Foam, latex and springs differ in how sensitive they are to moisture, and some manufacturers do not allow wet cleaning at all. One side costs from €30 for a single mattress and from €45 for a double. Send a photo of the label, and the specialist will tell you what is possible.
First read the manufacturer's care instructions
An expensive mattress usually comes with the manufacturer's care instructions: on the label, in the purchase documents or on the website. They matter more than any general advice, including ours. If the text forbids moisture, wet cleaning is not suitable for this mattress, even if the stain looks simple.
Tempur: the manufacturer states that TEMPUR material must not be washed, sponged or dry-cleaned, and the mattress must be kept away from moisture. If something is spilt, soak up as much as possible with towels. Many removable covers can be machine-washed if the label allows it, but not all. So a Tempur mattress owner should first check the manufacturer's text. Source: TEMPUR UK, checked 07.11.2026.
What is inside the mattress and what it means
| Filling | What to know |
|---|---|
| Foam, including cold foam | Sensitive to moisture. Too much water may damage the structure or leave moisture in the core. Dry vacuuming suits delicate materials such as cold foam. |
| Memory foam | See that manufacturer's own text. Moisture is not allowed on Tempur material. |
| Latex | Dry vacuuming or a slightly damp cloth. Strong products may make it brittle. Keep away from direct sun and heat. |
| Springs | Moisture in the spring unit may cause rust, so surface care only, with as little liquid as possible. |
| Coconut fibre | Sensitive to moisture and dust. Do not put the mattress directly on the floor, where moisture cannot escape. |
If you do not know the composition, take a photo of the label or enter the model name in the form.
The year of purchase is also useful in the form, as is whether the mattress has a removable cover. If it does, see the page on mattress cover cleaning: sometimes that is enough.
What to do with a stain until the specialist has seen it
Gently blot the liquid with a clean cloth or towel, without rubbing. Dampen only the stain itself, not the area around it, and never use hot water on blood: it sets the proteins. If the manufacturer forbids moisture, stick to blotting and contact the manufacturer or us. Other stains: stains on a mattress.
Without a stain, dry care is usually enough for such a mattress. IKEA recommends dry vacuuming specifically for delicate materials such as latex and cold foam. Airing the room also helps when the mattress has not been cleaned.
What cleaning does not do for an orthopaedic mattress
Usually comes out
- dust on the surface
- some surface stains, if the material allows it
- some of the smell from the cover fabric
May stay
- a stain, if the manufacturer does not allow moisture
- anything that has soaked into the foam layers
- mould inside the mattress
- a sunken or worn support layer
Cleaning does not restore a mattress's support. If the foam has sunk or the layers have collapsed, a clean mattress will not change how it feels to sleep on. Mould in the core is not a cleaning matter at all, and such a mattress usually has to be replaced: see the page on mould in a mattress. On the limits of cleaning in general, see the page what comes out and what may stay.
How much orthopaedic mattress cleaning costs
There is no separate price for an orthopaedic mattress. Single from €30, double from €45 (one side), second side +50%. Smell treatment is extra, from €15. The price depends on size, fabric, how dirty it is, smell and distance. The minimum order is €45: if the total is lower, you pay €45. Travel is included in Riga and up to about 15 km outside Riga; further out it is from €10. All prices are on the prices page.
Sources
- TEMPUR material must not be washed, sponged or dry-cleaned; soak up a spill with towels; covers according to the label checked 7 November 2026
- Foam, springs, latex; dry vacuuming for delicate materials checked 7 November 2026
- Coconut fibre and moisture on the floor checked 7 November 2026
- Dampen only the stain, blot, do not rub; cold water for blood checked 7 November 2026