How to Remove Mold from Memory Foam Mattresses- Dawsonville, GA 

Human fluids, hair, filth, bacteria, and shedding skin are just a few of the pollutants that may be found in mattresses. They act as a buffer between us and the less-than-ideal items they collect. The worst thing that may happen to your memory foam mattress is mold growth. You might not think of mattresses as a possible mold breeding habitat, but it is possible.

This article will show you how to prevent mold from forming on mattresses and what to do if it does.

Can Mold Develop on Memory Foam Mattresses?

Mold thrives in high-humidity environments. Moisture from numerous sources can be absorbed by cotton covers or foam comfort layers since the surface of memory foam mattresses is permeable. Normally, this isn't a problem, but mold can grow if a mattress is moist for an extended period of time. A moist mattress can be caused by a variety of things.

• Human sweat: When our body temperature rises during sleep, we sweat to cool ourselves down. Sweat can get into the mattress over time.
• Spills: Memory foam mattresses are especially vulnerable to spills. The sponge in the mattress will quickly absorb moisture and it will be very difficult to get it out.
• Living in regions with high humidity: As some regions are more humid, living in such regions naturally causes mattresses to be more humid.
• Not allowing air to flow: When a mattress is placed in an area of the house where air does not circulate as well or on the ground, mold is more likely to grow.

During the assembly process, mold can form on the glue and adhesives used to keep the mattress together. Mold may spread quickly on some surfaces. Choose a mattress that is devoid of glues and adhesives to avoid mold.

Mold may be quite dangerous to your health if it grows on your mattress. You probably don't want to come into touch with mold on a regular basis.

Inhaling mold over an extended period of time might cause a range of health issues. Allergies, sneezing, and coughing, as well as more severe illnesses such as upper respiratory infections and asthma, are examples. If your mattress has visible mold, you should stop sleeping on it right away.

Cleaning a Moldy Mattress

Try the solutions below if the mold damage isn't too extensive. This does not, however, rule out the potential of the mold resurfacing. If you find mold on your mattress or if it is developing from within it, the only treatment is to replace it.

1. Place the mattress in sunlight. Sunlight kills the bacteria and the mold on the mattress. It will furthermore sanitize the mattress.
2. Vacuum the mattress, even if you don’t see mold in the distinct spot, vacuum it. Make sure you clean the vacuum filter and dispose of the garbage so the mold spores don’t spread in the home.
3. Mix baking soda with warm water for a cleaning solution. Use this solution directly into areas impacted by mold and dry the mattress in the sun.
4. Use lemon juice. The acidity of lemons can effectively kill the mold. Squeeze some lemon juice and add a small bit of water to dilute the acidity and put it in a spray bottle. Apply to spots with mold and brush off the moldy areas.
5. Mix equal parts of rubbing alcohol and water to remove the mold. You can either use something to rub off the mold or apply the solution and place it under the sun for a long period of time.
6. Mix one part of hydrogen peroxide and three parts warm water to remove the mold. Rub off the mold and place the mattress in a spot that is easy to dry, best under the sun.

Prevent Mold Growth in My Mattress

Any mattress may become a breeding ground for mold. Mold-resistant textiles, on the other hand, can aid in the prevention of mold growth on your mattress. Among them are natural latex, wool, and rubberized coconut fiber. Mattresses with coils and springs also help to minimize mold growth by allowing for more ventilation. Because charcoal is moisture resistant, there are several mattresses on the market with a charcoal layer to help prevent mold formation.

If you suspect mold in your house, call Restoration 1 of North Georgia for mold removal services right away. Mold removal experts will not be able to remove mold from your mattress, but they will be able to remove mold from your home, which will help protect your mattress and other materials from mold growth.