{"title":"Waterproof mattresses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a waterproof mattress?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA waterproof mattress is a foam or sprung mattress with a waterproof layer built into its cover, so liquid stays on the surface and can be wiped away instead of soaking into the filling. Underneath, you choose it for size and support like any other mattress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern waterproof covers are quieter and more breathable than the crackly plastic sheets many people remember, and under a fitted sheet a waterproof mattress looks like any other bed. They're useful for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotty training:\u003c\/strong\u003e night-time accidents are a normal part of learning to stay dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBedwetting:\u003c\/strong\u003e common in children, and easier to deal with when the mattress stays dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdults:\u003c\/strong\u003e incontinence, illness, or a dog that likes the bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpare rooms and holiday lets:\u003c\/strong\u003e a mattress that's easy to keep clean between guests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWaterproof mattress or waterproof protector: which is better?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA waterproof protector is cheaper and washable, while a waterproof mattress has its protection built in, so there's nothing to forget or put back on after a wash. If accidents are frequent, using both gives you the most protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to compare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWaterproof mattress\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWaterproof protector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhere the waterproofing is\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt into the mattress cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA separate layer under the sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfter an accident\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWipe it down and let it dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWash it, and use a spare meanwhile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to forget?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo, it's always there\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, after every wash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChildren's beds, and anyone who wants nothing to remember\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdding waterproofing to a mattress you already have\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you go for a protector, keep a spare so there's always a dry one ready. Our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mattress-protectors\"\u003emattress protectors\u003c\/a\u003e include waterproof ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre waterproof mattresses good for bedwetting?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA waterproof mattress is a good choice for bedwetting, because a wet night means changing the sheets rather than cleaning or replacing the mattress. Bedwetting is nobody's fault, and a quick, calm change gets everyone back to sleep sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake the bed twice:\u003c\/strong\u003e put a waterproof protector and fitted sheet on the mattress, then a second protector and sheet on top. After an accident, strip the top layer and the bed underneath is dry and ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep a night kit by the bed:\u003c\/strong\u003e spare pyjamas, a towel and a clean sheet, so nobody has to hunt for them in the dark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThink about weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/foam-mattresses\"\u003efoam mattress\u003c\/a\u003e is usually lighter than a sprung one, which helps when you're tucking in sheets in the middle of the night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your child's bedwetting is worrying you or them, or it starts again after a dry spell, talk to your GP. Adults living with incontinence get the same practical benefit: a mattress that wipes clean, with nothing on show under the sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you clean a waterproof mattress?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo clean a waterproof mattress, strip the bedding, wipe the cover with a cloth wrung out in warm, mildly soapy water, then let it dry completely before you remake the bed. Check the care instructions too: some covers can also be removed and washed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe up accidents and spills promptly rather than leaving them until morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid bleach and harsh cleaners, which can damage the waterproof layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever soak the mattress itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet it air dry fully, because damp trapped under bedding can lead to mould.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich waterproof mattress is right for a child?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a child's waterproof mattress the way you'd choose any children's mattress: supportive, usually medium to medium-firm, in the right size for the bed, with the waterproofing as a bonus rather than the deciding factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirmness is shown on a 1 to 10 scale on every mattress page, so you can compare like with like. Most school-age children sleep on a single, 90 x 190 cm (3ft x 6ft3), and our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kids-single-mattresses\"\u003ekids single mattresses\u003c\/a\u003e are a good place to start. On a top bunk or high sleeper, a waterproof mattress still has to sit at or below the maximum mattress line marked on the bed; our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bunk-bed-mattresses\"\u003ebunk bed mattresses\u003c\/a\u003e page explains how to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more choice, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kids-mattresses\"\u003ekids mattresses\u003c\/a\u003e. If you need a waterproof mattress in a size you can't see here, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll check what's available.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"drycomfort-15-waterproof-kids-mattress","title":"DryComfort 15 Waterproof Kids Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DryComfort 15 is a foam mattress with a waterproof cover, for the nights that don't go to plan: potty training, bedwetting, spilled drinks or a poorly tummy. Liquid stays on the surface instead of soaking into the foam, so you can wipe it down, change the bedding and get everyone back to sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the waterproof cover it's built like our ComfortSleep 15: 5 cm of reflex foam over a 10 cm foam base, with no springs, for a medium feel that suits growing children. The cover comes off for washing. It's just as useful in a guest room, a student let or anywhere you'd rather not worry about the mattress underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit your bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 15 cm deep, it suits bunk beds, high sleepers, mid sleepers and cabin beds whose maximum mattress depth is 15 cm or more, as well as day beds and standard single beds. Check your bed's maximum before you order, because the guard rail is designed around it. A European single (90 x 200 cm) is 10 cm longer than a UK single, so choose the size your bed asks for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one-sided, so rotate it rather than flip it. It arrives vacuum packed, rolled and boxed; allow up to 72 hours for it to reach its full shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swann Sleep","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":55002218266962,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT1530","price":199.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55002218299730,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT1540","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55002218332498,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT1546","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small single","offer_id":55002218365266,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT1526","price":169.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shorty","offer_id":55002218398034,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT15SHRT","price":169.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European single","offer_id":55002218430802,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT15EU30","price":199.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European small double","offer_id":55002218463570,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT15EU40","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European double","offer_id":55002218496338,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT15EU46","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1118\/1768\/7378\/files\/DryComfort-15-Waterproof-Mattress-5.jpg?v=1791555536"}],"url":"https:\/\/mattresstown.co.uk\/collections\/waterproof-mattresses.oembed","provider":"Mattress Town","version":"1.0","type":"link"}