What is the reason for the yellowing of latex mattresses?

Author: Synwin–Custom Mattress

Latex mattresses have the characteristics of high elasticity, compression resistance, comfort and ventilation, and can improve sleep, so they are very popular with consumers. However, in the process of using latex mattresses, you will find the phenomenon of yellowing. So what is the reason for the yellowing of latex mattresses? How to clean latex mattress yellowing? 1. What is the reason for the yellowing of latex mattresses? 1. The yellowing of latex mattresses is a phenomenon of natural latex oxidation. Because the components in latex are exposed to air for a long time, they will be oxidized by air and turn yellow.

2. Latex will also turn yellow after contact with sweat. Latex has good hygroscopicity and absorbs human sweat. But because human sweat contains a lot of oil, it reacts with the latex, so the latex will slowly turn yellow.

3. The latex that has been exposed to the sun will also appear yellowing. Latex is delicate, it will oxidize after contact with sunlight and air, and the color will gradually turn yellow, which is a normal phenomenon and will not affect the use effect. And because there are ultraviolet rays in sunlight, ultraviolet rays will accelerate the oxidation of natural latex.

Therefore, in daily use, you need to pay attention to avoid the latex mattress being exposed to the sun, and it can be placed in the backlight to dry. 2. How to clean latex mattress yellowing Latex mattress yellowing is a normal phenomenon and cannot be cleaned by cleaning. 1. The cleaning of the latex mattress does not require too much thought. If it is dirty, wipe it with water, put it in a cool and ventilated place to dry, and wash the coat every day.

2. It should be noted that the latex mattress cannot be directly exposed to the sun, and it will oxidize and harden when exposed to ultraviolet rays. 3. When cleaning latex mattresses, it is not actually recommended to clean with water. 4. The latex mattress cleaning solution cannot be cleaned with ordinary detergents, but with natural neutral detergents.

5. When using a latex mattress, it can be matched with a cleaning pad. Usually, you only need to clean the cleaning pad. If there are stains on the latex mattress, it can be scrubbed or cleaned with soap and water. Do not use strong acid or strong alkali cleaners, so as not to damage the surface material.