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Is Mattress Pad needed

MercysMom — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 19:28:18 GMT

I'm hoping someone can help me resolve my issue. I purchased a new mattress which was delivered today. I did not get it from QVC. It's air cool memory foam on top of coils. Here's my question. This mattress is supposed to sleep cooler. I purchased the $100 tencel protector sheet they push on you and now after reading some of the reviews, I'm not so sure I want/need it. Some of the reviews by "older" folks say it makes the bed hot. I have animals, but if they get on my bed, it's made up so I don't think any mess will get on the mattress. Do I really need it? Once I take it out of the package, they won't take it back so I can't try it first.

Re: Is Mattress Pad needed

NickNack — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 19:30:50 GMT

I just bought a new mattress, and it came with a waterproof mattress protector. They said the warranty wasn't any good if you weren't using a mattress protector. I've always used one anyway.

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athenian — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 19:35:31 GMT

When I got a new mattress the salesman told me to be sure and get a protector, because the least little thing would void the warranty. I still remembered the glass of iced tea that went all over the bedroom, including the bed, when I was young, so I followed his advice.

However, with a cool technology mattress, I'd double-check with the mattress store, and the manufacturer.

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Citrine1 — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 19:35:38 GMT

I think it's a good idea to use one, because you just never know what could happen. You may think nothing will ever spill or your pet won't have an accident, but that's just when it does.

I was in the middle of changing my bed one day and my grandson was visiting. He came in my bedroom to say he didn't feel well and projectile vomit came spewing forth and got all over my mattress pad.

I think you'll be glad to have the added protection.

Re: Is Mattress Pad needed

Imadickens — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 19:37:47 GMT

My sil is in the mattress business. If you stain a mattress the warranty is automatically voided! I think I'd stay with the pad, but I'll ask him and get back to you!

Re: Is Mattress Pad needed

Imadickens — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 19:41:53 GMT

@MercysMom wrote:
I'm hoping someone can help me resolve my issue. I purchased a new mattress which was delivered today. I did not get it from QVC. It's air cool memory foam on top of coils. Here's my question. This mattress is supposed to sleep cooler. I purchased the $100 tencel protector sheet they push on you and now after reading some of the reviews, I'm not so sure I want/need it. Some of the reviews by "older" folks say it makes the bed hot. I have animals, but if they get on my bed, it's made up so I don't think any mess will get on the mattress. Do I really need it? Once I take it out of the package, they won't take it back so I can't try it first.

Ok, sil says it depends on the liner. Some (I think he said most) liners are now breathable and made to go with the cool mattresses. Of course, it depends on the one they sold you! I'd call the store and find out if they sold you the right one!

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Lipstickdiva — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 19:50:44 GMT

As so many others have said, make sure to check the warranty. DH and I also purchased a new set about a year and a half ago and we were told that you had to use a mattress pad or the warranty would be voided. Regardless of what was wrong with the bed, if you try to make a warranty claim and there is a stain on it, the warranty is voided.

Also word of advice, don't be so sure your dog's mess wouldn't go through everything, depending on the size of your dog. I had a boxer that started to have issues when she got older. I made her sleep on top of a thick throw which was on top of a down alternative comforter, blanket, flat sheet, fitted sheet plus a mattress pad. She had an accident and I didn't know it until the next morning. No lie, it soaked through all of that to my mattress!!!!

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JeanLouiseFinch — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 20:17:44 GMT

Personally, I would never think of NOT using a mattress pad, but there's a difference in a mattress pad and what you bought, a protector. If you purchased your mattress from an actual brick and mortar store, they do insist on you purchasing their protector in order to maintain your warranty. If you don't buy it, your warranty is voided. The waterproof protector is for more than just a barrier doggie accidents, though, they're for spilling accidents and assorted bodily fluids from people too.

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ChynnaBlue — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 20:29:23 GMT

I'd ask more about the $100 Tencel sheet. Tencel isn't waterproof on its own, so it must be treated with something. I know clothing made from Tencel is usually more expensive. Seems like you could find a cheaper cover without the Tencel. Did you ask them what the purpose of the $100 Tencel sheet is?

And is it a sheet, a mattress protector, or a mattress pad? I don't think those are the same thing.

Re: Is Mattress Pad needed

mima — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 20:33:22 GMT

I sell mattresses like that in my furniture store and I also sell the protectors. You need one that is breathable AND waterproof. Also if you want to "feel" the mattress you need the protector very thin more like a sheet and not a "Pad".

I sell Malouf brand and they can be found on Amazon I think.

Hope that helps.

Re: Is Mattress Pad needed

Lipstickdiva — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 21:01:12 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
Personally, I would never think of NOT using a mattress pad, but there's a difference in a mattress pad and what you bought, a protector. If you purchased your mattress from an actual brick and mortar store, they do insist on you purchasing their protector in order to maintain your warranty. If you don't buy it, your warranty is voided. The waterproof protector is for more than just a barrier doggie accidents, though, they're for spilling accidents and assorted bodily fluids from people too.

That's not true of every store. The store we purchased from just said it must have a protector/matrress pad on it. I specifically asked. The sales associate as well as our warranty information pretty much used the terms mattress protector and mattress pad interchangeably. The biggest thing was that the mattress couldn't be stained or the warranty was voided.

Re: Is Mattress Pad needed

JeanLouiseFinch — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 21:28:52 GMT

@Lipstickdiva wrote:
@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
Personally, I would never think of NOT using a mattress pad, but there's a difference in a mattress pad and what you bought, a protector. If you purchased your mattress from an actual brick and mortar store, they do insist on you purchasing their protector in order to maintain your warranty. If you don't buy it, your warranty is voided. The waterproof protector is for more than just a barrier doggie accidents, though, they're for spilling accidents and assorted bodily fluids from people too.
That's not true of every store. The store we purchased from just said it must have a protector/matrress pad on it. I specifically asked. The sales associate as well as our warranty information pretty much used the terms mattress protector and mattress pad interchangeably. The biggest thing was that the mattress couldn't be stained or the warranty was voided.

OK, if you want to be picky, maybe not every store, but it is usually strongly suggested and shoppers will feel the pressure to buy in order to not void the warranty. At least that was our experience when purchasing a mattress about 4 yrs. ago and friends have experienced the similar kind of "suggestion", but at different stores. For literature or a sales associate to use the words "pad" and "protector" interchangeably is deceptive and misleading. The name "protector" describes what the item is doing. A pad isn't always waterproof so if something gets through the mattress could get stained and void the warranty.