TL;DR — After Mattress Cleaning Cost At A Glance
- Most people pay £20–£80 to have a mattress professionally cleaned, depending on the size.
- As a guide: single £20–£40, double £35–£50, king £45–£60 and super-king £55–£80 outside London.
- London and the South East add roughly 20–30%, and a minimum charge often applies to a single small mattress.
- The main cost drivers are mattress size, condition, staining, and any add-on treatments such as stain removal or anti-allergen spray.
- Hot water extraction (steam cleaning) is the standard method, lifting dust mites, sweat, dead skin and allergens from deep in the fibres.
- Cleaning several mattresses in one visit — or bundling with sofa or carpet cleaning — brings the per-item price down.
- Get a fixed price for mattress cleaning — check prices and book online and freshen up where you spend a third of your life.
How Much Does After Mattress Cleaning Cost In 2026?
Professional mattress cleaning in the UK costs £20–£80 per mattress, priced mainly by size. A single costs around £20–£40, a double £35–£50, a king £45–£60 and a super-king £55–£80. London and the South East run roughly 20–30% higher. Because travel and set-up take the same time regardless of size, a single mattress on its own often meets a small minimum charge rather than the headline single rate — which is why booking more than one item at a time works out cheaper per mattress.
The standard method is hot water extraction, often called steam cleaning. It injects a heated cleaning solution into the mattress and extracts it along with dirt, sweat, dead skin, dust mites and their waste — the main triggers for asthma, eczema and allergies. A mattress that has never been professionally cleaned holds a surprising amount of all of this, which is why a first clean often makes the biggest difference to how a bedroom feels and smells.
Where the price rises is with condition and stains. Sweat marks, spills, urine (common with children and pets) and old set-in stains need pre-treatment and extra passes. Anti-allergen and dust-mite treatments, deodorising, and cleaning both sides of the mattress are usually charged as add-ons on top of the base clean.
Here's what you can expect to pay:
| Mattress size | Rest of UK | London & South East |
|---|---|---|
| Single | £20–£40 | £30–£50 |
| Double | £35–£50 | £45–£65 |
| King | £45–£60 | £55–£80 |
| Super-king | £55–£80 | £70–£100 |
Figures include VAT where applicable and reflect 2026 market rates. Your exact price depends on the size, condition and treatments, and your postcode — get a fixed quote here.
Mattress Cleaning Cost By Service And Add-On
Beyond the base clean, most of the price difference comes from treatments and extras. Here's a typical breakdown (based on a double mattress):
| Service | Typical price | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Standard clean (double) | £35–£50 | Steam extraction of the top surface |
| Both sides cleaned | +£10–£20 | Flips and cleans the underside too |
| Stain treatment (add-on) | £10–£30 | Targets sweat, spills and set-in marks |
| Anti-allergen / dust-mite treatment | £15–£35 | Reduces allergens for sensitive sleepers |
| Deodorising | £10–£25 | Neutralises odours rather than masking them |
| Extra mattresses (each after first) | 20–30% less | Shares the call-out and set-up |
Heavy urine or blood staining, or a mattress that hasn't been cleaned in years, may need more intensive treatment and sit at the top of the range.
What Affects The Cost Of After Mattress Cleaning?
Several factors decide where you land in the ranges above.
1. Mattress Size
Price rises with size, from single up to super-king, because a larger mattress takes more cleaning solution, more passes and more drying time.
2. Condition And Staining
A lightly soiled mattress cleans quickly. Sweat marks, spills, pet or child accidents and old set-in stains need pre-treatment and extra work, which adds to the cost.
3. Treatments And Add-Ons
Anti-allergen sprays, dust-mite treatments, deodorising and stain protection are optional extras. Each is worth considering for allergy sufferers but adds to the base price.
4. Number Of Mattresses
Cleaning several mattresses in one visit lowers the per-item price, because travel and set-up are shared. A single mattress alone often meets a minimum charge.
5. One Or Both Sides
A standard clean covers the sleeping surface. Cleaning both sides — worth doing on a mattress that's flipped regularly — is an add-on.
6. Your Location
London and the South East run roughly 20–30% higher than the rest of the UK, reflecting higher labour and travel costs.
What's Included — And What's Not
Typically included in a mattress clean:
- Inspection of the mattress and identification of stains
- Thorough vacuuming to remove surface dust and mites
- Pre-treatment of general soiling
- Hot water extraction (steam cleaning) of the sleeping surface
- Basic spot treatment of common marks
Usually charged separately:
- Heavy stain removal (urine, blood, deep sweat marks)
- Anti-allergen and dust-mite treatments
- Deodorising and odour neutralising
- Cleaning the underside as well as the top
- Stain-protection (fabric guard) application
Confirm whether stain treatment and anti-allergen spray are included, as these are the most common add-ons for allergy-conscious households.
