Cold & Flu Map Cold & Flu Relief Advisor Dust Mite Mattress and Pillow Covers for Allergies Each adult person sheds about one and a half grams of skin every day. Dust mites are microscopic creatures that can live in your bedding and carpets and feed on this skin.It does explain why dust mite-proof pillow and mattress covers are your first line of defense against dust allergies! Facts About Dust Mites Dust mites are everywhere -- anywhere there are people or animals, warm temperatures, and high humidity. They like to be indoors, where they can get plenty of food like mold spores and dead skin cells from people and pets. If you are sensitive or allergic to them, you may have: Runny or itchy nose and sneezing Sore throat or hoarse voice Coughing and other breathing problems Skin rash and itching Worsening of your asthma Dust mites settle down in carpet, draperies, stuffed animals, and upholstered furniture. Mattresses, pillows, and soft bedding are favorite hangouts.
Dust mite covers really work. One study found that some kids with asthma need less asthma medicine when they used mattress and pillow covers. Tests of their mattresses showed that dust mites colonies there dwindled. But never decrease your asthma medicine unless instructed by your doctor. You can find dust mite covers for mattresses, pillows, and box springs at mattress and allergy supply stores and in a variety of materials. Plastic or vinyl covers with zippers help seal in allergens so you don't inhale them when sleeping. Plastic or vinyl covers are easier to keep clean than covers made of natural fibers. Many plastic covers have an outer layer of material like nylon to make them more comfortable. If possible, cover your mattress and pillows when they are new. Put duct tape or electrical tape over cover zippers to double-block dust-mites from coming and going. More Ways to Minimize Dust Mites Use a bed with a wooden or metal frame. Wash bedding in hot water.
Cold water does not kill dust mites. Wash sheets and pillowcases at least once a week. Wash comforters and bedspreads every one to two months. Consider using an electric blanket, which can reduce humidity on bed surfaces. Wash and dry stuffed animals often and keep them off beds. Clean mattresses in late winter and early spring. That will kill any dust mites that survived the winter and reduce their numbers in the summer months. Premium Mattress ProtectorCrib Mattress ProtectorPillow Protector Benefits of the Safety Shield™ Crib Protector Safety Shield Crib Protectors and Pillow Protectors create an impermeable layer between you and the dust mites and allergens in your mattress. The Safety Shield membrane is both waterproof and breathable, just like human skin. It protects your mattress while remaining comfortable and cool to sleep on. The natural terry cloth fabric absorbs liquids to prevent it from entering the mattress where it can allow bacteria, allergens and dust mites to breed and can damage the mattress or cause mold to grow inside the mattress.
Dust mite excretion, pollen and pet dander are all common allergens that can be found in your mattress and pillow if proper protection is not used. Safety Shield Mattress and Pillow Protectors are designed to help create a clean, healthy sleeping environment free of dust mites and allergens that can trigger allergic reactions. Did you know the average person perspires 4 gallons a month while sleeping? This perspiration and moisture passes through the sheets and into the mattress, creating a breeding ground for dust mites, bacteria, and allergens. It can also damage your mattress and create stains that will void your warranty. This negative outcome will be avoided by using a Safety Shield™ Mattress Protector. Kids & Potty Training Bedwetting is sporadic and common for younger children, and can often continue into early puberty. This creates stress and trauma for both parents and children. Without a Safety Shield Mattress Protector, your child’s mattress would become unsanitary and they would not have a clean, dry mattress to sleep on.
Safety Shield Crib and Pillow Protectors are designed to extend the life of your mattress by protecting it from allergens and stains that can soil or damage your mattress and also void the manufacturer's warranty. Class 1 Medical Device Helps Protect Your Mattress Warranty Safety Shield Crib Protector Features Offers a breathable, waterproof membrane with a fitted sheet style design. 100% Natural Cotton Terry Cloth Cover. Naturally absorbs fluids with a hypoallergenic cotton terry cloth surface. Protects against dust mites, bacteria, allergens and liquid spills. Great for chronic asthma, eczema, and allergy sufferers. Machine washable (cold and hot water), tumble dry (low to medium heat) Completely silent with fitted sheet style design. Popular for incontinence sufferers with Safety Shield’s breathable, waterproof membrane. Works with any mattress including memory foam, latex and innerspring mattresses. Orders shipped same day if received before 6:00 PM
Product Care & Use: Mattress Protector Please do NOT use any bleach, bleach alternatives, non-chlorine bleach or any bleach by-products in the detergent, as this will destroy the polyurethane lining on the back of the mattress protector. The Mattress Protector can be washed along with other items, such as towels or linens The Mattress Protector can be washed in Hot water. (We recommend a heat of 7 out of 10, with ten being hottest.) Please do NOT dry clean your mattress protector. Please dry together with some other bed linen or towels. The mattress protector can be tumble dried on a medium heat for about 40 minutes (longer if needed - depending on your dryer) Careful drying will prevent blistering of the lining. If blisters do form from overheating of the dryer, please discontinue using the protector and contact us, as these blisters will split open and lead to the mattress protector leaking. Installing the Mattress Protector: Wash and tumble dry the mattress protector before using it the first time as this softens the product, improves the flexibility and eliminates any packaging odors.