Sleep & Beyond

  Many of us are familiar with the terms associated with bedding like mattress topper, mattress pad, and mattress protector. Then some common questions arise – what is the difference between these three? Do I need only one of them? Do all three of them will make my bed comfortable and protected? All of these three are slightly different from each other and are used accordingly. Mattress Topper A mattress topper is used to enhance the support and comfort of a mattress but is thicker than the mattress pad. A mattress topper is often made up of memory foam which is why it has a thick layer of padding. A mattress topper only provides comfort and not protection from spilling as a mattress pad does. A mattress topper is easy to maintain than a mattress pad because of its higher durability. A mattress topper is more expensive than a mattress pad. Mattress Pad A mattress pad is used to cover the top surface of the mattress. It lies on the top of the mattress and under the sheets. A mattr