EBay Protect your mattress and yourself with our mattress encasements. Recommended for: homes with existing or potential bed bug infestation; families with small children, pet owners, people with certain medical conditions (incontinence, asthma, allergies), women nursing in bed, women pregnant in the last trimester, those who purchased a new mattress and don't want to void its warranty. Made for standard 78"x80" King size mattresses of 6-9 in. Deep (can stretch from 6 up to 9 in.). Since the depth of mattresses varies greatly make sure you measure the depth of your mattress before ordering. Place a hard ruler on the bottom edge of the mattress or box spring and measure to the highest point. Make sure that the highest point includes the height of the pillow-top mattress and not just to the edge of the mattress top. Protects all sides: Protects against allergens, dust mites, bed bugs, bacteria and fluids. The best way to protect your mattress and bedding from bed bug infestation is to put on the encasement before any threat of bed bugs occurs in your home.  If you have an existing bed bug problem, do not remove the encasement for at least 18 months. Bed bugs are able to lie dormant for up to 18 months, and they will again be a problem and feed off of you if the encasement is removed too early. Mattress encasements protect your mattress and reduce potential hiding places but they are not the sole treatment for bed bugs as they can be all over your room including walls, furniture, cracks and crevices. Encasements are used as part of an integrated pest management approach, which should also include powders, sprays, steaming, interceptors and multiple treatments. Signs of infestation may include: itchy skin welts on your body; tiny dark spots on your sheets, mattress or box spring which are their fecal droppings; dried remains of shed bed bug skins. Waterproof. Smooth & soft polyester fabric with 0.02Mm breathable waterproof membrane underneath. The waterproof membrane allows circulation of air but stops moisture from reaching the mattress. Protects your mattress from perspiration, urine, blood, oil from skin & makeup, accidental spills, nursing leaks and helps protect warranty of your mattress. The cost of this protector is inconsequential compared to the cost of replacement of your mattress. Does not change the feel of your mattress or the comfort of your bed. Does not feel slippery if used with a fitted sheet. Hypoallergenic. Blocks dust mites, allergens (eg pollen), bacteria, mildew, mold, dirt, pet dander and dead skin cells from getting into the mattress. Dust mites feed on dead skin cells and animal dander. They usually stay in the mattress and their feces is the main cause of allergies and asthma. Mattress protector (5 sided protection) or encasement (6 sided protection) help control dust mites. No toxic chemicals. Free from Vinyl, PVC, Phthalates, fire retardants and other toxic chemicals. Breathable. Encasement allows air to pass through keeping you nice & cool. You won't wake up drenched in sweat. Recommended to use with a breathable fitted sheet (made of cotton, linen or silk but not microfiber). Heavy duty. Durable polyester fabric, seams are double stitched, strong zipper. Easy to remove & clean. Zippers on three sides for easy installation and removal. Machine washable and dryable. Wrinkle resistant. Noiseless. No crackling sound when moving. If the protector feels loud, please wash it. Care. It is best to wash before using. Wash with the zipper open. Wash with cold or hot water using normal household detergents that do not contain bleach. No dry cleaning. Tumble dry on LOW heat together with bed sheets, towels or other clothing. Do not iron. Before putting the mattress encasement always ensure the mattress is fully dry. The encasement is 100% waterproof so naturally it will stop any wetness from escaping the encasement and can cause mold to grow inside your mattress. Installation: 1. Remove the mattress from the bed and hold it upright. 2. Unzip the mattress encasement on all three sides and wrap the short, unzippered side over the top of the standing mattress. 3. Slowly pull the encasement down so that both sides of the mattress are covered, and begin closing the zipper. 4. Place the mattress on the bed to finish closing the zipper. Warranty. We offer 10 year guarantee against manufacturing and fabric defects. Fast FREE shipping.