A lot of people tend to feel nervous about storing their precious, comfortable, cozy, and expensive mattress in their storage unit. After all, mattresses are the places that most people spend about one-third of their day. Often, however, there is no other choice – the mattress has to be stored along with all of the other belongings. Fortunately, there is nothing to fear when storing your precious mattress. All you have to do is store it correctly - and we have some tips that will help preserve your mattress while it is stored in a Glendale storage unit. Wrap It Up Not only do you want to protect your mattress from getting dirty while transporting it to and from storage and while it is stored, but you also want to protect it from any potential moisture. You can purchase plastic storage bags for mattresses at a variety of hardware stores, and you can also find them online. Clean & Dry As important as plastic is to keep your bed clean and protected against any water or humidity damage, it is also important that the bed is clean and dry before you ever store it. The last thing you want to do is seal in dirt or moisture. Storing a mattress that is dirty and wet invites fungus and mold. The best way to clean your mattress before storing it is to vacuum it thoroughly, and then apply a cleaner that is made for upholstery. Make sure to remain light-handed when you apply the upholstery cleaner, since it can seep deep into the mattress and be difficult to remove. If you are self-cleaning your bed, make sure to avoid dousing it in buckets of water. The only thing that should get wet is the surface. This allows the bed to dry easily, as additional water may not evaporate as it seeps into your bed, increasing the risk for mold or other bacterias to grow. To get the bed completely dry, set up fans to blow and, if it is possible, set your mattress out in the sun. This will not only dry it efficiently and effectively, but it can also get rid of any potential spores that may have accumulated over time and even kill any existing bacteria. Another way to clean your mattress is with a steam cleaner. This will not only kill any allergens that have built up in your mattress, but it will also expedite the drying process. Storing the Mattress Rent a storage unit that allows the space to store your mattress flat on top of a tarp. This will prevent your mattress from being bent out of shape and keep it as comfortable and cozy as it was before your stored it. While it may be more space-friendly to stand your mattress up in your storage unit, this will definitely shift the inner coils and make the fabric on the mattress sag, especially over time. Refrain from storing boxes and other items on top of the mattress. You can put your boxes and other items into the storage unit first and then lay your mattress on top of them to best utilize the space in your storage unit. Getting the Most Out of Your Glendale Storage Come visit us at US Storage Centers Glendale on 43rd if you need a place to store your mattress. We have units that will accommodate all of your needs. We will offer you the best sizes for your storage needs at affordable prices. You guarantee that you will be pleased with our service and amenities. US Storage Centers 9304 North 43rd Avenue Glendale, AZ 85302 (623) 377-9404
