does anyone know what the waterproof layer IS made of? so in the description it says the "ultra thin waterproof layer" is no vinyl/pvc; no phthalates; no latex...does anyone know what it IS?
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I think it is the "food grade" polypropylene, which does not instill confidence in me. Even allegedly "safe" food grade polypropylene (LDPE) is not considered safe by research scientists. Better to use a wool puddle pad.
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I agree with BVI Empress - the package says it is phthalate free, but it has a strong unpleasant chemical odor that did not dissipate with cleaning or airing out of package. Anything that smells like vinyl siding has no business in my vagina, imho. That, plus the size and uncomfortable stiffness of the thing (way too large and unyielding), is why I tossed mine in the trash a few days ago.
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there is some non organic materials in it. that is one of the only ways to make it a water proof cover. I have two of these covers. the outer/top layer is very think organic fabric. the inner, the part that comes incontact with the mattress is the non organic part. Overall I would recommend this product.
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Hi Kristen, We only use food grade materials in our products and partnered with a manufacturer to make a BPA-free product, which also happens to be phthalate free. Happy ordering! And for more information if you're curious (as I am!): I'm pretty sure you can't use phthalates in US food product manufacturing. Our product is polyester (for flexibility), nylon (for durability) and a food grade sealant. Polyester (sometimes called PET) is a bit of a misnomer because people can confuse it with a phthalate due to its chemical name. I decided to get to the bottom of this and found several helpful sources in my own research. Perhaps you'd be interested in reading this one: http://www.petcore-europe.org/content/does-pet-contain-phthalates or this one: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1367856/ Best, Brandon
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There is no PVC, Vinyl, Pthalates, or latex in the membrane in the center. Hope that helps.
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I can't say from experience, but the whole product is designed to be waterproof. I see that it is waterproof vinyl or plastic covered on top with a nice soft material.
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This product is made of PVC which is a non-phthalate body-safe material. It also includes Doc Johnson's antibacterial Sil-A-Gel formula.
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They say its 100% polyester. It feels like a regular sheet to the touch. It does not make any noise! Such a relief from those loud vinyl ones that sound like you are sleeping on a bunch of plastic bags. It serves its waterproof purpose as my 2 year old has tested (unfortunately). Easy to clean (spot clean or machine wash) and I can't imagine not having it. It will keep all of our new mattresses clean and good as new! I bought 3 of them already.
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Hello Julia. The Vintex backing is from Vintex Inc. According to their website, the backing appears to be made from a high quality PVC = Polyvinyl Chloride (=vinyl). Whenever you see the term "vinyl", be aware that someone may be referring to a variation, e.g. Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) or Polyethylene Vinyl Acetate (PEVA, a copolymer of polyethylene and EVA). Per the Vintex Website: 1. Vintex products are latex and BPA free 2. Vintex products do not contain any of the 38 chemicals listed in the REACH regulations. (reference EC 1907/2006, updated December 15, 2010) 3. Vintex barriers are phthalate free; they contain no DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIDP and DnOP. Certified to be compliant with CPSIA hthalate guidelines. The majority of offshore barriers we have tested use one or more of these as their primary plasticizer! 4. Vintex barriers are lead and heavy metal free to Safe Guard Barrier System standards. I recommend you go to the Vintex.com website and select "Healthcare and Institutional" under the "Products" pull-down menu. Within the text you'll find two PDF files with comprehensive information about their backing material.
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It's definitely just a waterproof protective layer - would not purchase it if you are solely looking for more comfort. Just remember that baby mattresses are supposed to be firm (and babies will sleep just fine). This layer is made really well though - not flimsy like some other brands. We are very happy with it!
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It's made of a nylon-like fabric. I wouldn't expect it to be waterproof, I use a liner with it.
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Yes, it is not 100% Vinyl as advertised, it is actually 100% PVC as it says on the package when you receive it. It has a horrible toxic smell, returned after one shower (never felt so dirty). DO NOT BUY THIS.
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This item is made of PVC, sometimes referred to as jelly. It is a plastic made more flexible and soft. Thank you for shopping with Vert Delivery!
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Sorry, not sure. It is definitely not vinyl. Some type of fabric, my guess would be nylon
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Hi. I'm writing from Naturepedic. Your question is answered on our website. I'm quoting it here for you. "DrySleep technology effectively blocks liquids from passing through the fabric while still allowing the material to "breathe." This is achieved by allowing a certain amount of water vapor (similar to humidity naturally found in the air) to pass through. This results in less "sweaty backs" and a drier, more comfortable sleep. Vinyl/PVC, latex, and rubber, on the other hand, are comparatively "sweaty" - they block all moisture from passing through, creating a more uncomfortable sleeping environment. Drysleep uses a specially formulated polyurethane waterproof barrier that is proven to not leach harmful chemicals. It is made from the same grade material as is required for food contact applications. It also meets the highest standards for medical device biocompatibility (USP Class VI). It does not contain any fire retardants or antimicrobial treatments and is free of vinyl/PVC, phthalates and latex. It also easily passes the GREENGUARD "Gold" certification standards for chemical emissions. With a Naturepedic organic mattress pad, you never have to worry about harmful chemicals or allergenic materials. "
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I really have no idea about the vinyl vs rubber but I can tell you that in less than one year it leaked through. It was washed and dried often.
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It's made of food grade polyurethane (according to their website). No waterproofing is organic, but you have to decide if the trade off is worth it for you. Honestly, I'm still back and forth on this myself! From my research, this does seem to be the best (or one of the best) organic waterproof mattress pads out there.