How to Get Blood Out of a Mattress？

Ⅰ. Introduction

People who have mattresses at home have probably encountered this kind of small embarrassment: waking up in the morning and finding a red mark on the bed sheet. It could be a nosebleed in the middle of the night, a small wound on the hand, or a few inconvenient days... No matter what the reason is, this situation is quite frustrating. Especially the mattress, unlike clothes that can be directly thrown into the washing machine, it has a large volume and cannot be easily moved. Once it gets dirty, cleaning the bloodstains on the mattress becomes a troublesome and patient task.

We have also made mistakes before - for example, our first reaction was to wipe with hot water, but the blood stains immediately "locked" in the fabric, and the more we wipe, the worse.We are writing this article to share with you a set of systematic and highly operable methods that can help you clean blood stains on mattresses at home. Whether it is fresh or dry blood stains, there are corresponding solutions. At the same time, we will also tell you some preventive tips to keep the mattress away from these stubborn stains in the future. 

Ⅱ. Preparation Before Processing (Pre Clean)

Before starting, don't worry, do the preparation work well, it will make the whole process more efficient.

1. The earlier, the better

It is best to clean blood stains when they first appear. The experience we have summarized is to deal with it immediately and not give it a chance to solidify. After doing it, the difficulty of cleaning doubles.

2. First, remove the things from the bed

Take off all the bed sheets, duvet covers, and pillowcases and soak them separately in cold water. Remember, cold water is a good helper. Hot water can cause protein denaturation and blood stains to stick firmly.

3. Wear gloves 

Although the blood of family members usually poses no health risks, for safety reasons, we recommend wearing disposable latex or nitrile gloves. This can avoid direct contact with blood and protect our hands. 

4. Tools should be in place

We usually prepare: a clean white towel or cotton cloth (dark colors may fade), 3% hydrogen peroxide, baking soda (baking powder), a small spray can, and a vacuum cleaner. If it is a dry blood stain, a bottle of enzyme stain remover will also be kept as a backup.

5. Don't rush to wipe

The first step in seeing stains is to 'suck', not 'wipe'. Rubbing will allow blood stains to spread and seep in, suction is the life-saving operation.

Ⅲ. Methods for Removing Fresh Blood Stains

Fresh blood stains are relatively easy to handle, as long as we act quickly and use the right methods, most situations can be resolved in one go.

Step 1: Absorb excess liquid
Gently press with a dry towel or tissue to remove any blood from the surface, using gentle movements without rubbing too hard.

Step 2: Cold water treatment

Gently pat the blood stained area with a cloth soaked in cold water, allowing the cold water to penetrate the fibers and dilute the blood. Every time the cloth is dyed red, it needs to be replaced with a clean side to continue patting. 

Step 3: Apply hydrogen peroxide dots

Our favorite thing to use is this - drop a few drops of hydrogen peroxide on the blood stain, and you will see small bubbles popping up, indicating that it is decomposing the blood. Wait for five or six minutes and use a damp cloth to absorb it. 

Step 4: Add a little baking soda
Sometimes, we sprinkle some baking soda after hydrogen peroxide treatment, let it sit for half an hour, and then vacuum dry it. This not only removes stains, but also eliminates odors.

Step 5: Natural air drying
After cleaning, we should let the mattress air dry in a well ventilated area. Do not immediately lay bed sheets. Keeping it dry can prevent mold.

Ⅳ. Solution for Removing Dry Blood Stains

Dried blood stains are more stubborn, so we usually have more patience and deal with them in several rounds.

Method 1: Combination Fist of Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda

First, drop hydrogen peroxide on the stain and let it seep in.

Sprinkle a layer of baking soda and let it work with hydrogen peroxide.

Wait for about an hour and use a vacuum cleaner to dry it.

Repeat 2-3 times, and the stains will be almost imperceptible.

Method 2: Enzyme based cleaning agents
This type of cleaner can break down proteins in the blood and is very useful for old stains. Spray it on, wait for about 20 minutes, and then use a damp cloth to absorb it.

Method 3: Loop processing method
For blood stains with a long history, we will clean them once, dry them, and then clean them again. It may take three or four rounds, but the effect is better than a fierce attack.

Ⅴ. Quick Tip Summary

Cold water is always the first choice.

Gently tap and press, do not rub.

Small area processing is more controllable, don't get soaked all at once.

We'd better use hydrogen peroxide in inconspicuous areas to avoid fading and color inconsistency with other parts of the mattress.

After cleaning, we need to ensure that the mattress is dry.

Ⅵ. Preventive Advice

To be honest, no matter how skilled you are at cleaning blood stains on the mattress, it's better to prevent them in advance to save time. We usually do this:

Waterproof protective film
A thin waterproof film can help us block almost all liquids, especially when we have children at home or during menstruation, which is really worry free.

Add a layer of absorbent pad during special periods
For example, if you are sick or recovering after surgery, even if there is an accident, at most you can wash the mattress and the mattress will be safe and sound.

Check the bed sheets while changing them
Discovering stains earlier makes cleaning much easier.

Maintain ventilation
If the mattress is dry, it'll now not easily mold and there'll no longer be an excessive amount of odor.

Ⅶ. Conclusion

The bloodstains at the bed might also seem difficult to handle, but as long as we master the use of objects including bloodless water, hydrogen peroxide, and baking soda, we can quick clean them up at home. We want to use a gentle method and strive numerous instances in order that the bloodstains can be fast cleaned up.I hope our experience can help you keep your mattress clean and sleep soundly.