What are the mattress covers?

To extend the service life and protect expensive mattresses from dirt, parasites and dust, it is necessary to use mattress covers. In addition to the protective function, some mattress covers are capable of changing the properties of the mattress itself. About what is better to buy mattress covers will be discussed in this article.

Thin mattress covers

Designed to protect the mattress from the environment: dust, dirt, stains, germs and bacteria. According to their properties, they are divided into several types.

Classic

They are made, as a rule, from natural fabrics, but synthetic ones can also be found. This is the thinnest type of mattress covers. They are more like sheets, but are rigidly fixed with sidewalls or special rubber bands.

Waterproof

These mattress covers have a special protective layer of the membrane. They well maintain air circulation, prevent from the "greenhouse" effect. Use such mattress covers is recommended for families with small children or animals.

Antibacterial

This type of mattress covers is impregnated with a special bactericidal solution that prevents parasites, fungus and various insects from getting onto the bed and inside the mattress. They are recommended for allergy sufferers.

Thick mattress toppers

Unlike thin mattress covers, thick ones, in addition to protection, can affect the degree of comfort of a mattress. They look more like thin mattresses than protective sheets.

Woolen

Made from wool. Soften the excessive rigidity of the main mattress. Designed for healing the human body, help with: osteochondrosis, joint pain, circulatory disorders and radiculitis. On these mattress covers it is easy to relax and calm the nerves.

Orthopedic

Designed to adjust the stiffness of the main mattress. With this type of mattress covers, you can both increase and decrease the rigidity of your mattress, as they have specified stiffness parameters. Often such mattress covers are recommended by doctors.

Demi-season

The main function of these mattress covers is to adjust the temperature of the bed in the summer and winter. The sides of these mattress covers are made of two different materials. For summer time, use a side that is made of silk or cotton. For the cold season, there is a second side, which is usually made of wool or special, warm synthetic materials.

We examined the main types of mattress covers and their functions. It is worth noting that different manufacturers offer their customers a wide selection of mattress toppers made from both expensive natural materials and cheaper synthetic ones. They may differ in service life, but the main functions will be identical.