subject: What To Consider When Purchasing A Waterproof Mattress Cover [print this page] When you have an expensive mattress to protect, a waterproof mattress cover is probably one of the best investments you can make. Anyone with a young family and pets will know that a waterproof mattress cover is even more important. Not only is a waterproof mattress necessary for your own bed, it is essential for your child's bed. Accidents happen and even if your child has mastered dry nights, it makes sense to protect their mattress from liquids and urine.
When a new mattress is not protected properly, especially from urine, it will soon become stained and smelly. It is very difficult to remove stains and the smell of urine once it has penetrated into the mattress. In addition to stopping fluids, a waterproof mattress cover will stop dust and dander from penetrating. Allergies are triggered in many people by dust mites which live on dust and dander. Bed bugs, dust mites and other bacteria are inhibited from living in a hypoallergenic waterproof mattress cover.
How do you pick a good quality waterproof mattress cover? Here are some points to consider when shopping:
Universally sized - mattresses come in various depths so ensure the waterproof mattress cover is the correct size or choose a universally sized waterproof mattress cover in an elasticized fitted sheet style which fits all sizes
100% Waterproof - a waterproof mattress cover needs to be 100% waterproof. This will ensure it blocks all fluids, including perspiration and urine.
Comfort - you want the waterproof mattress cover to be comfortable and not change the feel of your mattress. It is best if it's made from breathable material and sleeps cool.
Hypoallergenic - a hypoallergenic waterproof mattress cover with a polyurethane backing will inhibit bed bugs, bacteria and allergy-causing dust mites from penetrating the mattress.
Warranty - A warranty which covers quality and workmanship for a good number of years is something to consider.
If you fail to protect a mattress adequately, especially from urine, it will soon be stained and smelly. A mattress saturated with urine takes a very long time to dry out. It is almost impossible to remove the stains and smell of urine once it has penetrated into the mattress.
As well as blocking liquids, a waterproof mattress cover will help to keep your mattress free of dust and dander. When dust and dander penetrate a mattress, dust mites are encouraged. Allergies to dust mites is a common problem for many people and a hypoallergenic waterproof mattress cover will stop not only dust mites but also other bugs and bacteria from building up in the mattress.
by: Lila Johnson
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