The Terry Towelling Protector is fully waterproof and is designed to support continence care and protect your bed from liquid spills. The 100% Terry, soft cotton pile upper is slightly absorbent and the discreet polyurethane backing which is breathable, allows air to circulate around your body whilst preventing moisture passing through to your mattress. Undetectable under your normal bed linen this is a superior product compared to the PVC versions on the market. Manufactured to the highest standards they are super soft, and do not rustle. It can be washed at 90 deg. C, ensuring that most bacteria are killed in the wash and are suitable for either line drying or can be tumble dried on a cool setting. The protector is also Anti-Allergenic protecting the user from household dust mites and other allergens which cause conditions such as rhinitis and asthma.