How to protect your mattress during monsoon
February 22, 2021 Springtek Team
Indian monsoons are without doubt one of the best and most-awaited seasons of the year. While most of us love the season for everything great that it brings, we also know how the monsoon brings with it some inconveniences. Things and places are wet and damp. Diseases spread faster, and in come the bugs.
You just must be extra cautious about safety, health and hygiene during the monsoon.
Who else bears the brunt of this humid season? Our fantastic mattresses. The extra moisture lingering in the air, and settling on our mattresses make them susceptible to the growth of bacterial colonies, moulds and welcomes the notorious bed bugs.
But trust us, your mattresses do not have to suffer. We at Springtek, have figured out the perfect combination of measures you can take to protect your favourite mattresses so that they can be happy along with you and help you enjoy the monsoons! Here is taking you through them.
Use our 100% Waterproof Mattress Protector
Available in all sizes and made to fit to perfection on your mattresses, these mattress protectors are an extremely smart investment. Anything that can be removed and washed to cover your mattresses is a great option during monsoons, but this one has many added advantages. For one, they are waterproof and ensure that moisture does not accumulate on your mattresses. This cuts out any room for bacterial growth. Second, they keep your mattresses cool and free of dust.
What’s more? We have a 35 wash cycle guarantee. Our waterproof mattress protectors work as a great way to preserve the hygiene of your mattress, all year round as especially during monsoons.
However, if you do not have one yet and you want to look at other methods of keeping your mattress clean and hygienic, we still have tips for you. Read on.
Ventilation
Make sure your room is well-ventilated and always has a good amount of air circulation. Bacteria and bed bugs love neglected, moist areas without much air circulation. Do not let your mattress fall prey to this.
Sodium Bicarbonate/Baking Soda
Who knew baking soda would be useful outside of the kitchen, right? This is a non-toxic and eco-friendly measure which you should consider in keeping your mattresses clean. Baking soda works by removing moisture and the odour that is associated with dampness. Just sprinkle some on your mattress before you vacuum to clean it and- voila, you have yourself a clean and dry mattress.
Dust, Flip, Dry, Repeat!
This method is great throughout the year. Make it a practice to flip your mattress occasionally, and dust it out thoroughly. Leave the mattress out in a dry place to get rid of any moisture that may be accumulated in it. This will ensure that microbes and bed bugs don’t live rent-free on your mattresses.
Mattresses are a long-term investment and so much of your daily health depends on how clean and comfortable your mattresses are. You must take care of them year-round, but also give them a bit of extra love and affection during the monsoon!