Can You Do It Yourself?
Basic maintenance is worth doing yourself: vacuum the mattress with an upholstery attachment, sprinkle bicarbonate of soda to absorb odours, leave it an hour and vacuum again. This keeps a mattress fresher between deeper cleans and costs nothing beyond a little time.
The limits are depth and drying. Home methods sit on the surface — they don't extract the dust mites, sweat and allergens held deep in the fibres, and using too much water or a domestic carpet washer risks soaking the mattress, which then takes days to dry and can grow mould or smell musty. Professional extraction reaches deeper and leaves the mattress far drier, and stubborn stains such as urine or blood usually need enzyme treatments most people don't have to hand. For allergy sufferers, set-in stains or a mattress that's never been cleaned, a professional gets a result home methods can't.
How To Save Money On Mattress Cleaning
- Clean all the mattresses in the house in one visit to lower the per-item price.
- Bundle with sofa, upholstery or carpet cleaning so the whole booking clears the minimum charge easily.
- Vacuum and strip the bed beforehand so the cleaner's time goes on deep cleaning, not prep.
- Treat spills straight away so they don't set into stains that need costly removal.
- Use a washable mattress protector afterwards to keep the mattress cleaner for longer.
- Get a couple of quotes and compare what's included, especially stain and anti-allergen treatments.
How To Hire A Good Mattress Cleaner
Choose a cleaner who inspects the mattress and explains the method before quoting, and who uses professional hot water extraction rather than a domestic machine that leaves it soaking. Confirm they're insured, ask about drying time and whether stain and anti-allergen treatments are included, and check recent reviews. Get the price in writing, including any minimum charge.
With Fantastic Services, you get vetted, insured cleaners using professional extraction, anti-allergen options for sensitive sleepers, transparent pricing and online booking for mattresses, sofas and carpets in one visit.
Book your mattress cleaning service today!
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does Mattress Cleaning Cost?
Prices run by size: single £20–£40, double £35–£50, king £45–£60 and super-king £55–£80 outside London, with London adding roughly 20–30%. A single mattress on its own may meet a small minimum charge.
How Is A Mattress Cleaned Professionally?
The cleaner vacuums the mattress, pre-treats stains, then uses hot water extraction (steam cleaning) to inject and extract a cleaning solution along with dust mites, sweat and allergens. The mattress is left damp rather than wet and dries within hours.
How Long Does A Mattress Take To Dry?
With professional extraction, a mattress is usually dry within 4–8 hours in a ventilated room. It's best cleaned earlier in the day so it's ready to sleep on by night. Home carpet washers leave mattresses far wetter and slower to dry.
Does Mattress Cleaning Remove Dust Mites?
Yes — deep vacuuming and hot water extraction remove the bulk of dust mites, their waste and the allergens that trigger asthma and eczema. An anti-allergen treatment adds further protection for sensitive sleepers.
Can Urine And Blood Stains Be Removed From A Mattress?
Often, yes. Enzyme-based pre-treatments break down urine and blood, which are then extracted. Very old or set-in stains may not clear completely, but a professional will assess and tell you what's realistic before starting.
How Often Should A Mattress Be Cleaned?
Every 6 to 12 months for most people, or more often for allergy sufferers, homes with pets or children who share the bed. Using a washable mattress protector reduces how often a deep clean is needed.
Is Mattress Cleaning Worth It?
For anyone with allergies, asthma or eczema it makes a noticeable difference, and it extends the life of a mattress you spend hours on every night. Given the cost of replacing a good mattress, a periodic clean is inexpensive by comparison.
Fantastic Services Mattress Cleaning Prices 2026
| Upholstery type | Standard | Fantastic Club* |
|---|---|---|
| Mattress (Steam Cleaning) | Starting at£35 | Starting at£5 |
| Headboard (Steam Cleaning) | Starting at£35 | Starting at£5 |
| Bedframe (Steam Cleaning) | Starting at£35 | Starting at£5 |
| Mattress (Dry Cleaning) | Starting at£45 | Starting at£15 |
| Headboard (Dry Cleaning) | Starting at£42 | Starting at£12 |
| Bedframe (Dry Cleaning) | Starting at£42 | Starting at£12 |
| Headboard (Leather Cleaning) | Starting at£36 | Starting at£6 |
| Bedframe (Leather Cleaning) | Starting at£36 | Starting at£6 |
