When we started selling our products abroad decades ago, we were initially surprised at how different the ‘sleeping cultures’ are. In Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg, for example, the purchase of a fitted sheet (and a pillow) automatically includes the purchase of a ‘molleton’ or mattress protector. Our first sales representative from the Netherlands was stunned when we told him that mattress protectors were rarely available in Germany.
Over the years, we have optimised our range in this area and adapted it to individual requirements. Because more and more people in Germany are struggling with allergies, the use of mattress protectors is also becoming increasingly popular in this country.
The Formesse protective covers at a glance
The No. 1 enemy of allergy sufferers: the house dust mite
The thought of spending every night together with thousands of flatmates can be quite comforting under certain circumstances - but for allergy sufferers it is torture. The tiny creatures feast in our rooms. Thanks to our extensive range of washable protective covers, however, they have had their day. The mite feeds mainly on human skin flakes and feels very much at home inside a mattress. A protective cover can prevent the mites from nesting in the mattress and, above all, stop them from multiplying. Allergy-causing mite faeces can be easily removed in the washing machine. A total of four variants are available for different requirements.
Mattress protectors - not just for allergy sufferers
Of course, we do not only recommend the use of a protective cover in the event of an allergy. The functionality of our products also relates to a fundamentally healthy and hygienic sleeping environment in which you feel comfortable and can enjoy a restful night's sleep. For example, heavy sweating (or even freezing) can be regulated. In addition, it is of course always worth protecting the mattress, which may have been purchased at great expense, in order to extend its lifespan. Looking through a microscope at an unprotected mattress will certainly support the decision to use a washable cover immediately.
Tips for a healthy bedroom environment
- Avoid dust traps such as carpets or too many decorations.
- Ventilate the room twice a day with shock ventilation (approx. 10 minutes).
- Air bed linen daily with the window open.
- Wash covers and sheets regularly at at least 60°.
- Place non-washable items in the freezer for a few days (destroys germs).
- Cover mattresses and pillows with washable protective covers.
This text was translated with deepl.com
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Further information
- Before purchasing a protective cover, seek advice from a specialist retailer in your area. There you will also find quality samples of the individual products, which can be very helpful in making your choice.
- Use different protective covers to suit the changing seasons: for summer beds, e.g. Bella Donna Clima, and in winter, e.g. Bella Donna Edel Molton
- All our protective covers are certified according to the ÖkoTex Standard 100 Zertifikat and are produced in Germany (exception: Satinesse Protect = manufactured in the EU)