unlike mattress encasement, it is not written that it is bed bug proof, is it?
1974079
I use this product to protect from allergens which it does. Bed bugs were not a concern when I purchased it and does not state it in the packaging.
1974080
No it isn't written on the package to protect against bedbugs,, but they do help the situation a whole lot.
50850
Yes it is water proof. Now I just recently purchased my mattress encasements, but it help up well for the first wash.
1135339
It doesn't specifically mention bedbugs, but the MSDS *does* specifically say this product is NOT for indoor residential use. I'm sure you could haul the mattress outside and treat it there, but it's still going to stink to high heaven for days to come. I don't have any first hand experience with bedbugs, but I have two kids and we had to do the lice thing once. We went into full decontamination mode in the house. I suspect bedbugs are no different and may be even more persistent. Simply spraying the mattress will probably *not* be enough and you will need to vacum, wash, spray, bag and lots of other things to permanently rid yourself of them. It doesn't specifically mention bedbugs, but the MSDS *does* specifically say this product is NOT for indoor residential use. I'm sure you could haul the mattress outside and treat it there, but it's still going to stink to high heaven for days to come. I don't have any first hand experience with bedbugs, but I have two kids and we had to do the lice thing once. We went into full decontamination mode in the house. I suspect bedbugs are no different and may be even more persistent. Simply spraying the mattress will probably *not* be enough and you will need to vacum, wash, spray, bag and... » Read More It doesn't specifically mention bedbugs, but the MSDS *does* specifically say this product is NOT for indoor residential use. I'm sure you could haul the mattress outside and treat it there, but it's still going to stink to high heaven for days to come. I don't have any first hand experience with bedbugs, but I have two kids and we had to do the lice thing once. We went into full decontamination mode in the house. I suspect bedbugs are no different and may be even more persistent. Simply spraying the mattress will probably *not* be enough and you will need to vacum, wash, spray, bag and lots of other things to permanently rid yourself of them. « Show Less
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I have had it for a couple of months now. I am not using a mattress pad over the encasement. Unfortunately, when it needs to be cleaned, I think it will be a lot of work. Most mattress pads only cover the top. Because this one covers the whole mattress, it's a lot more work to remove and replace it once it's clean. I am not using the waterproof aspect of the encasement. I am using it because something was making me itch. Not bed bugs... Something else.. I have no idea. You can't see them and there are no bites, just itch. This pad has eliminated the problem.. Thank heaven. :)
523500
I would not think it would. It does not encase the mattress, it fits more like a fitted sheet. Plus it's not plastic, it's breathable material so I'm sure they (bed bugs) could compromise this cover.
1938122
I don't know. Your question inspired me to do a google search, and I found the answer below on this site: http://www.nbcnews.com/id/12133597/ns/dateline_nbc-dont_let_the_bed_bugs_bite/t/your-bed-bug-questions-answered/ QUESTION: A similar question has to do with mattress covers, can they prevent bed bugs? ANSWER: The answer is no. Bed bugs can still get on top of the mattress cover or harbor in the bed frame. The advantage of the mattress cover is that if you already have bed bugs, you can trap them inside the cover and they cannot bite through. If you don't have bed bugs the cover saves you from having to throw out the mattress if you ever get bed bugs.
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I have changed sheets since having my cover. I also have washed the cover. I am still battling the problem but don't see evidence of the bugs on the mattress but do see them on sheets.
305648
No. I didn't wash it because I prefer whatever manufacturer treatments were used in these products. I still have not seen or been bitten nor bothered by any bed bugs.
1089077
I do not have a problem with bed bugs plus my bed is latex/soy which helps too. I use it to keep fluids off the mattress for warranty purposes only. Whenever I travel I keep my luggage off the floor and away from the bed. I also check the bed too in the hotel room. I keep laundry lint sheets inside my luggage. (not sure if using these sheets will help in keeping them away)
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no where on this product does it say that it helps with bed bugs... it helps with dust mites. i am returning the product because it doesn't help with bed bugs. i got pillow protectors from saferest and that product does protect against bed bugs & dust mites.
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No, mine was not waterproof at all. It was essentially a bed sheet. I returned it for this reason and the seller responded to say that they never claimed it was waterproof.
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Golly - I don't honestly know! It protects against mites & bedbugs! I'm 70 & have no bed setters in the house! It is washable (but not dryer). I would suggest putting a piece of plastic under this for safety sake. Sorry I can't be of more help. Or put it on & put the plastic under the mattress pad. It is not easy to put on - takes 2 - 3 people. Preserve it as long as you can!
938337
I do not know . I don't have bed bugs so I cant verify one way or the other. Try it because it really is a wonderful product and it does stop the reproduction capabilities of other bugs and insects so I think its worth a try.
2063848
Kills bed bug Eggs It is safe on mattress and sheets. I use plastic cases on all my pillows and mattress. Reminder you still need to continue with cleaning vacuum monitoring it only takes 1 tiny bug egg. Check your computers and electronics as well, bugs hide nest in those too.
1237208
From the research I did prior to purchase, I gathered that it does protect against bed bugs.
39718
I do not believe it protects against bed bugs and flees. But Borax supposedly does the trick.
1830551
Well, let me start by saying we don't have a bed bug issue in our home. That being said, if we did, there is no way they could make a home in our mattress with this cover. The cover completely protects out mattress, and is sealed really well. There is no way any liquid or bug would be able to get in. Hope this helps.