How to look after your Emma Mattress cover

Investing in a high-quality mattress cover can save you a lot of money in the long run, so you need to find one that works for you and fits your mattress size. Most mattress covers, including the Emma Mattress Protector, are made of water-resistant materials that still allow for excellent airflow and breathability.

While they are easy to wash, knowing exactly how to wash Emma Mattress covers is crucial to avoid shrinkage. If your Emma Mattress cover shrunk after a wash, worry no longer, as we will provide you with the essential Emma Mattress cover washing instructions in this guide.

How to wash Emma Mattress covers

As with many pieces of clothing, mattress covers need to be washed on the correct setting to avoid any chance of wear, tear or shrinkage. Emma Mattress Protectors are made from 100% polyester, so it should only shrink in the washer under extreme conditions. 

With that being said, there is a recommended way to wash our mattress covers to avoid any chance of it shrinking. We recommend washing any Emma Mattress cover in the washing machine at a cool 40℃. A mild detergent should be the preferred option for polyester mattress covers, but it is your decision as to whether you want to use fabric softener.

As an extra note, you can wash polyester products with both light and dark colours, as it tends to keep its colour well. It should also be washed every two months.

Can I put my Emma Mattress cover in the dryer?

Whether or not something is safe to tumble dry is a question that’s always asked when cleaning and drying bed sheets. Our sleep specialists recommend that you never tumble dry your Emma Mattress cover, as it may lose some of its quality.

The best way to maintain an Emma Mattress Protector is to let it air dry outside on a day with nice weather. If the weather isn’t looking too great, you can dry your mattress cover indoors, near a radiator or dehumidifier.

Other ways to look after your Emma Mattress cover

As well as properly washing and drying your mattress cover, there are other things you can do to keep your mattress cover clean between washes. This includes:

• Avoid eating and drinking in bed - Crumbs and stains are often the main culprit of unclean bedding. Food particles can increase the amount of bacteria that grows in your bed.

• Keep pets away - As much as we love our pets, they can carry a lot of bacteria with them, and malting hair on your mattress cover can lead to more bacteria growing in your bed.

• Keep yourself clean - Sweat can accelerate the shedding and growth of dead skin cells. If you’re clean when you go to bed, it will keep your mattress cover fresher for longer.