Is the backing solid vinyl? Does it make one sweat, like a vinyl matress pad would?
460023
Yes the back is a type of vinal. It does increase my body temp. My kids don't complain or seem to notice. Not sure if it's the same as a mattress pad.
460024
No, the backing is a very finely knit nylon or polyester. It doesn't seem to make the person sweat, but, of course, this is winter and the weather is fairly cold. Don't know what it would be like in hot weather yet.
460025
No, it is not solid vinyl and it does not cause perspiration. The fabrics involved in the construction are as follows:Outer shell -- 100% vinyl backed polyester (has a nice textured feel to it that is very nice and holds up wellInterlining--65% polyester & 35% rayonLining (next to patient's skin)-- 50% cotton & 50% polyesterThis INVACARE pad is the very same kind of pad used at our local hospital. My husband finda them very comfortable to use. The nurses sent one home with us once, which is the reason I began buying this brand after I experienced how effective it is. It is an excellent product. I hope this helps. No, it is not solid vinyl and it does not cause perspiration. The fabrics involved in the construction are as follows:Outer shell -- 100% vinyl backed polyester (has a nice textured feel to it that is very nice and holds up wellInterlining--65% polyester & 35% rayonLining (next to patient's skin)-- 50% cotton & 50% polyesterThis INVACARE pad is the very same kind of pad used at our local hospital. My husband finda them very comfortable to use. The nurses sent one home with us once, which is the reason I began buying this brand after I experienced how effective it is.... » Read More No, it is not solid vinyl and it does not cause perspiration. The fabrics involved in the construction are as follows:Outer shell -- 100% vinyl backed polyester (has a nice textured feel to it that is very nice and holds up wellInterlining--65% polyester & 35% rayonLining (next to patient's skin)-- 50% cotton & 50% polyesterThis INVACARE pad is the very same kind of pad used at our local hospital. My husband finda them very comfortable to use. The nurses sent one home with us once, which is the reason I began buying this brand after I experienced how effective it is. It is an excellent product. I hope this helps. « Show Less
460026
Yes, the pad caused me to sweat. I used them on my bed during my pregnancy in fear that my water would breaking on the mattress. I reduced the sweating by putting it under the sheet and mattress pad plus a towel as extra layer between me and the pad.
460027
My father cannot express anything but what we feel is, 1. He does not sweat 2. Since he cannot express , most probably the bed pad holds urine couple of times with upper surface not wet as his dress doesn't get wet.
1640045
It has a mat that has a little padding, but it's not an actual mattress. I personally think it's fine :)
1229868
My brother-in-law did not complain about getting sweaty. These mattresses have a padded/zippered cover over them so you are not sleeping directly on the foam. Another reviewer had mentioned that they did not experience overheating on these like they did on other memory foam mattresses. Hope that helps.
429640
Yes, it got super hot. I sleep not, so maybe the other posters sleep cool. Also several said they like it because it reduces their aches and pains--translation sleeps hot, but they like it, as it soothes the muscles. Don't get me wrong it's a great pad, BUT if you sleep hot, or in a hot climate, this thing WILL make you sweat.
1660464
Not at all. I do have a standard mattress pad on it though. Nothing special just to protect the mattress. Very comfortable.
1533702
It is thin. Its about NOT slipping when you're pouring sweat on the mat. Same company makes a thick one. Look on their site. An LuLuLemon makes a think one.
228513
I love the feel but I have it under my mattress pad and sheet. Does not feel hot. I am not using it because I have a child (so I can not say anything about being waterproof!), just using it because I wanted good protection for my new mattress.
1416559
Yes. It is made from microfiber and has a heavy chemical oder. Not sure why my pad smells while it appears no others do...
1537241
I think it's best suited for body sweat (low volumes of liquid).The pad is coated with a rubberized material on the bottom and it is waterproof, but the terry top is very thin. If it were to be a large volume of liquid, it might end up soaking the entire top, which might then drip down on the sides of the mattress.
1420236
No, I don't recall any negative about the sound when you laid on it (and I'm a side sleeper). Again, it was just the sweatiness it caused around and in the ears that bothered me.
1092289
I thought it was hot. I tend to run warm anyway, with night sweats (TMI?) and it seemed the extra padding got extra hot and retained the heat. This is not a complaint about the product - it is well made, extremely plush and cushy. It's just a note that if you're hot and sweaty at night, this isn't one of those magic breathing, wicking matress covers that's going to alleviate any problems and could make it slightly worse. If I weren't a middle aged-woman, I'd give it 5 stars. :)
1916973
Yes it does, so it's solid to hold weight. However, it has a cushioned mattress that goes over solid base, so very comfy. Also, covered in vinyl so easy to wipe clean.
311185
The mat has a rougher side on the back (feels like suede material) and that keeps the pad pretty well in place. My boyfriend uses the pad under his pillowcase and it stays put throughout the night very well. It's also a little heavy so that weighs it down as well (2-3 lbs).
556241
The back goes back as the feet go up. Vinyl but my husband doesn't sweat or stick to it
568537
My husband usually has night sweats, but this does not seem to be an issue with this mattress cover. It is also a great price I looked around quite a bit. I hope this helps.
1270594
You are really going to laugh at this answer. I bought this chilly mat for myself Karen not Gary. I suffer night sweats and this is awesome. I love it wished I had it years ago. And I did buy a small one for our male frech bully he over excites and he has his own fan I have placed his mat in front of his fan and he has started using it more. It works however he seems unsure about laying on it.
1584950
I think it depends on the mattress. If your mattress has a slick, shiny cover, putting baby on that with only a sheet (or a plastic sheet) between feels cold at first and may promote sweating if it doesn't provide enough air circulation. This pad is like a thick layer of dense felt, and - in my personal opinion - seems more comfy than going without it. It's not in any way cushy, though, if that's what you're looking for.