Did you know that over 60 million people suffer from indoor and seasonal allergies? Many of these sufferers try over-the-counter medicines, use humidifiers/dehumidifiers and wash bedding to help improve their sleep, but less than 10% use zippered allergen barrier bedding, which can help prevent the collection of dead skin cells, dust mites and other household allergens from collecting in your mattress and plush surfaces like pillows and bedding.Over time, your bedding collects millions of dust mites and allergens like pollen and pet dander which can aggravate allergy symptoms. If you consistently wake up in the morning with a stuffy nose or congestion, it may not be a cold – it could be due to the allergens that have collected in your bedding. I WASH MY BEDDING ALL THE TIME, ISN’T THAT ENOUGH? Pillows and mattresses are the perfect home for allergens, such as dust mite droppings, mold spores, pet dander and other microscopic organisms that trigger asthma and allergy symptoms.
Washing your bedding is important, however allergens accumulate deep inside pillows and mattresses and can’t be easily removed, only filtered. AREN’T MATTRESS AND PILLOW PROTECTORS UNCOMFORTABLE AND MADE OF PLASTIC? Aller-Ease uses innovative fabric engineering techniques to create comfortable and breathable mattress and pillow protectors. While we do offer products that feature waterproof benefits, we also offer two systems that are cotton, ensuring that you can sleep comfortably and wake refreshed. WHY DO I NEED TO PROTECT BOTH MY MATTRESS AND PILLOW? You should use both Aller-Ease pillow protectors and mattress protectors for full 360-protection – which means the entire top, bottom, and side surfaces of your pillow and mattress are protected. The zippered closures and allergen filtration fabrics will protect you at all angles from the allergens that are living in your pillow and mattress. ISN’T A MATTRESS PAD THE SAME AS A MATTRESS PROTECTOR? All bedding is not created equally when it comes to filtering allergens.
It’s a common misperception that using regular mattress pads will protect your bed against allergens. In fact, they’re likely to harbor even more allergens. For ultimate comfort and protection, use an Aller-Ease mattress protector under your mattress pad. HOW DO I PUT A MATTRESS PROTECTOR ON?The Aller-Ease mattress protector fits over the top, sides and bottom of your mattress. You simply slip the protector on your mattress and zip it closed. WHICH SIDE OF THE MATTRESS PROTECTOR GOES UP? The AllerEase mattress encasement that you have purchased may be constructed with multiple fabrics. All fabrics used will protect against the common household allergens as described on the package. Our covers are designed so that the top fabric provides a smooth, comfortable surface to sleep on and the side and bottom fabric allows the encasement to stretch over the mattress. DOES ALLEREASE CARRY BOX SPRING PROTECTORS An AllerEase mattress protector can be used on a box spring as well.
We receive free products to review and participate in affiliate programs, where we are compensated for items purchased through links from our site (at no cost to the buyer). See our disclosure page for our list of comped products and affiliate programs. Dust mites are microscopic creatures that love to spend time in your mattress. These little creatures love damp areas and human skin, so naturally a mattress is an ideal spot for these little creatures. In addition to dust mites being a bit gross, many people are also allergic. These little creatures are 0.3mm big, so you won’t be able to see them without a magnifying glass. What are the best ways to get rid of/prevent dust mites in your mattress? Don’t make your bed – this recommendation is not mom-approved! A study published that making your bed actually keeps in moisture, making a better environment for dust mites. If you don’t make the bed, the mattress can dry out more easily, and reduce the number of dust mites that live there.
Use a metal or wood bed frame – dust mites cannot live in wood or metal. Wash sheets and bedding with hot water – dust mites cannot survive a wash with hot water, but they may survive a cold-water wash. Avoid stuffed animals on your bed – stuffed animals are prime time for dust mites, especially if they’re being dragged around with a baby or toddler. Keep these away from your mattress. Clean your mattress regularly – few people even think to clean a mattress, especially if it looks clean, but it’s important to regularly clean it to get rid of as many dust mites as possible. At least a few times a year. Get a dust mite cover – plastic covers will make certain that your mattress is not infested. How do I know if I’m allergic? Naturally being allergic to dust mites will make it even more important that you get rid of them and prevent them from returning. If you have dust mites and are allergic, you may see some of the following symptoms:
Runny nose and sneezing Breathing issues and coughing Anything else to do?The idea that these little guys are infesting your mattress is a terrible thought for most, but know that they are very common. You should definitely follow the above advice to prevent them for your mattress, but don’t lose sleep over it. If you want to learn about how individual mattress brands fare when it comes to dust mites (and many other characteristics), read our mattress reviews. About the Author Joe Auer Joe has been working in the mattress industry for a number of years and is an active reviewer on Mattress Clarity.Please read this information first. The latest MiteGuard allergen barrier bedding covers are made from precision micro-weave fabrics which effectively combine proven allergen protection with comfort, ease of laundering and long life span. The extremely tight and precisely controlled weaves of these fabrics prevent dust mite allergen particles from passing through but are highly air-breathable giving the feel and comfort of very high quality bedding products.