what’s the difference? Mattress pads and mattress toppers: same thing, right? Think again.
MATTRESS PADS Mattress pads provide an extra layer of comfort to any mattress by using a fitted skirt to secure the pad to your mattress.
VS
MATTRESS TOPPERS Mattress toppers also provide an extra layer of comfort to any mattress. Typically thicker, these pads sit on top of the mattress.
WHAT’S ON
THE INSIDE?
A big difference between pads and toppers is the material each is constructed of. Here are a few common options broken down.
CLUSTER FIBER
MEMORY FOAM
Balls of fiber engineered to give the look and feel of down - without the allergies.
Pads made from foam form to the position of the body & provide great support.
DOWN FILLING
LATEX
Can last a long time and stay resilient due to the fact that nothing breaks it down.
Comes from the rubber tree; generally more durable and efficient for achy joint pain.
FEATHER & DOWN BLEND
FEATHER FILLING
This blend can be lightweight and breatheable. A versatile option for the comfort seeker.
Naturally light and a great source of insulation for any type of bedding.
COMPARE
THE BENEFITS
Both toppers and pads have their pros and their cons. Here is a rundown of a few of pros for each item.
WATERPROOF
THICKER
Some mattress pads offer a breathable cover that also protects against stains and moisture.
Many mattress toppers provide up to 3” of added thickness to your bed.
BUG PREVENTION
EXTRA SUPPORT
Many varieties of pads prevent the results of bed bugs & dust mites.
Toppers utilize materials like memory foam to provide unrivaled pressure relief.
EASY CARE
SPOT CLEAN
Most often mattress pads are easily machine washable for easy care.
No need to wash the entire topper when it gets dirty. Simple spot clean as needed.
MATTRESS PADS CAN
MATTRESS TOPPERS
REDUCE THE EFFECTS
ALLEVIATE THE PAIN
ROUGHLY 70% OF THE AMERICAN POPULATION SUFFERS FROM ALLERGIES
ROUGHLY 43% OF AMERICAN ADULTS SUFFER FROM DIAGNOSED ARTHRITIS
OF JOINT DISCOMFORT.
OF ALLERGIES AND ASTHMA.
70%
319
% 3 4
52
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TOTAL AMERICANS
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SOURCES http://www.aafa.org/page/allergy-facts.aspx http://www.census.gov/popclock http://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/data_statistics/national-statistics.html
millIon
TOTAL AMERICANS