The best mattress protectors guard your bed against spills, stains, allergens and unwanted critters.
The space beneath your bed is an enticing area to hide unneeded items but this 'out of sight, out of mind' storage solution might be bad news for your sleep health... as well as turning your room into a haven for bed bugs.
Because let's be honest, when something goes under your bed, how often do you get it out? This forgotten clutter is a magnet for dust and dust mites, and all kinds of creepy crawlies.
Storing things under the bed also makes it harder to keep your mattress clean, particularly if bulky items are preventing air circulation. And if you've invested in one of this year's best mattresses, you don't want your long-discarded socks to be the reason it needs replacing...
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