If you have a pet (or children), you know that accidents happen.
And if you’ve ever had a memory foam mattress, you know that urine stains can often be particularly difficult to clean up.
But never fear…by following these simple tips on how to get urine out of a memory foam mattress (learned firsthand after MANY potty and puppy training mishaps), you can soon get back to enjoying a restful night’s sleep.
In fact…they work on any type of synthetic or natural mattress, so give me just 2 minutes of your time and you'll never worry about a stained or stinky mattress ever again!
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You have the best chance of a successful cleanup if you catch it early and the urine is still wet and has not soaked into the mattress too much.
These simple steps will remove lingering odors from your mattress and prevent staining.
If you didn’t catch the accident quickly and it has already dried, don’t worry. You can use a stronger cleaning solution in your spray bottle to penetrate the dried stain.
The best way to avoid having to clean urine out of a memory foam mattress (or any mattress, for that matter) is to prevent accidents from happening in the first place.
Make sure your pet or child has easy access to the outdoors or a designated potty area, and consider using absorbent pee pads or seat covers on furniture and beds until they are fully trained.
Regularly washing bedding (once a week is recommended) and using an organic waterproof mattress protector will help keep your mattress in tip-top condition.
Spot-cleaning any accidents and blotting up excess moisture immediately can also go a long way in preventing urine stains and urine smell.
Cat and dog pee can often smell stronger than human pee.
You need to get to the scene of the accident ASAP and blot up any excess pet urine with a paper towel or a cloth.
For extreme pet urine odors, try sprinkling baking soda over the area and letting it sit overnight before vacuuming.
You can also try an enzyme cleaner designed to remove pet odors. This concentrated version helps reduce plastic waste because you can reuse your own spray bottle.
The tips in this article will work perfectly with a futon mattress. Some futon mattresses are even flexible enough to be machine-washed (if your machine is big enough). Always check the care label first.
No, you should never use bleach on a memory foam mattress. It can damage the material and void any warranties.
Stick to natural, mild cleaning solutions such as baking soda or vinegar. If in doubt, contact the manufacturer for specific cleaning recommendations.
Not necessarily. If you clean the urine promptly and thoroughly, it should not cause any long-term damage or deterioration of your memory foam mattress.
However, if left to sit for an extended time, it could result in permanent urine stains and odor that can diminish the quality and comfort of your mattress.
To prevent this, always clean up accidents as soon as possible and consider using a mattress protector to prevent accidents from occurring in the first place.
Hydrogen peroxide can be toxic if ingested, but it’s generally considered safe for topical use in small concentrations.
Choose a 3% solution and spot test before using hydrogen peroxide on fabrics or mattresses to ensure it doesn’t cause discoloration.
Always exercise caution and follow the manufacturer’s usage instructions carefully. If in doubt, stick to milder cleaning solutions such as baking soda or vinegar.
Paper towels are super absorbent and often compostable...but they have the downside of being single. Microfiber cloths are also super absorbent and can be reused…but they have the downside of polluting waterways when wasted.
If a damp cloth is ever needed to remove urine stains, I prefer to use an old organic cotton t-shirt cut into squares.
Fixing bedtime accidents may be a pain, but with these tips, your mattress will be clean and smelling fresh in no time.
Cleaning a memory foam mattress can be just as easy as cleaning a latex mattress, now that you know how to do it properly.
No matter the type of mattress, always remember to blot (not rub) and use non-toxic, eco-friendly cleaning solutions for the best results (and a safer sleep environment!).
Make sure you get to the accident as soon as you can. Fresh urine is easier to clean than old dried urine.
And…consider investing in a mattress protector to prevent future accidents.
Do you have any killer tips for cleaning urine out of mattresses? Do you use a DIY cleaning mix? Or do you have a favorite spray bottle cleaning brand? Drop me a line and let me know.
