You have used the pack n play to the beach it is imperative that you get rid of sand in the pack n play first before you start the cleaning process.
Cleaning pack and play mat.
In its folded position place it and the mattress pad in your bathtub.
If it s thoroughly grimy submerging it in soapy water in the bathtub may work better.
If your pack n play is only lightly dirty you can try scrubbing it down with laundry detergent and water.
Set the mat outside in the sun to dry.
Mix in a cap of baby laundry detergent i used dreft a splash of vinegar and about a quarter cup of baking soda.
I saw this on facebook and decided to make it a pin you fill your bath tub up with the hottest water possible.
Mix and submerge your pack n play and the mat.
Scrub and rinse the easiest way to clean a pack n play mat is this oldest method.
Spray lightly don t soak the playpen mat with the cleaning liquid.
On set in stains i will soak a washcloth in soapy water and put it on the stain sopping wet.
How to clean your pack n play.
Submerge a cloth or soft sponge into the bucket and begin washing the pack n play from the top down.
Well i know there s a bunch of different models but our pack n play mattress is entirely waterproof.
You simply need to take out the pack and play to an open space and scrub it down to the last inch of the surface.
It s great if you have enough space for it but you can also pursuit this cleaning method in a small area such as your bathroom.
Let it sit for a while and wipe off.
Now while i would not submerge it i have had good luck cleaning it with just dishsoap and water.
To do so take the mattress out of the play yard and fold the pack and play up.
After about 30 minutes flip them.
Start at the railings scrubbing firmly when necessary to loosen and remove any dried on food or dirt.
As you fill the tub with warm to hot water add in a mixture of a half cup of detergent one fourth cup of baking soda and one fourth cup of vinegar.
When you ve covered the entire surface rinse the sponge or brush and go over the mat again with plain water to rinse.
Fill a bucket with warm water and a mild dye and perfume free detergent.