I want to make sure it will fit 18" mattress with no crinkling noise and no latex or rubber Hi Cynn, Thank you for the question! The 3.0 StretchWick PERFORMANCE Mattress Protector fits mattresses up to 22" deep. My dog is allergic to dust mites and feathers. I'm gettinga new comforter and pillows. I'm going to wash my bedding in hot water and replace pillows and the comforterCan I wash your mattress cover in hot water? Hi Shelkin, Thank you for the question! We recommend machine wash cold on gentle cycle, tumble dry low. For the Dri-Tec 5.0 Mattress protector, what is the mean pore size in microns with this product? Hi, Thank you for the question! We do not test for the Mean Pore size because this pad is laminated. The lamination is for waterproofing, but by nature would block Allergens. Can I use this with s tempurpedic mattress? Hi, Thanks for the question! Yes, you can use the Drfi-Tec 5.0 Performance Mattress Protector on a
I have had this mattress protector for a year and a half. Last night was the first time my child had an "accident" on it. I washed it and when I went to out it back on the bed I noticed the mattress was damp. How did the fluid get through? Hi, Thank you for contacting Bedgear! or 800-545-7125 regarding your inquiry. Hi I would like to know that do I have to wash my dritec 5.0 before first use or I can put brand new without washing on my mattress.thank you.It is not required that you wash your 5.0 Dri-Tec Moisture Wicking Performance Mattress Protector before using it. How to I wash/dry this cover Hi LisaO, Thank you for the question! To clean the 5.0 Dri-Tec Moisture Wicking Performance Mattress Protector, simply machine wash cold on gentle cycle, tumble dry low. Do I also need a fitted sheet with the dri-tech 5.0 mattress protector? Hi Colleen, Thanks for the question! Yes, the mattress protector is to be used under your fitted sheet.
Table of Contents Two things to keep in mind when washing memory foam1 Cleaning your Memory Foam Mattress/Topper/Pillow2 Removing Stains from your Memory Foam Mattress/Topper/Pillow To summarize… How to clean memory foam: Q&A After using your memory foam mattress or memory foam pillow and enjoying the numerous benefits it provides for you, it is only vital to be able to clean your memory foam every once in a while, so that its durability and effectiveness will last. It is even more important to bear in mind that you do not clean your memory foam mattress in a similar way like any other mattresses or materials that you are in the habit of cleaning—which regularly includes cleaners that are water-based. If you want to know how to steam clean your mattress, then check out our alternative guide to steam cleaning a mattress right here. Memory foam is made up of small, spongy foam cells which are capable of holding water particles sustained after washing, coming out from the washing machine (in the case of memory foam pillows) and then it has to be rung out for it to dry.
Because of this, fungus growth can facilitate therefore destroying the compression of the memory foam’s properties is made very possible. For that reason, placing a pillow inside a washing machine to clean it is not advised. As a matter of fact, cleaning memory foam should be done by dry-cleaning, which is simple and always makes sure to remove every moisture to help to prevent the foam from accumulating mildew and bacteria. Because putting your memory pillow into your washing machine is a no-no, one of the proper ways to effectively clean your pillow is by sprinkling a small amount of baking powder onto your memory foam pillow and letting it sit for an hour. The baking powder will absorb any odor, body sweat or oils, and will give your favorite pillow a fresh, new dazzling scent. With a vacuum, remove the baking powder thoroughly. By doing this, it will also clean your pillow by removing other debris, pet hair or any dust which may have accumulated on your pillow. However, always remember that you must never, under any circumstances, squeeze or wring the memory foam, as this will certainly cause damage to your foam.
If your pillow has some stains, dampen a washcloth with lukewarm water and a slight amount of dishwashing liquid. You may also use water and some quantity of mild laundry detergent on a clean cloth. Scrub the stain gradually in a circular movement. Then, take a fresh, moist wash cloth to push next to the stained part to help wipe, dry, and blot the water away from your foam. As for drying out your memory foam, you choose to let it air dry outside, position it in a well-ventilated space or if you prefer to dry it inside your house with the use of an electric fan. A hair dryer can also be used, provided it is set on its lowest adjustment, and be cautious not to keep the hair dryer too close to the foam, or it will cause damage to it. Always ensure that the memory foam is totally dry before placing it again on your bed. It is true that cleaning your Memory Foam pillow, topper, and especially your memory foam mattress can be an extremely uncomfortable and a laborious task.
However, to extend the life of your favorite memory foam mattress, cleaning it once in a while is a must. Also, to be able to retain your memory foam (whether it is your mattress, topper, or pillows) fresh and clean longer as well as prevent it from any stain, change your bed and pillow sheets every so often and vacuum your roam frequently. You may also consider checking the manufacturer’s tags of your memory foam pillows, toppers or mattress for further cleaning tips, and confirm to abide by all cautions and warnings to avoid damage. In one word, no – washing any memory foam product would destroy the product entirely. As we discussed above memory foam is highly intolerable to liquids as these are absorbed in the multiple layers of foam they are extremely difficult to get out. This causes the liquids to dry and become a breeding ground for bacteria and molds. Take a look at our essential guides:I’m so excited for the Purple mattress review. The company sent me a free king size Purple mattress to test out.
