Elite Protect-A-Bed® Product Review

The Elite is the newest and most feature rich Miracle Membrane® protective mattress for Protect-A-Bed®. Like all Protect-A-Bed® covers the Elite is a waterproof mattress cover, yet remarkably it is breathable. The difference between this dust mite cover and others is that it is double sided and reversible.

The Elite is really the flagship model of mattress protectors, as it is ultra-thin, double-sided, and reversible. The memory foam mattress cover offers the ‘Heat Transference Formula’ between an ultra thin layer of terry-towelling. This allergy mattress cover allows heat and moisture to transfer out of the mattress while keeping liquids from coming in.

Here is a demonstration video with the Protect A Bed Cover to give you a better idea “visually” -

Although the official Protect-A-Bed® website states that the ELITE package includes pillows and mattress cover – this is a mistake. I have been informed by two separate Protect-A-Bed representatives that this is not the case.

FAQ’s

Q- Does the Elite provide protection for those with incontinence?

A- Especially helpful in case of incontinence

Q- Does the mattress cover bunch up underneath sleepers?

A- The Ultra thin with four way stretch does not detract from the comfort of the mattress

Q- What type of mattresses will the Elite fit over?

A- Mattress cover can be used on latex , memory foam, and inner-spring mattresses

Q- Will the waterproof mattress cover fit my extra deep bed?

A- The expandable skirt ensures mattress protector fits any depth of mattress (8” to 20”)

Q- Will this cover protect against bacteria and dust mites?

A- The Elite is effective in preventing bacteria and dust mites from breeding in your pillow and mattress (which are major causes of eczema, asthma, and rhinitis)

Q- Is the Elite a protective mattress cover?

A- The Elite protects from stains whether they be perspirations, body fluids, or accidental spills

Q- If I was the Elite what settings must I use?

A- You can machine was and tumble dry on hot, in fact the dust mite mattress cover can be sterilized at 121oC/250oF

Q- What does the cotton mattress cover feel like?

A- The cotton quilting is soft and super absorbent.

Many quality mattresses and accessories advertise features such as “anti-bacterial” and “anti-microbial.” Without fully understanding how those features actually relate to your mattress, though, those features carry little meaning.

Why is it important to have an anti-bacterial mattress cover?

Mattresses provide warm havens where bacteria are prone to thrive and spread. Particularly with nightly use - when warm body temperatures heat up the material on the mattress - dangerous bacteria, including E coli, streptococcus, and others, are prone to survive on mattresses.

In addition to carrying the potential to spread disease, some bacteria can cause significant problems for individuals prone to allergies and asthma. The growth of bacteria can also lead to unpleasant odors building up and being emitted from your mattress.

Bacteria are everywhere. The key is having the means to ensure that they do not grow in areas where you have the potential to exposure. An anti-bacterial mattress cover is designed to prevent the growth and survival of bacteria on your mattress.

What does anti-microbial mean?

Anti-microbial products work to not only prevent the growth of bacteria, but also impede the spread and growth of mold and fungi that can develop in mattresses and pillows. Such microbes can lead to respiratory problems, asthma attacks, allergies, and many other problems if they develop in your sleeping area.

Like bacteria, mold and fungi thrive in warm areas like mattresses and pillows. An anti-microbial cover will work to prevent this from occurring, and offers additional protection.

How do I prevent bacteria, mold, and fungi from forming in my mattress & pillows?

Quality mattress protectors are the best way of preventing bacteria growth on your mattress and pillows. Protect-A-Bed is one of the leading protective mattress toppers, and is specifically designed to help prevent the growth of bacteria and fungus. Protect-A-Bed also provides superior protection against dust mites, which can also lead to respiratory problems and allergy attacks.

In addition to being anti-bacterial and anti-microbial, Protect-A-Bed Bed Covers are waterproof, stain resistant, and breathable. The mattress topper helps to moderate temperature, and can be used on all latex, memory foam, and inner-spring mattresses.

“Sleep tight & don’t let the bed bugs bite.”

While this common bedtime sentiment has a nice ring to it, it also bears some truth. The “bed bugs” referenced here are actually dust mites, and like it or not, they are living in your mattress! In fact, the average mattress can contain thousands - or even millions - of these microscopic critters, and while they are for the most part harmless, there are some potential problems that dust mites can cause.

What are dust mites?

Dust mites are tiny bugs that consume the dead skin cells left behind by humans and in pet dander, and the two most common places for dust mites to be found are in mattresses and carpet. The mites thrive in warm, moist areas, which is why mattresses are a harboring ground for dust mites.

Are dust mites harmful?

