Mattress protectors, also known as mattress pads or under-pads, are removable items or bedding that are placed on mattresses to reduce wear and tear and improve the sleeper’s health. The simplest type of mattress protector is a fitted sheet that is lightly quilted, known as a Quilted Mattress Protector. This type of mattress protector provides minimum protection against stains and allergens. At the other side of the scale are waterproof mattress pads that have the ability to act as a barrier to liquids such as sweat and urine while remaining breathable. One of the best brands of this type of mattress protector is Protect-A-Bed.

Mattress protectors protect your mattress from spills and stains while protecting you from allergens and providing a breathable barrier between you and your mattress.

Mattress protectors have two major purposes: to protect the mattress and protect the health of the sleeper. Mattress protectors are used to give protection to individuals from irritations and allergens such as bed bugs, dust mites, dead skin and mold. Some brands of mattress protectors are also useful for joint support and backache ache control and can help individuals with Fibromyalgia, arthritis, sleep disorders and fatigue.

For the sleepers, mattress protectors are recommended to those who are sensitive to allergens, especially dust mites. This is because dust mites create wastes that can irritate the airway linings of lungs. These allergies are particularly common in children and can lead to asthma and/or skin irritations, such as eczema.

Another benefit of mattress protectors is they help to moderate body temperature thus improving sleeping conditions. Top quality mattress protectors, such as Protect-A-Bed, are made to repel liquids but remain breathable. This helps to keep you cool while you sleep.

Mattress protectors can be washed in a machine and tumble dried, making them very easy to clean and care for. Mattress protectors come equipped with an expandable skirt that ensures  they fit all depths and types of mattresses, including memory foam mattresses, innersprings mattresses, latex mattresses and futon mattresses. Mattress protectors are very thin and do not detract from the comfort of your existing mattress.