We all know that children and pets can urine and wet the bed. Accidentally, it often happens. Whoever is done, whether your child or your pet, it’s essential to act quickly and clean it up. Urinary urine can cause an unpleasant smell, promote mold growth, and attract insects if not adequately cleaned. It can also lead to permanent damage to your mattress.
So, how can you get urine out of a mattress? Don’t worry – it’s easier than you think! You can tackle this problem quickly and efficiently with a few essential household items. In this article, we’ll walk you through the best methods for getting urine out of a mattress and keeping it fresh.
What need to do get urine out of a mattress
- Dry towels or clean rags
- Spray bottle
- Cold water
- White vinegar
- Baking soda
- Biological washing powder
- A vacuum cleaner
Note: Do not use bleach or harsh cleaning agents to clean your mattress; they can harm your family members and pets and damage the mattress.
Here are the step-by-step instructions for cleaning urine from your mattress:
1. Blot excess urine
Blot up excess urine promptly with dry towels or clean rags. Avoid rubbing, as this can push the urine further into the mattress. Press down gently to absorb the moisture.
2. Baking soda
After blotting up excess urine, sprinkle baking soda over the affected area and let it sit for 10–15 minutes. Baking soda will absorb the remaining moisture and reduce the rancid smell from the mattress.
3. Make a cleaning solution
Make a cleaning solution of biological washing powder (or liquid detergent) and cold water. You can also add a small amount of white vinegar to the solution to remove the odor. Ensure the solution is gentle; otherwise, it can damage the mattress fabric.
Note: Avoid using hot water, as it can make removing the stain harder. Cold water helps prevent this.
4. Spray cleaning solution to remove the stain
Lightly spray the cleaning solution onto the affected area and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes. Don’t soak the mattress while spraying, as excess moisture can lead to mold growth and damage.
Note: If you use a commercial stain remover, follow the instructions (mostly found on the product packaging) carefully before applying it.
5. Blot the area again
After spraying, blot the mattress with a dry towel or clean rags to lift away the dirt, detergent, and urine. Repeat this process until the stains are gone.
6. Sprinkle baking soda over the affected area
Once the mattress is clean, sprinkle baking soda over the damp area again. Let it sit for at least 18 hours to absorb moisture and odor from the mattress fully. The longer it sits, the more effective it will be at urine cleaning.
7. Vacuum
After allowing the baking soda to sit, vacuum the baking soda powder thoroughly. This will make your mattress fresh and clean.
8. Dry and air out the mattress
Make the mattress completely dry before putting it back on the bed. Propose it in a well-ventilated area or place it under the sun. This will help prevent mold or mildew from developing.
Can i same method apply to clean a child’s & Pet’s urine from a bed mattress?
Yes, You can use the same method to clean pet urine out from a mattress. But, pet urine is more toxic and has a more pungent odor than human urine. We recommend using enzyme cleaners and pet Repellents to clean pet urine and remove odor.
So, here is the appropriate method to clean pet urine from a mattress at home:
- Blot the excess urine with dry towels
- Spray vinegar-water solution (homemade or commercial)
- Apply enzyme cleaner and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes
- Blot the affected area again
- Sprinkle baking soda and leave for a day
- Vacuum and air out
- Spray pet repellent to cancel urine footprint
Why use an enzyme cleaner to get out pet urine from a mattress?
Pets urine (dog or cat) has a higher concentration of urea, ammonia, fatty acids, and other complex components than human urine. That’s why urine has more stubborn stains on the mattress. Also has a stronger odor.
An enzyme cleaner is a biological compounds that help break down the complex organic components of urine, effectively neutralizing both the stain and the odor. The cleaners are highly effective in removing stains and odor also and safe for your mattress.
Why use pet repellent on the stained area after pet urine is out?
We know pets tend to urinate in the same place repeatedly. Usually smell the urine’s chemical footprint. That’s why we recommended using pet repellent over the urinated area of the mattress after finishing the cleaning process. Pet-repellent ingredients, such as vinegar and essential oils, keep pets away from the place and reduce the risk of urinating in the same place again.
FAQs
Is it safe to sleep on a pee mattress?
No, it’s not safe to sleep on a pee mattress. Pee (urine) can contain bacteria and fungi, leading to infections, skin allergies, and respiratory health problems.
What happens if pee dry on the mattress?
Pee dries on the bed, can grow bacteria and mold, which can cause health issues. It can also attract bed bugs and insects.
How can I remove dried urine stains?
To remove dried urine stains, use an enzymatic cleaner. It breaks down the dried urine and effectively removes dried stains.
How long does it take to get pee out of a mattress?
Pee with the odor generally takes 18 hours to get out fully of a mattress. However, it depends on the pee size and the cleaning system. That’s why we recommended to using baking soda and letting on pee point it instantly out urine and removes the odor. Need to entire day to dry the mattress.