Mattress Pad, Cover or Topper?

Why a Mattress Pad Is Your Best Choice for Comfort

When it comes to improving your sleep, a mattress pad is often the simplest, most effective solution. Whether you’re in an RV, Airstream, dorm, LQ horse trailer, semi-truck sleeper, or at home, a high-quality mattress pad adds plush comfort, smooths firmness, and protects your mattress from everyday wear.

Common Questions About Mattress Pads

1. What’s the difference?
Ever wonder what makes a mattress pad different from a mattress cover or a mattress topper? Here's the breakdown:

• Mattress Pad: Adds a layer of softness, comfort, and light, everyday protection.
• Mattress Cover: Adds waterproof protection against spills, moisture, dust mites, and allergens, without adding extra softness. 
• Mattress Topper: Thick foam layer that changes the mattress feel and adds support as well as comfort.

2. Can a mattress pad improve a bed's comfort?
Absolutely! A high-quality mattress pad softens firmness, adds plushness, and transforms any bed into a more comfortable, inviting sleep space.

3. How do you care for a mattress pad?
Most are machine washable. Check care instructions, but most pads are easy to maintain and built to last.

4. How often should you wash a mattress pad?
Cotton or fabric mattress pads should be washed once or twice per month—more often for allergy sufferers or if soiled. 

5. Do mattress pads fit all bed sizes?
Standard sizes are widely available, but look for custom-fit options for RVs, Airstream, and other specialty beds to ensure a snug fit.

Why Choose Ultima-Plush™ Mattress Pads?

AB Lifestyles’ Ultima-Plush™ combines comfort, protection, and convenience:

• Super soft, 300 thread count cotton satin stripe top
• 200 thread count cotton/polyester backing
• Diamond-quilted, lofty 100% new polyester fiberfill (~3/4” thick)
• Quality 1/2" elastic sewn all the way around the bottom for a snug fit
• Actual fabric sides for added durability
• Pairs beautifully with our Ultima-Plush™ quilted pillow covers

Perfect for RVs, Airstreams, dorms, LQ horse trailers, semi-truck sleepers, and homemattresses. Adds plush comfort and protects your mattress from wear and spills.