What are the 4 major misunderstandings in the use of mattresses

Many people are accustomed to sleeping directly on the mattress or simply spreading a bed sheet (unused quilt), then slowly fall asleep. As everyone knows, the above method of using mattresses is incorrect, which not only affects the use effect and lifespan of the mattress, but also threatens human health. Are you stuck in the following misunderstandings about using mattresses?

Misunderstanding 1: Use the mattress directly

Mattress needs protection before use

Most people know that buying a mattress is a major event in life, and a mattress that is not suitable for you cannot bring good sleep and rest. But did you know that mattresses that are "important" need to be protected before they are used?

Many people don't know much about the concept of "mattress protection". The "artifact" of mattress protection pads only appears in five-star hotels and has not yet "flyed into the homes of ordinary people." But this concept has been very common abroad and has been widely popularized. Adding a protective pad on the mattress has become an essential step in sleep life.

According to the survey, the human body loses about 500ml of water per night on average, and 90% of the water is absorbed by the mattress when sleeping directly on the mattress. In addition, the human body metabolizes about 1.5 million dander cells every day, and ultimately can only "dust" on the mattress. If the mattress is not protected when the mattress is used, the moisture and dander from the human body, as well as the various water and oil stains attached to the skin in life, may penetrate into the mattress, making the mattress dirty and breeding mites and bacteria. The hotbed affects human health.

The use of mattress protection pads prevents direct contact between the human body and the mattress. Regular replacement and cleaning can solve the cleaning problem and avoid using unhygienic mattresses. In addition, the protective pad blocks the direct friction between the mattress fabric and the human body or clothing, and extends the service life of the fabric and its filler layer. Putting a waterproof mattress protector on the baby's bed can help the mattress avoid "suffering" and facilitate cleaning.

Myth 2: Expensive mattresses need protection

All mattresses need to be cherished and protected

You may not have heard the term mattress protector, but the term mattress, bed skirt, bed sheet, and bed cover should not be unfamiliar. These products are all mattress protectors. In other words, as long as it is covered on the mattress and used to protect the mattress, we can collectively call it a mattress protector. The editor understands that many citizens lack the awareness of mattress protection. In interviews, many people think that only expensive mattresses need protection.

Comfortable sleep experts said that from a functional point of view, although one of the purposes of protecting the mattress is to extend the life of the mattress, it is more for the needs of cleanliness and hygiene. Therefore, regardless of whether the mattress is expensive or cheap, it is best to Take protective measures.

Misunderstanding 3: Sheets and quilts are used as mattresses

The protective layer needs to have a certain thickness and good stability

Among the bedding products sold in the market, many sets of products do not match the corresponding bed skirts. In order to save trouble, some families only use sheets or unused quilts as mattresses. In fact, this approach is improper.

As a spacer between the mattress and the human body, the sheet material is too thin and easy to slide, and its protective effect is limited; its material is too thin, and it is difficult to completely block dander and mites. The quilt, as a mattress, is too thick, not only has poor air permeability, but also affects the normal support of the mattress to the human body. Especially for some mattresses with partition functions, the original effect will be greatly reduced.

Misunderstanding 4: Single function of mattress protector

The bed skirt is for the better visual effect of the whole set of bedding, the bed sheet and the bed cover are to prevent the mattress from getting dirty, and the mattress is to make the bed warmer. This is a common understanding of various protective cushions. But in fact, matching mattress protection pads of different thicknesses can also adjust the sleeping feeling of the mattress, promote air circulation, remove moisture, and create a good sleeping environment for you.