Take good care of your waterproof mattress protector

Waterproof mattress protectors have become quite common and rightfully so, because they help saving a lot of money by protecting your expensive mattress from irreversible damage. This damage can be caused by beverage spills, urine or blood stains that are very difficult to remove and can be prevented by protecting your mattress with a waterproof layer that does not let any liquid seep through. We spend a lot of time caring about our mattress because it is an expensive item however we spend little time caring for the mattress protector which is the real shining knight! It extends the life of your mattress, so you need to extend it's life too so it can serve your purpose for a longer period of time.

Waterproof Mattress Protector

First of all, you need to understand the material that your mattress protector is made from and in the case that it is waterproof, there are some guidelines you have to follow in order to take proper care of it. Waterproof mattress protectors are made from polyurethane, which repels water but at the same time is a breathable and light cloth. You will need to wash this with warm water, and it can be washed on a weekly basis in your washing machine at maximum 40 Celsius. Be careful not to iron or tumble dry it because it is not meant to be exposed to too much heat and will ruin the covering and filling. How you care about it also depends on it's size, thickness and quality, of which you will be a better judge than most of us.

As mentioned before, waterproof mattress protector does not tolerate heat and thus you need to be careful that it is not placed close to any iron and never place a laptop on top of it because it will burn. The filling and covering is heat sensitive and will burn up quickly if you are not careful with hot things around it, even smoking in bed can be hazardous. It is recommended that you keep it covered with a cloth or a bed sheet so that you can save bad odors from getting absorbed into it. You do not need to show everyone that you cover the mattress with a protector, so it is not a bad idea to cover it so your room can look bright and also protect the cover.