Designed to stay in place, the Sleepsaver also attaches to our elastic straps to keep it secure on your bed - replacing or working alongside your fitted sheet, getting the job done in a way the Lifesaver Mat can't for very active... sleepers 😉
In short, if you're looking for a versatile, absorbent, waterproof mat for at home and on the go, the Lifesaver Mat will be your new best friend. If you are looking for something to protect your bed for sleep and... other activities, we recommend the stays-in-place Sleepsaver!
As far as caring for your Mat versus a Sleepsaver Mattress Protector, the rules are the same:
Make sure any solid “stuff” is already removed. If cleaning blood or heavily soiled items that may stain or smell, we recommend a good rinse in cold running water until the water runs clear before storing for wash day.
Pretreat any creams or oil based stains with a drop of blue dawn dish soap. Hand wash and thoroughly rinse.
Wash every 3 days to avoid odor and bacteria build up.
For a deep clean (think pee, poop, and puke):
Pre-wash (short cycle) in warm water (up to 140°F / 60°C) using the recommended brand and amount of detergent. We recommend Tide Original to Line 1.
Heavy Duty (longest cycle) warm/cold wash with proper detergent amount. We recommend Tide Original, amount depends on size of load. We recommend adding other items (bulking) to the wash to create a full load, for proper agitation.
For everyday, simpler messes (think spilled snacks or items you already pre-rinsed):
Regular cycle cold or warm water (up to 140°F / 60°C) with regular amount of detergent
Avoid bleach, fabric softeners, and castile or coconut based soaps that can make your gear less absorbent or damage the waterproof materials.
Hang to dry as often as you can, tumble dry low if you are in a rush