This may speed up your drying time. Alicia Bodine has been a professional writer for 13 years. Bodine is passionate about gardening, travel, education and finance. She has received awards for being a top content producer. By Alicia Bodine. The Drip Cap Egg crate mattress pads are placed on top of your existing mattress to add a comfort and softness to your bed.
If you've occasionally given in to the temptation of a late-night snack in bed, crumbs become an unavoidable nuisance. However, fragments of a cookie, fabric pills, dirt or any other debris buildup on an egg crate can be banished in a few simple steps.
Begin by removing any bedding from the egg crate and giving it a good shake to loosen any unwanted dirt. Then, with one of the small attachments fitted to your vacuum cleaner, carefully vacuum the egg crate to pick up any of the leftover particles. Vacuum both sides before placing the egg crate back on the bed. Based on the size of the egg crate, its thickness and the durability of the material, you may be able to wash it in your washing machine. With a standard machine, however, you run the risk of the foam tearing due to the agitation.
You may have better luck using a commercial-size or oversize load machine as an alternative. Set the washing machine to the gentlest cycle and use a small amount of mild detergent. For an at-home solution free of toxins, prepare a fabric cleaner from a mixture of water, white distilled vinegar and lemon juice. Spray the cleaner on the soiled areas and allow it to soak in for approximately 20 minutes. Afterward, completely rinse off both sides in the shower. Remove excess water by wringing out the egg crate or folding it over and pressing out the water.
Regardless of the method you use to wash the egg crate, you must allow it to properly dry before placing it back on the bed. Excess moisture could cause odors or, in some instances, mold or mildew to form. A tumble dryer may cause the foam to melt when exposed to direct heat. If you decide to use a dryer, use a low, gentle setting -- even an "air only" setting -- and check on the egg crate often.
A successful substitute for machine drying is simply laying the egg crate on a flat, dry surface and allowing it to air dry. Take measures to keep your egg crate clean and preserve its quality. Given the fact that foam can often be a magnet for dust and dirt, consider a protective cover of cotton or vinyl that can be fitted over the egg crate or even both your mattress and the pad.
Some covers even provide the perk of being hypoallergenic, if that fits your needs. First vacuum clean the mattress — both sides. This will remove most of the surface dust: skin cells, dust mites and other loose debris. Foam mattress toppers are best cleaned using a vacuum attachment with soft bristles. Vacuum the entire surface of the topper — both sides. Using Detergent Solution: Use a fairly mild detergent: one designed for washing baby clothes or hand-wash liquid.
Remove water by blotting with a clean towel. Continue until most moisture is removed. Allow pad to air dry by laying it on a flat surface, turning occasionally so it can dry evenly. If the entire pad needs to be cleaned, lightly spray with a solution of one part mild, low-sudsing detergent to two parts water, or use equal parts water, lemon juice and white vinegar.
If extra cleaning power is needed, you can add an enzyme cleaner. Allow the solution to sit on the pad for minutes. Rinse lightly in the tub or shower using a hand-held shower head. Squeeze — never wring out!
Lay the pad flat for several days, turning a couple of times a day, so it can dry evenly. If you don't have the space or time needed to dry a foam pad, consider spot cleaning or replacing the pad altogether. The first step to cleaning an egg crate is to vacuum it on both sides to remove dirt and debris. If the manufacturer's care label indicates that the egg crate is machine washable, wash it only in a commercial or oversize washer because agitator-type machines may tear the foam, Reichert suggests.
Use a gentle cycle and a small amount of mild detergent. If machine washing is not an option, consider spot-cleaning the egg crate. Spray the stained areas with a solution made from equal parts water, distilled white vinegar and lemon juice. Allow it to sit for minutes. Rinse the stained areas completely in the shower.
Lay the egg crate on a dry, flat surface to dry. To prevent mold, mildew and odors, do not place egg crate on the bed until it is completely dry. As with all mattress pads, follow instructions on the manufacturer's care label for cleaning. For machine-washable down mattress pads, it is preferable to use a front-loading washer because they are made to handle large loads and do not use an agitator to clean.
Before washing, remember to check both sides of the pad to make sure there are no open seams or tears in the fabric. The last thing you need is a washer filled with feathers, Reichert points out.
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