This is one of the biggest reasons to use a mattress protector.

Coffee in bed, a spilled glass of water, kids, pets, or other everyday accidents can expose your mattress to liquids.

Unlike sheets, your mattress can't simply be put into a washing machine.

If an accident happens, caring for a removable protector is much easier than trying to deal with a stained mattress.

A quality mattress can be a significant purchase, so it makes sense to protect it.

This becomes particularly important when it comes to stains and mattress warranties.

Mattress Nation's sales terms state that a manufacturer's warranty may be voided if a mattress is stained, soiled, or damaged, unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer.

That's one reason Mattress Nation recommends purchasing a mattress protector to help guard against stains and spills.

Mattresses aren't designed to be washed like sheets and other bedding.

In fact, Mattress Nation recommends avoiding cleaning products directly on a mattress because they can break down the comfort layers.

A mattress protector gives you a removable layer between your mattress and everyday spills or moisture.

Many protectors are also machine washable, depending on their specific care instructions.

This can make maintaining a cleaner sleep setup much simpler.

A good mattress protector should protect your mattress without dramatically changing the comfort you've already chosen.

This is especially important with mattresses designed to contour closely to the body.

For example, Tempur-Pedic recommends a mattress protector rather than a traditional mattress pad for its mattresses. A thick mattress pad can create an additional barrier between your body and TEMPUR-Material™, potentially affecting how the material responds.