How to Keep Your Mattress Topper in Place: 8 Smart Solutions
You’re not the only one who has woken in the middle of the night to discover that your mattress topper was sliding off the bed. The mattress and topper are held together by friction and the weight of the body. The topper can start to slip if one or both factors are compromised. And let me tell you, this happens quite often.
Not only is it annoying to try to get some sleep, but it also makes it hard to put the sheets on. We’ve got your back. Here are 8 ways to stop your mattress topper from sliding.
Why Do Mattress Toppers Slide?
We must understand why a mattress topper slides before we can figure out how to stop it from slipping. Here are some reasons why your mattress topper might be moving around.
- The mattress topper you have is not the right size. Your topper will move if it is not the same size as your bed. By measuring your mattress, you can ensure that the topper is the correct size.
- The surface of your mattress cover is smooth. Your topper will slide if you have a smooth surface. Try using an old T-shirt or a fitted bed sheet to cover the mattress if it is smooth.
- The base of the mattress topper is not grippy. If the base of your topper is not grippy it will also have trouble staying in place.
- No locking mechanism. Some of the higher-priced toppers have grippy bottom and corner straps that secure the topper to the mattress. Your topper will be more likely to slip if it does not have a locking mechanism.
- You or your partner is a restless sleeper. The mattress topper will move more if you toss and turn a lot. The extra movement may eventually cause the mattress topper to fall off the bed.
8 Hacks to Stop Your Mattress Topper from Sliding
We now know the reasons why your mattress topper might be sliding. Let’s see some hacks for tucking it in place.
1) Use a Fitted Bed Sheet.
First, use a fitted bed sheet. This is particularly useful if your mattress topper is too large for your bed.
You can use a flat bed sheet if you don’t own a fitted one. Make sure you tuck the sheet in tightly so it does not move.
2) The Topper Should Be placed inside the mattress cover.
You can use a mattress cover to place your mattress topper in. Then, put a fitted bed sheet on top. recommends that you buy a mattress cover if you do not use one. Mattress protectors are a great way to keep your mattress clean and also prevent the toppers from sliding.
Tip: When buying a mattress protector, make sure it is deep enough for the top.
3) Use sheet suspenders.
If the fitted sheet alone is not enough, use this technique. Sheet suspenders consist of elastic straps attached to the corners of the sheets with clips underneath the mattress. They hold the sheet securely in place.
Four suspenders are required (two will also work but the grip is not as firm). Overlay the sheet with a topper and place it on top of the mattress. Clip the suspenders in X- and +-shaped shapes to the underside of the sheet. The topper will not move if you do this.
4) Use non-slip rug pads or mattress grippers.
A non-slip, or anti-slip, mat is another great hack. The anti-slip mats were designed to prevent objects like rugs from sliding around on the floor. They also work well to hold a mattress top in place. These mats are often called mattress grippers and can be found in many home goods stores as well as online.
Place the mat between the mattress and the mattress topper. This will provide additional traction to keep the mattress topper in place. Use a fitted sheet on top to make sure it stays in place.
5) Self-adhesive Velcro Tape
Use industrial-strength self-adhesive Velcro tape to secure the top. This velcro tape is very sticky and can adhere to any surface.
Stick the rough (or hook) side to the top of your mattress, and the soft (or loop) side to the bottom. Stick the two sides together and you should have a topper! This will prevent your topper from shifting and less likely to tear the fabric.
Velcro tape can be sewn onto the edge of the mattress topper. This will give you a more permanent solution.
You can use carpet tape instead of velcro if you don’t own any. It is a double-sided tape that holds rugs in place.
6) Sheet Fasteners or Straps
Sheet fasteners are elastic straps that can be used to hold sheets in place. They also work well to prevent a mattress topper from sliding.
Use these elastic bands either on the four corners of the mattress or two straps running along the middle. Then, adjust the straps so that the topper does not move.
7) Safety Pins
This method is not as attractive as other methods but it works. This method is great for those who have a mattress topper that’s just the right size but slides around.
To secure the mattress topper, you will need at least six large safety pins per corner. Attach the safety pin on the seam between the mattress cover and the top. The safety pin will not rip through the fabric if you do this.
Tip When using this hack it’s a good idea also to place a fitted sheet over the top topper, as an additional layer of protection.
8) Sew Topper to Mattress
If you want a permanent solution, and you are good at sewing or you know someone who is, you can sew the cover of the topper (not the core). Sewing will ensure a tight connection between the mattress and topper, so it won’t move as much.
Be aware that this will certainly invalidate your mattress warranty.
Tip Stitch the topper on top of the mattress seam. The seam is the most durable part of the mattress, and it can handle any strain. The mattress cover may tear if you stitch the topper to the surface.
The Bottom Line
If you have trouble keeping your mattress toppers in place, try these tips. Don’t limit yourself to one method! Use multiple techniques to prevent your topper from sliding.
It may be time to buy a new mattress topper if you have tried everything else and it hasn’t worked. Browse our best-rated mattress topper for the perfect fit.
