How Dust Mite-Proof Covers Can Alleviate Allergies

Dust mite-proof covers are specialized covers designed to protect bedding from dust mites. They are typically made from tightly woven fabric that prevents dust mites from passing through.
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Available at home goods stores and online
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Tightly Woven Fabric
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Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

Dust Mite-Proof Covers FAQ


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What are the best dust mite covers?

These are the best dust mite covers: The Most Popular Mattress Cover: SafeRest Premium Mattress Protector The Most Popular Pillow Protectors: AllerEase Zippered Pillow Protectors The Most Protective Mattress Cover: SureGuard Mattress Encasement The Most Waterproof Mattress Cover: UltraBlock Waterproof Mattress Protector

Are dust mite-proof pillow and mattress covers right for You?

Dust mites are microscopic creatures that can live in your bedding and carpets and feed on this skin. Sound icky? It does explain why dust mite -proof pillow and mattress covers are your first line of defense against dust allergies! Dust mites are everywhere -- anywhere there are people or animals, warm temperatures, and high humidity.

What are the different types of dust mite mattress covers?

Generally speaking, there are two styles of dust mite mattress covers: those that look similar to standard protectors with a fitted elastic hem, and mattress encasements, which zip to enclose the mattress completely from all sides.

Do you need a dust mite cover?

People who are sensitive to dust mites generally react to the proteins in the waste that they leave behind or in the carcasses of dead dust mites. In order for a dust mite cover to be effective, it needs to be woven tightly enough to trap dust mites completely and prevent them from accessing their food source.

What is a dust mite proof bedding Barrier cover?

Available for Pillows Duvets, Mattresses and Cushions Our Classic dust mite proof bedding barrier covers are our value range of barrier covers. They are made from microfibre with a very close weave so that dust mite and other allergen cannot get out of your bedding.

What makes a good dust mite cover?

In order for a dust mite cover to be effective, it needs to be woven tightly enough to trap dust mites completely and prevent them from accessing their food source. Top-selling mattress protectors and pillow covers use different types of fabrics including cotton, polyester, bamboo, or microfiber.

How do I protect my family from dust mites?

Dust Mite allergen causes allergic reactions and is a major trigger for asthma, rhinitis and eczema. Protect your family with our hypoallergenic dustmite proof barrier covers for your pillows, duvets and mattresses. Choose protective bedding covers in 100% pure cotton, breathable microfibre, or terry cotton with a breathable waterproof backing.

Do dust mite covers really work?

Dust mite covers really work. One study found that some kids with asthma need less asthma medicine when they used mattress and pillow covers. Tests of their mattresses showed that dust mites colonies there dwindled. But never decrease your asthma medicine unless instructed by your doctor.

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