How To Remove Black Mould From The Mattress? – Mark’s Mattress Cleaning

A mould free and odourless mattress is very important as mattress plays an important part in our life. We spent 40% of our day sleeping on our favourite mattress, and it stays very close to our body and skin. If the mattress is infested with mould the chances of mould induced bacteria infection increases in humans. All kind of dirt, dust or mould which contaminates the mattress has an equal risk of causing health problems,  Thus, it’s rather necessary to remove mould in order to maintain cleanliness in the mattress.

On the other hand, mould becomes ugly and black over time and can be a serious problem for people suffering from respiratory diseases, such as asthma, bronchitis or any other type of allergy. Mould is also a culprit of irritation in eyes and skin, when highly infested.

Moulds thrive in a humid area, mould has a good relationship with the mattress, they like there and rapidly increase their infestation with time. They start to appear on the outer surface of the mattress and become visible within weeks of infestation, the can appear on both sides of the mattress and go deep into. Either way, you shouldn’t allow them to live on your bed.

Remove Mold Stains From a Mattress
Remove Mold Stains From a Mattress

Here Are Some Tips For Black Mould Removal.

Here is the list of tips and tricks for black mould removal, follow it for mattress cleaning.

Vacuum Clean The Mattress.

Vacuuming is a very important part of cleaning any furniture item. It stays always a primary step for mattress cleaning because it sucks all the dirt, dust and debris which sits deeply on the mattress. When you vacuum the mattress thoroughly all the dust and grime go away and prepare the mattress for next round of cleaning treatment. Thus, vacuum the mattress thoroughly, add an upholstery attachment and reach to every crevice, so that the mattress become free from dirt and dust.

Mattress Cleaning Using Alcohol.


Alcohol is a very effective ingredient for black mould removal, you just need to add equal parts of rubbing alcohol and warm water in a bucket. And then dampen the cloth using the solution, now rub it on the surface affected with mould on the mattress.

Mattress Cleaning Using Alcohol
Mattress Cleaning Using Alcohol

Expose The Mattress In The Sunlight.

Using sunlight for black mould removal is a natural way to deal with the mould. Put the mattress in bright sunlight, the rays coming from sunlight would kill all the bacterias along with mould. Sunlight has many other benefits as well, it’ll sanitize the mattress and remove odours.

Using Dish Soap Solution

Make a dish soap solution mixing water with dish soap. If the water will be warm then it will be much better. Apply the solution over mould with a cloth and leave the mattress in sunlight to get dry. Vacuum clean the mattress and you will find that your mattress is free of black mould.

Hire Professionals

Mark’s Mattress Cleaning is a renowned professional mattress cleaner, we focus on delivering quality service at an affordable price. Our expert’s worker is highly skilled in mattress cleaning, some of our services include, black mould removal, mattress deodorizing, mattress sanitization and so on. Visit our websites for bookings, and to know more about our services.

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Reviewed by: James Davis (PHD DESc)

James Davis is a highly experienced professional with over 16+ years of experience in the mattress cleaning industry. With a PhD in DESc, James has a deep understanding of the science and technology behind effective mattress cleaning and uses his expertise to provide exceptional service to his clients. As the founder and owner of his Melbourne-based mattress cleaning service, James is committed to delivering personalized service and exceeding customer expectations. His team of skilled technicians uses the latest techniques and equipment to clean and sanitize mattresses of all types, removing dirt, dust, and allergens for a healthier and more comfortable sleeping environment.

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