How to Encase a Mattress
Mattress encasements are useful for many reasons. From preventing allergic reactions, mites and bed bugs, they also help to protect your mattress from spills and other accidents. Follow these tips to learn how to effectively encase your mattress. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Choose the right encasement by deciding what you'd like to prevent. For preventing parasites, you will likely need a vinyl or plastic cover with a zipper. For allergen prevention, a 100 percent cotton encasement may work best and save money in the short term.
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Know where to shop. Multi-purpose stores that sell various items may carry the products, but for high quality and more selection, it may be best to go to a store that specializes in home decor and maintenance.
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Start to encase the mattress by having a person help you maneuver. Stand up the mattress and start to apply the encasement from the top. Move it down slowly to prevent tears.
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Once the encasement has reached the end of the mattress, rotate the mattress to the left to stand it on its side. Begin to zip the cover.
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Repair any holes in the encasement caused by applying with duct tape if it's plastic. Sit the mattress back unto the frame.
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Tips & Warnings
Having someone helps you usually works best even if you think you can get the task done by yourself.
