my daughter is going to college living in a dorm, is this what I need or do I just need a mattress pad or both? University of Michigan
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Both, if the bed has a mattress and a box spring. Idea is to enclose the elements of the bed that bugs can hide in. So, check and see how the bed is made, sometimes dorms might just have a mattress on a frame so there's more storage underneath.
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My daughter is attending a college dorm as well. This is for the mattress and it also fitted the mattress toppe(pad for top of mattress) we bought. It has a zipper and velcro clousure. Used today. Very nice!
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If you are worried because she has allergies or afraid of bedbugs Then you need the mattress cover. If its just for comfort or to protect the mattress then get the pad. I would get both.
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this will just protect the mattress and mattress pads typically add comfort to the mattress. This is just a slip cover that zips over the mattress
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It depends. Not all dorms use XL twins. I would check with the university first. We used the mattress cover and then a mattress pad on top. The mattress cover is a thin barrier for allergies/bed bug issues, while a mattress pad adds some cushioning.
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These encasements will protect against bugs and insects from biting. Bed Bugs are a huge problem in dorms.A soft mattress pad for additional comfort may be used to cover the encasements. The encasements also provide a fluid barrier. For easy installation, stand the mattress on end and simply zip on the encasements
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You should not need a mattress pad unless her mattress is uncomfortable without one.
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You use a fitted sheet on top of it. I hear rustling every now and then, but the mattress pad doesn't make you sweat. It's a great product if you have a toddler who on occasion has an accident at night. The mattress cover will save your mattress.
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The pad is 2 inches thick and it is slightly smaller than my queen mattress. It is not a significant difference though. Ordering a larger size may be the answer if you are concerned about it being to small
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No, I don't think you need one. I like a low bed, so I just set my mattress on the floor and it felt fine.
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I would say you'd need an orthopedic type pad. The mattress isn't very padded or comfortable.
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No - a mattress isn't necessary. (I think the manufacturer states specifically don't add anything to the set-up.) I used a Carter's bassinet sheet, and that worked perfectly. Other than that, you're good to go!
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I don't think it needs one. It cleans up easily. But mattress pads do make for quicker clean up especially in the middle of the night.
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No but it depends on what you prefer. It is not intended to be a mattress pad, it is to protect the mattress from bugs and fluids.
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Im perfectly content with the 6" mattress myself. Many a nights it is slept on actually. So I guess if you want it extra chushy then maybe get the pad too, but I think the mattress is very comfortable.
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I didn't purchase a mattress pad but did purchase a Graco quilted playard sheet. It was made for the Pack 'n Play.
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I wrap the pad with a crib sheet that my daughter is used to and instead of putting it underneath, I just put it inside. She sleeps great in it while camping and on vacation!
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We use it as just a guard. It's pretty thin, but we have a big memory foam mattress, so there is no need for a pad. I personally would use it as a pad.
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I personally don't use a mattress pad, just wipe it clean and let it air dry.
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It's okay for a night, for longer you might want a mattress pad. It is a great spare mattress! It's our second one and I would definitely buy a third!
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It may be a little big for a full size bed -- don't they sell a full/double size? Anyway, as far as I would be concerned -- YES, I'd go ahead and get the queen if they had no double, because sheets these days are so big they'd have no problem covering the excess pad. It IS an absolutely WONDERFUL mattress pad/protector.
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There is jo need for a mattress pad unless you want a softer top. This matters is very firm. Also very think so adding another 2 to 3 inches would make it even thicker. Think about that when buying sheets. Putting a top would make the gel useless. Buy the 10 inch mattress if you want to put a topper.
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I use sheets. I use two mattress for sleeping with my daughter. For two, queens size sheets is enough.