Question by jayne c:
will a regular zippered waterproof mattress cover work for bedbug protection?
I am trying to get rid of them and thought this would help for one thing
Best answer:
Answer by Freedom
Yes they will keep out bed bugs as well as dust mites. They have to be on the box spring as well.
What do you think? Answer below.
More posts like this one in Bedbug Questions.
{ 2 comments… read them below or add one }
As long as the mattress is completely covered and zipped good, yes. A bug could not get in it. If you have a box spring, it needs to be covered too.
Yes, they work great! I’m doing this right now. I bought my covers at Walmart for $ 10. each, and I suggest the zippered pillow covers as well. They’re 2 for $ 3.00. Make sure to tape well over the zipper pulls on the mattresses, as they can get out of that tiny hole. Also, watch for holes in the covers and tape over them if they occur. Leave them on permanently, don’t use a bedskirt as they like to live in the creases. Wash all bedding in hot water, and dry in a hot dryer. Don’t keep anything under the bed, they like paper, wood, clothing, etc. Vacuum the rug well, throw the bag outside in the trash immed, and steam clean the rug. These things will help greatly. Just keep in mind that this is an ongoing problem. It’ll take more than one time with the cleaning, but it will eventually stop them without having to throw out the bed.