If you are using a colored mattress cover, the color may rub off on the mattress, especially if you spill liquid on the cover. That’s why it’s important to wash the covers first so that some of the loose dye particles can be washed out.
Step 1: If your mattress is white, you can always try bleach or hydrogen peroxide. These substances remove any discoloration from white fabrics. You can try mixing half a cup of hydrogen peroxide with a cup of water and pouring it into a spray bottle. Spray it on the affected area and wait about an hour for the dye to fade or reappear so you can easily wipe it off.
Step 2: Another tried and tested method is to use OxiClean. Buy OxiClean at the supermarket and dissolve it in warm water. Get a clean cloth and dip it into the mixture. Wring out some of the excess water and press the cloth onto the stained area of the mattress. Let the solution dry there for a few minutes.
Step 3: You can also use hydrogen peroxide plus salt. This trick works well on red blood stains, so it should work well on blue stains as well. Put a few drops of hydrogen peroxide on the stained area and immediately sprinkle with table salt. Leave it there for a few minutes. You will start to notice that the salt has absorbed the blue dye. You can slowly remove the salt from the mattress. Rub a damp cloth over the affected area to wash it off, then vacuum it up.
Step 4: You can also use vinegar and baking soda. Both cleansing ingredients have natural whitening properties. Mix one part vinegar with one part water and then spray it on the affected area. Let it sit there for 30 minutes. Then fill the spray bottle with water and spray it again on the affected area to remove the vinegar smell. Now sprinkle baking soda. This will help remove any lingering color or odor.
This is how you get rid of blue dye stains on your mattress. You can also use them for any other stains like blood stains or pet stains. A clean mattress can always improve your sleeping experience. So try these cleaning steps right away and see a big difference in the way your mattress looks!
