This mattress protector benefits from a protective backing layer of pliable, 100% waterproof polyurethane which is located next to the mattress, not your skin. This is covered by a comfortable top layer of soft, absorbent combed cotton, which is all you feel should you choose not to cover the mattress protector with a fitted sheet. As well as being wonderfully comfortable this mattress protector is also extremely quiet to sleep on.

To reduce smells and to make covers last longer, whip it off the bed, pop into your washing machine, dry thoroughly and put back onto the bed before putting on clean bed linen. Though these waterproof mattress protectors are machine washable they do not require as frequent washing as your sheets, unless of course there is a night-time accident! If you consider that even one ‘accident’ or spill can ruin your mattress, then a waterproof mattress protector is a good investment.

Mattresses are difficult to clean and should never be wet as this can cause the mattress to mildew as a result of it not drying out thoroughly. Mattress manufacturers stress that the best way to clean a mattress is to vacuum it. A tiny amount of cold water can be added to a mild detergent for spot cleaning, but a mattress should never be saturated with water. Neither should dry cleaning solutions be used on a mattress as they may damage the mattress materials.

The best way to keep a mattress clean is to protect it with a waterproof mattress protector. Make sure you have the right measurements when you go to purchase a waterproof mattress protector. The Complete Care waterproof mattress protectors from The Fine Bedding Company are available in standard UK bed sizes, including single, double, king and super king, as shown in the table below: