It is in sleep that the body is able to rejuvenate itself, however, in case your mattress is hosting dust mites, sweat marks, or moulds, this will make you wake up feeling worse than when you went to sleep. Malaysia has a hot and damp climate meaning that mattresses may easily become a nest of allergens and bacteria. It is more than a hygiene decision to have a proper deep clean on a 3-6 month schedule; it is actually a health investment that can help your air to be clean, help you avoid sickness, and have your mattress last longer.
Mattress Design and Hygiene.
Mattresses do not get old the same way. Their internal construction which could be foam, springs or latex alters the behaviour of moisture and the debris in the long run.
The foam mattresses such as memory foam consist of compact material that contours the body. Although this provides a fantastic pressure relief, the level of density confines heat and is more detrimental to drying as moisture drips in. When water seeps through the surface or spills, it might require days to dry, and as such a condition, mould growth and bacteria multiply.
The spring mattresses permit more air to move between the coils, thus enabling the mattresses to remain cooler. But the padding and quilting over the springs is like sponges and it collects skin flakes and dust. Month after month this causes hidden spots of allergens that lie below the surface and which cannot be removed by a quick vacuuming.
Latex mattresses tend to be more resistant to dust mites because of their naturally antimicrobial construction and open-cell construction that provides increased ventilation in the mattress. Nonetheless, when the room is not well ventilated, even latex may have musty odours or mould on its surface.
It will be beneficial to know the way your mattress is constructed, so you can select the correct cleaning method – and not unwillingly destroy it.
Deep Cleaning Mattresses Every 3-6 months.
Taking a mattress apart and vacuuming it is much more than washing up the sheets and vacuuming the bed. It starts with washing of all the bedding in hot water to get rid of mites and bacteria. After stripping the mattress, it must be vacuumed all around the seams, edges and the top of the mattress to extract debris in the upper layers.
Sweat or spill stains are to be handled by using mild solutions and then blotted dry to avoid bacteria proliferation. To control natural odours, a small amount of baking soda may be sprinkled over the area and left to dry out this moisture then vacuumed off. Drying the mattress in the sun (where possible) in the Malaysian climate is not only highly effective but also natural UV rays inhibit microbial activity.
This daily routine helps to make sure allergens and moisture do not get a chance to build up to a level that can affect your breathing and skin condition.
The Reason to Consider Home Deep Cleaning Services.
Professional home deep cleaning services can provide an additional safeguard to the homes with asthma patients, young children, or pets. Such amenities employ machinery like high-temperature steaming apparatus and extraction devices that get down to deeper points in the mattress than home vacuums can. This is especially useful with the thick memory foam mattresses, which can trap the moisture inside when washed incorrectly.
There are also problems that a professional team could identify that may go unnoticed by homeowners, which include the premature mould growth along the seams or any underlying odor in the base layers. Frequent professional cleaning is not only effective in eradicating allergens but also in preserving the structural integrity of the mattress, which could be beneficial in the long run in terms of avoiding the necessity to replace it.
Daily Routines to Make Mattresses Cleaner.
Even minor adjustments to daily routine will do wonders between deep cleans. A washable mattress protector does not allow sweat and dust to accumulate deep. Changing the position of the mattress every few months or switching to the other mattress will distribute wear and decrease the concentration of moisture in a single place. It is particularly essential to ensure that the humidity of the bedroom is maintained at a low level (under 60% with sufficient ventilation or a dehumidifier) during the monsoon season in Malaysia.
Final Thoughts
One of the most used and at the same time one of the least maintained furniture in your house is your mattress. The way it is built is important in the speed at which allergens, bacteria and moisture are collected. By following a regular deep-cleaning routine and having home deep cleaning services done once or twice a month, you ensure you don’t compromise your health, get better sleep, and make your investment last longer. A cleaner bed is the first step towards having a better sleep.
