combined composition, the washing regime and parameters should be selected in the direction of the prevailing material.

Antibacterial

Since manufacturers use different types impregnation, washing rules for a particular model will be displayed in the icons on the tag. In order for the product to last as long as possible without losing valuable qualities, one should strictly adhere to the manufacturer's recommendations.

Reference! On average, antibacterial impregnations withstand up to 100 wash cycles.

How to remove stains and heavy pollution

The role of the mattress cover is to protect the mattress from stains and dirt, taking blows on itself. Before doing the main washing of the mattress cover, it is recommended to try to remove stains (if any). We discuss the most common types of pollution.

• Stains from urine. A freshly formed stain is easily removed with cold water using laundry soap. If you can’t wash it immediately, try to make a solution of salt and lemon juice. The ratio in the composition: a tablespoon of salt for one lemon. The stain is well impregnated with the solution, left for 3 hours and washed off.
• Coffee and tea. Effectively removed with vinegar.

• Blood. Fresh blood is washed off almost without difficulty with cold running water, maximum using laundry soap. You will have to tinker with an old spot, applying perhaps several methods (one after another).