Waterproof mattress covers protect expensive mattresses from fluids, make cleaning between patients faster and help care teams maintain hygiene routines. But not every cover suits every bed. This guide explains what to look for when choosing covers for hospitals, nursing homes and care facilities.
1. Start with the membrane
Most institutional covers use a fabric laminated or coated with polyurethane (PU). The PU layer forms the waterproof barrier that keeps blood, infusion fluids and urine away from the mattress core. Ask for the fabric weight (for Libacce PU covers this is typically 120–300 g/m²) and whether the construction is vapour-permeable, which helps reduce heat and moisture build-up for the patient.
2. Choose the right construction
- Full encasement: encloses the whole mattress with a zipper and gives the most complete protection.
- Fitted cover: faster to change, protects the top and sides.
- Stretch: two-way stretch fabrics follow the mattress surface and reduce wrinkles under the patient.
3. Check the closure
Zipper position matters. A zip on two sides makes fitting easier on adjustable hospital beds, while a covered or flap-protected zipper helps keep fluids out of the seam area.
4. Plan cleaning and laundering
Covers should be easy to wipe clean between uses and suitable for washing. Always follow the care label and your facility’s infection-control procedures for temperatures and cleaning agents.
5. Get the size right
Hospital, care and incubator mattresses rarely share one standard size. Measure length, width and depth of the mattress, including any profiled or pressure-relief mattresses, and order covers made to those dimensions.
6. Think about volume and branding
For distributors and larger facilities, custom colours, labelling and packaging can be added. Working directly with a manufacturer makes it easier to align specifications, samples and delivery schedules.
Summary
The best waterproof mattress cover combines a reliable PU barrier, the right construction for your beds, a practical zipper, easy cleaning and accurate sizing. Explore Libacce PU mattress covers or request a quote with your mattress sizes and quantities.