Does this close up over your head so bed bugs can't get in? what's to stop bed bugs if the top is open?
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No, and I don't think I would want to have a sheet that closed so tightly that bedbugs would be sealed out -- if such a thing even exists. Bed bugs are really small, small enough to get through most zippers, etc.
292774
You would need a zippered net to accomplish that...I sprayed mine with Zeet. No problem.
458004
Hello, I'm glad you asked. If you have bugs, the best bet is to get It checked out. Have you been getting bites, such as little red bumps. Unless your bed is completely covered by bugs I would get the top and bottom cover, once on this will keep any bugs from coming out of mattress or box spring. This is not a total solution, so a pest control company is the next step. The one I used did a hepa vacuum and steam cleaned all rooms. A lot of work is involved cleaning clothes and moving things around. If you buy a mattress and don't take care of bugs you will still have a problem. I hope this helps.
1089072
Haven't ever had a problem with bed bugs... This product should help with that tho since it covers the entire matress and the material. Overall I think it's a great product and would serve you well. You will need help getting it on your mattress!
478888
Yes, it is designed to keep bugs, like moths, out. It is even cedar-lined. There are no holes after zippered up. There are three (3) zippers - 1 vertical & 2 horizontal that meet at the very top. Because they are three individual zippers, they do not meet for a complete seal. However, there is a cloth flap that covers the top opening so it protects/covers up that slight opening.
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Unfortunately, the bottom only secures on with some Velcro patches. It hasn't been a problem for what I am using it for, but maybe a very busy animal might be able to figure that out. The bottom secures over the tabs so they are not visible, and pretty much extends to the edges so it is possible with a bed and toys in there it might be okay. I love everything about this so far, but I also wish the bottom zipped on and off.
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If you zoom in on the picture you can see where there are small areas for spider or bugs to get it. It is not air tight. It has not happened to us..so far so good. The top sits in a groove so it is not easy to get off. My son is 2 1/2 and we have to remove it for him. He loves it! Always asks us to play with his sandbox! We love the cover because we have a lot of neighborhood cats (including our own). Hope that helps.
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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. :)
2017995
Has a set of plastic flappers that close by gravity and blow open when turned on. Not a very tight seal but keeps the bugs out.
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Yes it does. The mattress cover open from the bottom of the bed, like a C. Once you pull it over the top of the bed it comes down for a shirt over your head and then you just lay the mattress down and zip it from one side of the bottom to the other. I also recommend using a piece of duct tape to cover the zipper closure after you are done. This is a great cover and worth the money. I hope this is helpful for you.
1007485
Thank you for your question! This door is designed to close with magnets behind your pet which shouldn't make it easy for insects to enter. For added protection, you can always add an additional flap to the door.
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It does not have a lock that you would have to release to lower the top. In the up position the top is balanced past center so the weight of the top holds it open. We haven't had any accidental closures
1977292
It goes over the mattress like a sheet with corners that tuck down under. Mine goes down along the sides but stays in place. Then put the sheet on top of this. I love it. Extra padding under the sheet makes it nicer for better sleeping also.
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As best I recall, it fits over the mattress. I bought this for my granddaughter last May and my husband put it on the bed for her. It was really pretty easy, and she loved getting in it and opening and closing the window flaps. We definitely didn't do anything with the sheets, though, I would have remembered that. I'm sorry my memory is not better on that, but Julie loved it. Hope this helps.
1666184
It fits over top. I have a high end king size mattress with a pillow top. This topper fits over the mattress with no problems and my sheets still fit. It's a great buy and very comfortable. Hope this helps
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For me, In order for it to stay open without having to hold it, I am about 4 inches back from the top of my bed. My dodge 3500 8 foot bed has a reinforcement structure at the top. I hope this helps.
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The bottom is open. You attach it to the bed like you would a fitted sheet. There are poles that go into the top of the tent to give it shape. Fits very nice.
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It closes on the end...by the feet/head. Btw: I've been meaning to review this protector...it saved our mattress from all moisture when our dog had an accident! It was unbelievable! I thought for sure the mattress was a goner! But this protector dispersed the liquid and we were saved!