Choosing the right bed bug mattress and pillow covers is crucial for effective prevention and management of bed bug infestations. Here are key factors to consider when selecting new mattress covers to prevent bed bugs!
1. Full Encasement
When choosing linens for bed dressing, it is important to implement mattress protectors and encasements into your purchasing decision. There are plentiful amount of benefits with mattress encasements including bed bug protection as well as hygiene purposes, antimould, and prevents unpleasant odors. A mattress encasement reduces potential hiding spots and prevents bed bugs from entering or escaping to cause further infestation.
2. Sealing and Zippers
Ensuring a high quality mattress encasement will determine the effectiveness of bed bug prevention and chances of infestation. It is important to purchase covers with high quality zippers and reinforced seams. Strip seals protect the zipper, ensuring a tight seal. A tight seal prevents bed bugs from sneaking through crevices, which is crucial for containing existing infestations and preventing them!
3. Material
Common materials for mattress protectors and encasements are polyester or vinyl. This is because they are highly durable, tightly woven fabrics to function as bed bug proof, also they are strong enough to withstand frequent washing. By having high quality and durable material ensures long-lasting protection and maintains the integrity of the cover over time.
4. Breathability and Comfort
Comfort is a top priority when it comes to a bed setup. With that it is important to use breathable fabrics in order to promote air circulation. This can help prevent the cause of bed bugs as well as other unpleasant issues like; bad odors, staining, mold and bacteria buildup. Hypoallergenic materials are also beneficial for those with allergies.
5. Size and Fit
The size and fit of a mattress protector/encasement plays an important part in preventing bed bugs. Making sure that the cover fits your mattress snugly by measuring your mattress and choosing the correct size. Poorly fitted encasements can leave gaps for bed bugs to settle.
6. Maintenance and Care
Frequent cleaning of bed linens prevents beg bugs from occurring. With this in mind, it is important to purchase protectors/encasements that are easy to clean and maintain. Most linens are machine washable as well as the common polyester/vinyl materials helps extend their lifespan. This easy maintenance ensure that the protectors remain effective overtime.
With that been said, these six ways will help you select a bed bug mattress cover that provides effective protection and peace of mind, as well as help keep your hospitality business in tip top shape! Here at Boston Textile, we over a variety of mattress and pillow protectors/encasements. They fit the standards of this list ensuring that your business will be pesky bug proof!
