The Forgotten Spot In Your Bedroom That Might Be Dirtier Than You Think

Keeping your bedroom clean can lead to a more relaxing time in your space and better sleep overall. While you may know all the tricks for cleaning this area of your home, like changing sheets, vacuuming rugs, and dusting your nightstand, there may be one particular area you're neglecting that can make a huge difference in how clean your space really is. Your bed frame, including the under supports, headboard, and footboard are often overlooked when it comes to regular cleaning. These areas can harbor dirt that isn't often visible at first glance, according to cleaning professionals, which is why this part of your bedroom can be a forgotten spot in your normal cleaning routine.

By attending to this space, you can rest easy that your sleeping area is clean and as free of dirt as possible. Not only will it look cleaner, proper maintenance can eliminate dust, bacteria, mold, pests, and other nasties that may be lurking, meaning you'll stay healthier and sleep better with just this little extra care. It's especially important if the bed frame or headboard is upholstered or has a lot of nooks and crannies that can harbor dirt and dust.

in addition to other things you should be cleaning weekly, wipe down your headboard and footboard regularly with a microfiber cloth to remove dust. You can use a cleaner designed for the material of your frame for removing smudges or fingerprints. Wood cleaner is ideal for wooden frames, while soap and water will work well for metal. If you have an upholstered or woven bed frame, you can use a lint roller to remove things like pet hair and excess fluff from bedding. You can also use a bristled brush to help get into tighter areas or for more tenacious stains. Pay particular attention to the top and the areas you touch or where your head or feet touch the frame, which can lead to build up of oils in those spots.

For the rest of the frame, run a microfiber cloth along the side support and slats or bars underneath the mattress, when you rotate it periodically. Keeping the area under the bed free of excess junk can facilitate good airflow to prevent dust build up under the bed. If you use the space under the bed for storage baskets or bins, you can use this as a chance to also clean those containers when you give your bedroom the deep clean it needs.