If you’re already experiencing an infestation, good luck; while bed bugs can be eradicated, the process is time-consuming, difficult, and expensive. Common extermination methods include the use of dangerous chemicals or even enlisting the help of bug-sniffing dogs. Unfortunately, none of these strategies are guaranteed to work, and if you miss even one bug, you’ll be right back where you started.

The best approach is a proactive one. Taking simple precautions to avoid bed bugs in the first place can save you a lot of stress – and money – in the long run. Protecting your bed should be your top priority, as bed bugs like to hide and lay eggs in seams like the ones that run along the edges of your mattress.

Using a bed bug-proof mattress protector is an affordable, easy, and effective method for ensuring that your bed remains free and clear of any unwanted visitors. Your box spring and mattress are full of perfect hiding places preferred by bed bugs. By encasing these items in a protective layer, you’ll be dramatically lowering your chances of contracting any pests. Keep in mind that you will need both a protective cover for your mattress, as well as a separate encasement for your box spring or foundation. It is extremely important to protect both, as covering only one will not provide a continuous barrier and will leave you vulnerable to infestation.

A bed bug-proof mattress cover can also be helpful in cases where bed bugs are already present. Once your mattress and foundation are encased, any bed bugs inside will be trapped, cutting them off from their food source (you), while bugs outside will be unable to get inside to nest and breed. Keep in mind that bed bugs can also live inside the frame of your bed and behind your walls, so while it will likely be necessary to pursue extermination, a protective mattress cover will help speed that process along.

There are several protective mattress cover options available to fit all standard mattress sizes. Most covers and encasements not only protect you from bed bug infestation, but also prevent things like allergens, dust mites, and moisture from settling into your mattress. These covers are a great option for people with sensitive respiratory health, or homes where pet dander may be prevalent.

Considering the increasing occurrences of bed bugs, making a small investment to keep your bed clear is a smart choice. If you’re concerned about bed bugs, then a bed bug-proof mattress cover is an easy, inexpensive way to ensure a hygienic mattress and provide peace of mind.

Is the Serta Pure Response Splendour mattress need a dust mite cover?

Hi Jack-

The latex in the mattress is antimicrobial and dust mite resistant, however there are other foam layers in the mattress which are not. So yes, if you want to resist dust mite growth in the other foam layers of the mattress, you would need a waterproof type of cover like the ProtectABed Premium Mattress Protector.