Dust Mite Mattress Cover
Do dust mite covers work?
Dust mite covers are effective in reducing exposure to dust mites and their allergens by encasing mattresses, pillows, and duvets with a tightly woven fabric that dust mites cannot penetrate. With a pore size typically less than 10 microns, these allergen-impermeable covers can significantly decrease the amount of dust mite allergens in the sleeping environment.
For best results, combining the use of dust mite covers with other dust mite elimination strategies, such as washing bedding in hot water, maintaining low humidity levels, and using a HEPA filter vacuum, is recommended.
How do dust mite covers work?
Dust mite covers work effectively by encasing mattresses in a tightly woven fabric barrier that prevents dust mites and their allergens from coming into contact with the sleeper. With pore sizes smaller than 10 microns, these covers effectively block the passage of dust mite fecal matter and body fragments, which are common triggers for allergies and asthma. The material of these covers is designed to be breathable for comfort while also being durable enough for regular washing.
Can you wash dust mite covers?
Clean or steam the encasement every three to six months if it's being used together with a mattress protector that gets washed weekly alongside your bed sheets. Keep it away from bleach, high temperatures. Ironing is not recommended.
How often should you wash dust mite mattress covers?
Dust mite covers (encasements) should be washed or steamed once every 3 to 6 months, especially when they are used alongside a mattress protector that is regularly washed weekly with your bed linen.