mattress pad

Sleep surface layer

A mattress pad is a thin protective layer placed on top of a mattress, typically quilted or padded, that shields against wear, stains, and minor spills while adding a modest layer of cushioning.

Unlike a mattress topper, which significantly changes the feel of the bed, a mattress pad primarily serves a protective function: The mattress pad saved us when the kid spilled juice in bed.

protection

waterproof

Impervious to moisture

barrier · spillproof · stain-resistant · dust mite · hypoallergenic · antimicrobial · zippered · fitted · elastic · breathable

cushioning

padding

Material for cushioning

quilted · tufted · fiberfill · latex · egg crate · featherbed · thickness · density · loft · layered

bedding

fitted sheet

Elasticized mattress covering

duvet · comforter · blanket · quilt · coverlet · bedspread · pillow · bed linens · bedskirt · shams

comfort

sleep

Recurring unconscious repose

  • cozyWarm and snug
  • snugComfortably close-fitting
  • softnessYielding to gentle pressure

plush · cushioned · warmth · restful · supportive · pressure relief · body contouring · temperature regulation · cooling · breathable

Categories
Opposites
bedding layer position

mattress padbox spring

Rigid mattress foundation

foundation · bed frame · metal frame · floor · support structure

softness and cushioning

mattress padbare mattress

floor · wooden slats · board

Family

mattress, matting, mattresses, mattress pads

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G