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Great Barrier Mattress Protector

Is the Great Barrier Mattress Protector waterproof?

When the protector is fully fitted over your mattress, the protector provides a water resistant barrier, so you don't need to worry if you spill liquids on the protector, our clever TPU backing helps prevent the liquid from seeping through to the mat

I have spilt liquid on the protector, what do I do?

The liquid will mainly pool on top of the protector. If there are liquid droplets sitting on top of the protector, it is best to soak the excess liquid off the top by using a cloth or tissue to soak up the extra liquid droplets. Once this has been do

How do I take the protector off to wash it?

The protector is really easy to take off to wash. Find the zipper and unzip this all the way round. The top section of the protector will completely unzip from the bottom. This mean it is really easy to take it off and wash it. Once the top layer has

How do I get the protector back on once I have washed it?

The top section of the protector will zip straight back on to the bottom half. Please see this handy video here which shows you how to zip the top back on.

How can I work out what size mattress protector I need for my mattress?

We offer 2 different depths for our mattress protectors, to make sure you have the best fit for your mattress. We recommend if your mattress is over 30cm high, that you purchase the Deep Fit Great Barrier Mattress Protector option. To find out how de

The fitting seems very tight, have I bought the right size?

We recommend that if your mattress is under 30cm that you purchase our standard depth protector. If your mattress is over 30cm we recommend that you purchase our deep fit protector that stretches up to 37cm. The protector is designed to have a snug f

What are the dots on the bottom of the protector for?

These silicone dots on the bottom side of the protector, are designed to have an extra layer of grip between your bed base and the bottom of the mattress protector. These are to help prevent your mattress moving around while you sleep.

Can I sleep directly on the mattress protector?

The mattress protector is not designed to be slept on directly. Place a Koala Fitted sheet over the mattress before sleeping.

Why should I use a mattress protector?

A mattress protector helps to prolong the life of your mattress by keeping it clean.