Organic Mattress Protectors: Why You Need One

If you're going to spend thousands of dollars on a new organic mattress, you should protect your investment with a quality, natural mattress protector. The last thing you want to do is buy a cheap plastic protector that ruins the experience of your new mattress.

Most conventional mattress protectors are made with vinyl or polyurethane backing, which creates a waterproof barrier but also traps heat and moisture like a plastic bag. You end up sleeping hot, sweating, and defeating the breathability of your natural mattress. Worse, some protectors contain PVC, phthalates, or other chemicals that off-gas into your sleep environment. If you bought an organic mattress to avoid chemical exposure, don't sabotage it with a toxic protector.

Organic mattress protectors are made with natural, breathable materials like organic cotton, wool, or a combination of both. They protect your mattress from spills, stains, and moisture without trapping heat. Mattress protectors made with wool are especially good as wool naturally repels moisture, resists dust mites, and wicks away sweat while staying breathable. Some organic cotton protectors use a thin, breathable waterproof membrane (like polyurethane laminate or TPU) that's free of harmful chemicals and still allows airflow.

A good mattress protector will extend the life of your mattress by keeping body oils, sweat, and allergens out of the mattress layers. It's also much easier to wash a protector than to clean a mattress. Many mattress warranties require a protector to stay valid - without one, stains or damage can void your warranty.

At The Organic Bedroom, we carry organic mattress protectors that are breathable, waterproof, washable, and free of harmful chemicals. If you're investing in an organic or natural mattress, don't cover it with plastic. Protect your new mattress the right way.

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