Tuesday, December 19, 2006

Tips for Choosing the Right Allergy Mattress Cover

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People who suffer from allergies can find it hard to get sleep. They often suffer frequent bouts of sneezing, runny nose, and itching that can keep them up all night long. To make it worst, the bed which is supposed to be the most restful place in the house can contain a lot of allergens that can trigger allergic reactions. Those who are prone to allergies can suffer from itchy skin, hay fever and other allergic symptoms because of the dust, pollen, and even dust mites that are present in their beds. If you are allergic to a lot of things, then you can benefit from an allergy mattress cover that will help you to get the rest that you need.

However, you should know that not every allergy mattress cover will suit your needs. A hypoallergenic mattress cover has to be very well made if it is to be effective. It has to be produced in a completely sterile factory with materials that will not irritate the skin and aggravate allergies themselves. It should also be designed to have holes that are small enough to prevent the infestation of dust mites. An allergy mattress cover can help keep you away from allergens and help you get enough sleep, but it will not make all of your allergies go away.

In general, an allergy mattress cover only reduces your exposure to contaminants that may have seeped into your bed. This means that you have to take certain actions to keep your exposure to allergens at a minimum, in addition to your allergy mattress cover. A hypoallergenic mattress cover is almost useless in dealing with airborne dust, mold, fungus and pollen.

You also have to keep your house clean if you want to reduce your exposure to allergens. You also need to change your bedding frequently, even if you have an allergy mattress cover. It would also help if you can keep your floor and all surfaces in your house clean, and ensure that your air intake is kept in tip top shape. Not many people realize that allergies can be caused by furnace contamination or by things leaking in to the air ducts leading up to their houses. Nevertheless, an allergy mattress cover can help reduce your allergic reactions and help you get the sleep that you need.

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