Best waterproof mattress protector

The best waterproof mattress protector costs a tiny fraction of what you've paid out for your fancy mattress, so is well worth the outlay. The damage that could be done to your mattress from just one innocent cup of coffee — the stains, the smell, the inconvenience — is well worth protecting against with a matter of fitting an affordable protective layer. Unlike the crinkly options of the past, today's waterproof mattress protectors feel no different from adding an extra sheet under your normal bedding, and some can even make your bed feel cosier. We're taking a look at a selection of the best waterproof mattress protectors available now. 

Highliving's range of waterproof mattress and pillow protectors covers all the main bed types and sizes and even comes in pairs suitable for anyone looking to protect bunk beds. This is an affordable option, with a simple construction of a terry cloth top with a 100% polyurethane barrier layer underneath. This protective layer does need protecting from heat, so can't be washed at high temperatures or ironed. This protector will protect you from any allergens in your mattress while protecting your mattress from any spillage, leaks, or excess sweat.  

Velfont offers a wide range of waterproof mattress protectors for variously sized beds, so it's worth properly measuring yours before you order. The protectors are available from small cot size to even larger than super-kingsize. These protectors are 100% terry cotton that's been given an Aloe Vera treatment, so is kind to sensitive skin. These work like a fitted bed sheet, with an elasticated band to keep them firmly in place. Unlike other protectors that can only be washed at low temperatures, these can handle being machine washed at up to 95-degrees. 

IMFAA offers an impressively large range of waterproof mattress protectors for pretty much any kind of bed. The range also includes waterproof options for standard-size Moses baskets, cribs and cradles, larger cots, and even bigger cot beds. As well as 30cm deep options, IMFAA also offers 40cm deep choices, making them ideal for owners of especially deep, luxurious mattresses. These fit on your mattress like a fitted sheet and have a terry toweling fluffy finish which stays cool in summer and warm in the colder winter months.

Who better to trust to protect your mattress than a top mattress manufacturer? Silent Night's line of mattress protectors is a popular choice for fans of the brand. These are available for single, small double, double, and kingsize beds, and unlike other rival products are available in coloured choices with cream, navy blue, and grey options available. This range is fully waterproof to protect your mattress from any spillages or accidents along with protection from general wear and tear. These have a generous 30cm fitted skirt that hugs around your mattress. 

This is ideal for anyone looking for a textured mattress protector as it has a quilted design. This is a good quality option with an outer layer containing a 233 thread count microfibre material providing you with a super-soft, peach-feel fabric finish. This is available for single, small double, double, kingsize, and super-kingsize beds, but it only has a 25cm deep side skirt, so don't opt for this if you have a particularly deep mattress. This is anti-dust mites, anti-allergenic, waterproof, breathable, and absorbent. This protector is a machine-washable option. 

This is a serious solution for major protection against the kind of liquid spillage you see from incontinence issues. It is available in single and double sizes, both of which have elasticated edges and fit over the entire mattress for maximum coverage. As used in healthcare and care settings, this is made of a latex-free type of flexible plastic that has been treated with an antibacterial and antifungal agent. This is a hygienic choice that is machine washable at 50 degrees Celsius and can also be wiped with a warm detergent solution.

This waterproof sheet is an alternative to a dedicated waterproof mattress protector. This obviously doesn't offer the same tight-fitting protection as a protector, but it does offer the advantage that it can be taken and used anywhere, so is a strong option for parents travelling or going on holiday with children that aren't always dry throughout the night. This has a four-layer construction; a soft organic cotton top surface, a polyester fibre fill layer, a toxin-free, noise-free, and breathable TPU water-resistant layer, and a baby-friendly bamboo fibre finish. This measures 68cm by 99cm. 

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These waterproof mattress protectors will all shield your bed from any kinds of excess liquid. Our overall staff pick, the Highliving waterproof mattress protector, gets the top slot for the extent of its large range of size options that are ideal for everyday use, and its affordable cost.  

If you need extreme waterproof protection for a single or double mattress then consider the NRS Heathcare incontinence care waterproof bedding protector. This is an option suitable for care settings when incontinence is an issue. 

An alternative to a fully-fitted mattress protector is a waterproof sheet. This is a portable option especially suited to travel and ensuring holiday accommodation doesn't get damaged if you have leaky kids. The Yoofoss waterproof sheet is a strong contender in this category.