Preventing the Slippage of a Mattress Pad

A mattress topper is an adjunctive item that can alter the feel of your mattress. If your mattress is either too firm or too soft, you can use a mattress topper to find your ideal level of support and relaxation. One common criticism of sleep aids is that they aren't stable enough; nobody wants a mattress topper that slides around all night.

You may have trouble sleeping because your mattress topper keeps moving around. Budget toppers often lack the technologies used by more upscale bedding manufacturers to keep their toppers in place. However, you shouldn't worry, because our manual provides advice on how to keep your mattress topper from slipping.

The Cause of Sliding Mattress Toppers

The topper will stay in place on the mattress if the base is solid and there is enough friction between the two layers.

Mattress toppers can slide off for a variety of reasons, including a too-smooth cover, an absence of a headboard and footboard, an improper fit, or an unsteady foundation.

The Silky Quilting of a Mattress Cover

Possible lack of friction due to the mattress cover makes for poor grip. The weave of the fabric determines how smooth the mattress cover will be. It is possible for a topping to slide off of both natural and synthetic materials due to their smooth surfaces.

Lacking a Bed's Headboard and Footboard

To prevent your mattress topper from creeping up or down the bed, make sure it is touching both the headboard and the footboard. Headboards and footboards, however, won't stop the topper from shifting laterally.

Sizing Disagreement

Depending on the circumstances, your mattress topper may be too big or too small for your bed. Because of the imbalance caused by this mismatch, the top is liable to fall off.

Fragile Foundation

The mattress and topper can slide around on the floor if the bed frame is too light. The bed frame won't move around as much if you keep an area rug at its feet to absorb noise and provide traction.

Preventing Slipping: Methods

Examine the mattress pad to see if it has a system that will prevent it from shifting around. You can increase the grip of your mattress topper by using a tightly fitted sheet, sheet straps, velcro system, non-skid mat, carpet tape, safety pins, or duct tape.

Try a snug-fitting fitted sheet.

When using a mattress topper, a tightly fitted sheet can help prevent the two from moving around. If you can't find a fitted sheet deep enough to cover your mattress and topper, you can use a flat sheet instead. However, this is only a stopgap measure, as too much motion could loosen the hold, resulting in the topper shifting.

When used properly, a fitted sheet can create enough friction to keep a mattress topper in place. Use a fitted sheet to cover your mattress, and then top it with a comforter. At last, you can cover the topper with a flat sheet and tuck it neatly under the mattress.

Straps for holding sheets to the bed or sheet holders

Straps for sheets are elasticized bands that fit under a mattress to prevent the sheet from becoming wrinkled. Tight sheets keep the mattress and topper from moving around on the bed.

It's a Velcro System

The topper won't move if you attach it to the mattress with velcro strips sewn in or taped along the perimeter.

Safety Mat

Put a non-slip mat between your mattress and topper, just like you would in the shower, to prevent falls. Specifically, they adhere well to the soft layers of latex and memory foam mattresses. The topper stays in place thanks to the non-slip mat's uneven surface, which increases grip.

Taped-Down Carpeting

To keep a topper in place, you can use the same double-sided tape that keeps your carpet from moving around on the floor. It is recommended to use carpet tape to secure the mattress and topper together along the perimeter.

For your own protection: safety pins

Using safety pins to attach the mattress and topper is the most practical method. Assembling the mattress and pad with the pinning method is quick and simple. Use at least five large safety pins per side of the bed (exact number will vary with size of mattress).

Duct Tape

Any mattress and topper can be held together with just duct tape. The superglue binds the mattress topper to the mattress. Mattresses can be damaged by using liquid or spray adhesive, so avoid it if possible.

In order to help you get some much-needed rest, we created the Amerisleep Lift® Mattress Topper.

Amerisleep's Lift® mattress toppers come in either a Comfort or Support firmness, depending on your preference. Our Comfort Lift® makes for a more cushioned night's rest, while our Support Lift® makes for a more sturdy one. Each topper has our MicroGrip® technology sewn into the bottom to keep it from sliding around on the mattress without damaging the cover.

Costs associated with Purchasing an Amerisleep Lift® Mattress Pad

Size Cost of Lift® Twin $199 Twin XL $249 Full $279 Queen $299 King $349 The Reigning King of California $349

FAQs

How thick of a mattress topper is best?

Your sleeping position will determine the ideal thickness of your mattress topper. Coverings are typically between 2 and 4 inches thick.

Most people find that sleeping on their backs or bellies provides the most support, while those who sleep on their sides or a combination of the two need a softer surface. A thinner mattress topper will be ideal if you sleep on your back or stomach, as it will provide the necessary contouring and support without being too bulky.

It's been found that those who sleep on their side or their stomach benefit from mattress toppers that are a little bit thicker, as the extra padding provides welcome relief for the hips and shoulders.

Can a mattress pad be used instead of a regular mattress?

When used alone, mattress toppers can't provide enough padding for comfort. Instead, they are meant to be used in conjunction with a good mattress to add an extra layer of cushioning or support for increased relaxation (a mattress topper should not be used with a mattress that lacks support, as it will sag in the same places as the bed). The lack of a substantial comfort layer in an innerspring makes a mattress topper all the more useful for those who sleep on it.

Should you be concerned that safety pins will rip up your mattress?

A larger safety pin will not rip your mattress. They won't ruin your bed if you use them sparingly and space them evenly along the edges and sides. When making a larger bed, you should use more safety pins so that the weight is distributed evenly.

Where can I find a rough price range for mattress toppers?

Depending on size and construction, mattress toppers can cost anywhere from to $500. Memory foam, gel memory foam, latex, down, and cotton are some of the materials used to make them.

Conclusion

When you slide around on your mattress, it can be very uncomfortable. Check for a fastening system, like velcro, in a new mattress topper before you buy it.