In most cases, dust mites are not directly harmful. However, many people suffer from allergic reactions to dust mites and their feces, which can make sleeping on a dust mite-infested mattress miserable. Those who are effected by dust mite allergies often report sneezing, wheezing, itching, watery eyes, and other respiratory problems. For this, we offer the BugLock™ 3-sided zipper system and ALLER-ZIP™ bed cover seal for complete protection against allergens, dust mites and bed bugs. This product is bug entry,escape and bite proof.

Dust mites can also cause problems for individuals with asthma. A visit to a doctor who specializes in the identification and treatment of allergies can diagnose a dust mite allergy. Dust mites are also to blame for many cases of eczema.

How are dust mites treated?

The best treatment against dust mites in your mattress is to use a mattress protector regardless of whether or not you have been diagnosed with an allergy to dust mites. Perhaps the best known mattress protector is the Protect-a-Bed.

Protect-a-Bed is a thin mattress protector designed to prevent dust mites from breeding in your mattress. The protector is waterproof, and also helps maintain a comfortable temperature on your bed, which leads to more sound sleep. Protect-a-Bed also helps prevent stains.

The most important thing, second to choosing the best mattress, is choosing the best mattress cover. Some people don’t believe a mattress cover is necessary but this is completely incorrect. There are many different types of covers available to the consumer today and this can make for an overwhelming decision when the time comes. What needs to be understood is the purpose of the mattress cover. They are necessary to protect the mattress as many mattress companies will not take back a mattress for return or exchange during the warranty period if the mattress is stained. Moisture of any kind that touches the mattress top will instantly stain, leaving your mattress worthless.

Why Use a Mattress Cover

Whether you have a health condition that leaves you debilitated during the night and accidents may happen or you are in perfect health, a mattress cover is the perfect option for protection that every mattress required. In order for your mattress to last your lifetime, or most of it anyways, a mattress cover must be of high quality and worth your investment. They are washable and reusable which makes the small investment more than worth it.

Types of Mattress Covers

You can find mattress covers in options of:

• Memory foam mattress covers
• Allergy mattress covers
• Plastic mattress covers
• Satin mattress covers
• Rocky Mountain Mattress covers

This is just a small list of the different mattress covers which are available for you to choose from. A mattress cover can be a great solution if you are looking to postpone the life of your mattress a bit longer by adding a memory foam mattress cover on top for added comfort and support. There are many different functions for a mattress cover and for many people comfort is number one, than protection.

You can find a great mattress cover for reasonable prices anywhere bedding is sold. Some of the more advanced covers such as the Rocky Mountain Mattress may be a bit more expensive than the others, but when you are buying you need to consider what it is worth and how many years it can last you if taken care of properly. Mattress covers are a lifetime investment so it is important to do the research and decide which one is best for you and your mattress.

Many people think that once they have chosen their mattress, their job is over. This is not the case. The next important decision that needs to be made is which the best mattress pad is not only for you but for the mattress you have chosen. A mattress pad is a very functional piece of bedding that every mattress owner needs to purchase before they even sleep on the mattress for the first time.

Why Use a Mattress Pad

By requiring a mattress pad, this does not mean you have to frequently wet the bed and it is not only for moisture in the mattress. A mattress pad protects your mattress from absolutely anything and at the same time provides an extra level of comfort as a bonus. You can find mattress pads in many different styles, just as mattress styles. They come in memory foam, latex, satin, plastic and cotton materials. They have excessive elastic around the edges of a mattress pad, similar to a fitted sheet to ensure it does not slip out of place during the night.

Choosing the Right Mattress Pad

Just as when researching for your new mattress it is important to take the time to search online and find out what the best mattress pad is for you. As everyone has different preferences when it comes to their bed, you will find each mattress pad has its own unique features that appeal to each different preference. For those people out there with severe allergies you can even by an allergy friendly mattress pad to relieve you of your allergy symptoms during the year.

Although it may seem like an easy task, choosing the right mattress pad can take some time and many people purchase it the same time as their mattress so they don’t have to make a separate trip and they know it fits perfectly.

With as much as you pay for a mattress these days you want to make it last as long as you possibly can, right? Of course you do. One tip for a new mattress owner, in order to help them prolong the life of their mattress is to get a mattress pad. Seems simple I know, but do you have a mattress pad on your mattress right now? Probably not.

For example, I have a four year old that has been potty trained for over a year now, but still needs to sleep in the training pants at night. Well, the training pants don’t always keep the pee in, and you are left with a nice little mess. We do not worry though because we have a mattress pad that protects the mattress. We simply just take it off, throw it in the washing machine and the mattress is untouched from pee and dry. If I did not have a mattress pad not only would I have to worry about the smell of pee and how clean I could actually get the mattress, but it tears away at the inside of the mattress decreasing its lifespan.

We offer a hypoallergenic mattress pad Protect-A-Bed cover that can help save the life of your new mattress. Click on the link for more details.