11 mattress protectors to keep your hotel-quality mattress in tip-top condition for longer

Pros: With an £86, 44% saving on the bundles, the Soak&Sleep waterproof protector is too good to pass up on and, with Coolmax fabric to wick away moisture and keep you cool and dry, no matter the weather, it’s one we’re adding to our wishlists straight away, if not our shopping trolleys right now. Plus, it’s tumble-dry friendly!

Cons: The extra deep 35cm skirt may be a tad too roomy for some shallow mattresses, but you only need to tuck it in to fix that problem.

Customers are saying: Practical, you can’t feel or hear the waterproofing and it’s good value. 

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John Lewis mattress protector

Velfont Temperature Regulating Quilted Mattress Protector

Spec: 

• Sizes available: Single, double, king, super king
• Materials: Cotton and Outlast® cotton
• Waterproof? No

Pros: Made with an innovative Outlast® pure cotton cover – a fabric that was originally made for NASA – this mattress protector helps to keep you cool in the summer and warm in colder climes by buffering sudden temperature changes. Cool right?

Cons: Given the high ticket price point, we’d at least hope for waterproofing or perhaps next-day delivery as standard.

Customers are saying: “Does what it says and more,” this product really does keep you cool, even if you have a super thick duvet.

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Specialist Synthetic Anti Allergen Enclosed Waterproof Mattress Protector

Spec: 

• Sizes available: Single, double, king, super king
• Materials: Cotton jersey and polyurethane
• Waterproof? Yes

Pros: Good for allergy sufferers and pet-owners hoping to keep their fluffy pal’s fur off their high-quality mattress, this breathable cotton jersey mattress protector is waterproof and features Micro-Fresh® technology that prevents any odour-causing bacteria from making an appearance. Essentially, it’s dirt, grime and fur blocking encasement and the zipped mattress protector you need in your life.

Cons: None of note!

Customers are saying: Wears well, not too hot and is easy to fit. 

Tempur-pedic mattress protector

TEMPUR® Water Resistant Mattress Protector

Spec: 

• Sizes available: Single, double, king, super king
• Materials: Tencel™ Lyocell, polyurethane and polyester
• Waterproof? Water-resistant

Pros: This Tempur mattress protector is breathable and water resistant to keep you cool and dry all night. It folds up fairly small, making it perfect for storing and topping your sofa bed with when guests come to stay, and it effectively protects your mattress from stains and spillages.

Cons: Doesn’t feature Tempur® material memory foam. 

Customers are saying: Fits a Tempur® mattress perfectly, prevents night sweats and is comfortable. 

What to consider when purchasing a mattress protector

First thing’s first: there are a few different types of mattress protectors on the market. They are…

1. Skirted mattress protectors. These are the most common kind of mattress protectors and they fit like a traditional fitted sheet would. They feature a skirt that fits under the four corners of your mattress and covers the top and all four sides.
2. Encased mattress protectors. These are a lot less common and encase the entire mattress, fastening with a zip. They protect not only the top and sides but the bottom of your mattress, too. This is great if you want to protect against bed bugs or dust mites, but they are trickier to fit and more expensive.
3. Mattress protectors with elastic straps. These are the most affordable and offer the least amount of protection. The protector only covers the top of the mattress, leaving the sides bare; it’s fastened with elastic straps to each corner.

1. The fabric. You’ll most commonly have the choice of a cotton, synthetic or wool mattress protector. Cotton is breathable and can be purchased as hypoallergenic, while synthetic is the most affordable (yet least durable) and wool is biodegrade-able, warm in winter and actually quite supportive.
2. Whether it’s waterproof. Waterproof mattress protectors mean they spillages or accidents simply run off the top of the mattress, keeping it protected for longer. The main downsides? Waterproof mattress protectors tend to be warmer, and they often make a “scrunching” sound when you move around at night.
3. Whether it’s quilted. If you do want a bit of extra support and don’t fancy buying a mattress topper on top of your mattress protector, opting for a quilted protector could be a good choice.

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