Help to Remove Yellow Rings From a Mattress

How to Clean a Novaform Memory Foam Mattress
Written By
Kaye Wagner
Kaye Wagner
Published: Jan 15, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Be careful not to soak your mattress, as this can encourage mold or mildew growth.

Things You Will Need

  • Liquid dish soap
  • Vinegar
  • Cloths
  • Toothbrush
  • Baking soda
  • Vacuum
  1. Mix 1 cup hot water with ¼ tsp. dish detergent. Do not use soap as this will leave a residue on the mattress.

  2. Dip a sponge onto the solution and wring it out as much as possible.

  3. Rub the sponge over the yellow stain until you’ve removed as much of it as possible.

  4. Dip a toothbrush into the solution and scrub the yellow stain with it until you remove all of the stain that you can.

  5. Mix 1 cup white vinegar with 1 cup water.

  6. Dip a cloth into the mixture and wring it out.

  7. Rub the cloth over the area. This will help rinse away the soapy solution and it will help remove any odors associated with the stain.

  8. Let the mattress air dry completely.

  9. Sprinkle baking soda over the stain if it smells. Let the baking soda sit for several hours before vacuuming it up.

The Drip Cap

  • Several things can cause yellow rings on a mattress.
  • Mix 1 cup hot water with ¼ tsp.
  • Dip a toothbrush into the solution and scrub the yellow stain with it until you remove all of the stain that you can.
  • Rub the cloth over the area.

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Kaye Wagner

Kaye Wagner has been working in the fields of journalism and public relations since 2006 and is a recipient of a National Hearst Award. She is particularly interested in home-and-garden projects, as well as beauty and fashion writing. An…

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