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Tip: Your mattress topper should go under the protector pad — more on that next. Step Three: Add a Mattress Protector Think of this as your mattress's insurance policy.

Naturepedic Step One: Mattress First Let's start with your base layer: your mattress. Ideally, it’s clean, supportive, and tailored to your unique sleep needs.

A quality protector pad helps extend the life of your mattress (and your topper too, if you have one) by shielding against spills, sweat, allergens, and general day-to-day wear.

Because the protector is meant to shield the mattress (and topper), it should be the layer closest to your sheet set. Make sure it’s smooth and snug around the corners before moving on.