This mattress may make the color purple more popular than Prince himself. The reason for my excitement is that this mattress has a top layer construction that is unlike anything I have reviewed so far. I first found out about the Purple mattress through the Kickstarter campaign where 320 backers pledged $171,560 to bring the project to life. I have seen other mattress Kickstarter campaigns and they don’t even come close to the popularity of Purple. Below is their official Kickstarter video. Below is their famous raw egg test video on the Purple Mattress featuring Mallory Everton from Studio C, a well known YouTube channel: You can order Purple direct from their website. According to my UPS tracking, the mattress with packaging weighs in at 143 lbs. By far the heaviest mattress I have reviewed. Right now you can get a king size for $1,299. As a general rule of thumb, I find the heavier the mattress, the more quality you get. That’s because there’s just more material in there to work with.
The mattress comes in a plastic bag as shown below. There’s no external box, just this which is really cool. the top unzips and then you can slide it out of the bag. Getting it out of the bag may take two people since it’s in there tight. Instead I just cut the bag open which is a shame because it would be great to reuse to store things in. The bag also comes with handles so it makes it easier to move. This came in super handy while bringing it up a flight of stairs. At over 140 lbs. I’ll take all the help I can get. Here’s me unboxing the Purple Mattress. When unzipping the cover I found that they give you a cutter, instructions and two mini samples of the purple top layer. You can unzip the ticking. I really like the embossed “Purple” logo on the sides: What really makes this mattress stand out from the competition is the Smart-Comfort Grid. Here’s a sample that comes with the mattress when you open the purple plastic casing. The only similar mattress I have come across is the IntelliBed which uses “Intelli-gel” which look similar to the Purple technology.
The difference is that the IntelliBED uses innersprings and latex instead of foam layers. The IntelliBED costs a bit more though. Here’s the full Intellibed Review. Their Relief Perfect Low Motion model costs $3,599 for a a queen. While you can get a queen size Purple mattress through the link below for $999. Here’s what the layers look like. The bottom two layers are really just for support. What makes Purple unique is the top layer. So, what is the Purple mattress made of? The Purple mattress is made of a hyper elastic polymer grid that collapses when exerting a certain amount of pressure. The grid will provide support and pressure relief where need while maintaining a cool sleep environment. The first night of sleeping on this mattress was wonderful. This is truly a unique sleep experience in large part because of the Smart-Comfort Grid. You get a sort of floating sensation and the grid conforms to all your pressure points while providing support where you need it. Here’s what the grid looks like:
This is also the most breathable mattress I have ever tested. If your major concern is sleeping hot, then get this mattress. It beats all the competitors hands down. The Purple ranks extremely high in point elasticity. That means it will collapse where needed without affecting the other parts of a mattress. A traditional inner spring has low point elasticity, think about how you feel your partner moving around. The best example of the Purple point elasticity is their egg test where it rapidly adjusts to the pressure exerted by the egg. The only other mattress with this high level of point elasticity that I have tested i the Luxi mattress. Luxi calls this their SBT layer (Support Balancing Layer). Here’s a comparison of the Luxi vs. Purple Here’s a video illustrating how each layer works: With this mattress you sleep on it more than in it. Whether or not that’s a good thing comes down to preference. Some people like more of a pillow top feel some don’t. Notice that there isn’t a large amount of sinkage with this mattress however it does a wonderful job with pressure relief.
Here’s how it handles motion transfer: I don’t notice my partner shifting around on this mattress. Motion is very well contained and it also bounces back into shape well which is very hard to achieve in a mattress. If you’re looking for sheets for the Purple mattress, I strongly recommend going with a set the Purple Sheets. They are stretchy and breathable so you will get the full performance of the mattress. The same goes with a mattress protector. You can get other brands of performance sheets such as Sheex or Bedgear but I haven’t come across a mattress protector like the Purple Mattress protector. It is very stretchy but still waterproof, breathable and light. The Purple mattress provides amazing pressure relief and temperature regulation. It doesn’t sleep “cool” or “hot” instead it just passes heat through the comfort grid. I love how it contours so well to your body. In my opinion it truly is a Goldilocks mattress in the sense that you get great support and contouring.
However it isn’t a mattress that feels “cozy” or will hug you. I weigh over 210 lbs. and the grid handled my body just fine. According to their side, 300 lbs. is the threshold for weight. That means 300 per person so 600 total. I sleep primarily on my stomach and side and this mattress felt great in both positions. Sometimes I get numbness in my arm from sleeping on my stomach on certain mattresses. The Purple was able to sink enough in the right areas so this didn’t happen. Expect to hear a lot about Purple in the near future. It’s a game changer in the mattress industry and is exploding in popularity. If you are looking for a mattress with high point elasticity like Purple but also want more “hug” check out my super in depth overview of the Luxi and Purple technology. Purple has recently launched some new accessories including the Purple Mattress Protector and the Purple Pillow. Below is a video overview of the Purple Pillow Purple doesn’t do coupon codes.