Frequently Asked Questions

What is ActiveGuard™?

ActiveGuard™ mattress liners are a patented product developed to kill dust mites and bed bugs in mattresses. ActiveGuard™ mattress liners go over the mattress just like a fitted sheet, and are held securely in place by the elastic sewn into the corners. ActiveGuard™ mattress liners are made of a thin polyester netting that kills dust mites and bed bugs in bedding. The liners are thin, cool, comfortable, odorless and breathable.

Who should use ActiveGuard™ mattress liners?

Anyone who suffers from respiratory allergies, asthma, or skin allergies such as eczema may benefit from the use of ActiveGuard™ mattress liners. Dust mite allergens are a leading symptom trigger for these conditions. ActiveGuard™ mattress liners kill dust mites and prevent them from returning for up to 2 years. Anyone concerned about preventing bed bug bites should consider using ActiveGuard™ mattress liners. Bed bug bites are painful, itchy, and can even cause allergic reactions. Bed bugs are becoming increasingly prevalent, and can easily spread between homes, apartments and hotel rooms. Bed bugs feed on blood most commonly bite people in their beds while they are sleeping. ActiveGuard™ mattress liners offer protection because they kill bed bugs in mattresses.

How do ActiveGuard™ mattress liners work?

ActiveGuard™ mattress liners are made from special polyester netting. The liners are placed over the mattress like a fitted sheet. An active ingredient in the liner is released into the mattress over time to kill dust mites and bed bugs.

Who can use ActiveGuard™ mattress liners?

ActiveGuard™ mattress liners are recommended for adults and children as young as 5 years old. Who invented ActiveGuard™ mattress liners? ActiveGuard™ mattress liners were developed by a team of medical entomologists at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. The product was introduced in Europe in the late 1990’s and over 40,000 have been sold in Europe ans Asia for the control of dust mite allergens. Now ActiveGuard™ mattress liners have been approved for sale in all 50 States in the U.S.

Where can I purchase ActiveGuard™ mattress liners?

They can purchased by clicking the Purchase button on this web site, or from leading allergy supply retailers and pest control companies.