When you buy a new mattress, it’s a long-term investment in the quality of your sleep. You may not necessarily be thinking about buying a waterproof mattress cover in addition to what’s already been spent. It’s worth taking a moment to think about though. Here’s why.
Think of all the things that could find their way onto or into your mattress. Bed bugs. Allergens. Liquids. Sometimes we spill a glass of wine. We may have a particularly sweaty sleep during summer. You may be eating in bed and accidentally spill your food. All these things put unnecessary particles onto the mattress and/or exposes the mattress to damage.
Do You Need A Mattress Protector?
Though you can clean your mattress after a spill or an accident, it takes time and effort. A waterproof mattress protector is a much easier and more reliable way to protect your mattress against permanent stains or damage like this.
How Does A Mattress Cover Work?
A mattress protector, aka a mattress cover, is more or less a fitted sheet. It slips on over your mattress and acts as a layer to protect against liquids and other things that could damage it. When you have to wash it, you just take it off and throw it in your washer with the rest of your bedding and sheets.
What Kind Of Mattress Protector Should I Buy?
Always buy a hypoallergenic mattress protector. The ‘hypoallergenic’ part is important. This provides a barrier against the bacteria, dust mites, and liquids you don’t want ruining a new mattress.
What Else Do I Look For In A Mattress Cover?
Considering you will be using it any night you sleep on your body, you don’t want a cheap mattress cover. Search for one that’s noiseless. No crinkles. You also ideally want to avoid chemical exposure, i.e. vinyl, PVC, phthalates, fire retardants, and similar ingredients.
A microfiber polyester mattress cover is considered one of the best there is, helping with air flow without sacrificing the protection component. This is breathable fabric, usually with a TPU backing that’s impermeable. If you can find all these things in a premium-grade mattress cover, it would be our recommendation to buy.
Will My Mattress Last Longer With A Mattress Cover?
How long your mattress lasts is very much up to you. Mattresses get replaced when they’re no longer as soft as they once were or are uncomfortable to sleep on. A mattress cover does somewhat extend the life of a mattress, not only through preserving its look but preserving the material’s integrity as well.
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