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Health Guard Barrier Guard Mattress & Box Spring Encasement | Waterproof Bed Bug & Dust Mite Cover
Health Guard Barrier Guard Mattress & Box Spring Encasement | Waterproof Bed Bug & Dust Mite Cover
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The Health Guard Barrier Guard is a full encasement that protects a mattress or a box spring. It zips completely around the unit on all six sides, sealing it from dust mites, allergens, spills, and bed bugs. One cover does the job for either piece, so you can protect just your mattress, just your box spring, or both for a complete sleep surface.
What the Barrier Guard Does
A standard fitted protector covers only the top and sides of a mattress. The Barrier Guard is different. It is a 360 degree encasement with a self-locking zipper, so once it is closed nothing gets in and nothing already inside can get out. That matters for two groups in particular: allergy sufferers who want to seal dust mites and their waste away from the sleeping surface, and anyone managing or preventing bed bugs, where a sealed encasement is a core part of the plan.
The membrane backing is waterproof, so the same cover that blocks allergens also guards against spills, sweat, and accidents. Health Guard finishes it with their NO-MITE dust mite barrier.
Why a Full Encasement for Allergies
Dust mites feed on shed skin cells and live deep inside mattresses and box springs. The allergen is the mite waste, which is fine enough to become airborne and inhaled while you sleep. A full 6-sided encasement seals existing mites in and keeps new ones out, which is why the Canadian Lung Association and allergy specialists point to barrier encasements as one of the most effective single steps for reducing dust mite exposure at night.
Specifications
| Size | Fits mattress or box spring (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Twin | 39" W × 75" L |
| Double / Full | 54" W × 75" L |
| Queen | 60" W × 80" L |
| King | 76" W × 80" L |
- Fits: A mattress or a box spring up to 16 inches deep
- Coverage: Full 6-sided encasement (top, bottom, and all four sides)
- Closure: Self-locking zipper that seals shut
- Waterproof: Yes, waterproof membrane backing
- Allergen barrier: NO-MITE dust mite protection
- Bed bug protection: Yes, sealed 6-sided design
- Certification: ASTM F1671 Level 4 barrier (Barrier Guard line)
- Available sizes: Twin, Double, Queen, King
- Warranty: 2 years
- Brand: Health Guard (Canadian company)
Fit, Installation, and Care
Choose the encasement that matches the size of the piece you are covering, whether that is your mattress or your box spring. To install, slide the encasement over the unit and zip it closed. On a mattress, put your fitted sheet on top as usual. On a box spring, set the mattress back on top once the encasement is zipped. The exterior can be wiped clean, and for full allergy management pair it with allergen-proof pillow covers and weekly hot-water washing of bedding.
Completing Your Bed Protection
- Mattress: Encase the mattress to seal the surface you sleep on.
- Box spring: Encase the foundation too, since dust mites and bed bugs hide there as well.
- Moving a used bed in: Encasing both pieces before use is the cleanest approach.
Browse our full bedding collection or mattress protectors to build a complete setup.
Advice for Brantford Families With Allergies
We hear from a lot of families in Brantford and the surrounding areas, Paris, St. George, and Mount Pleasant, dealing with seasonal or year-round allergies. A full encasement will not cure allergies, but it removes one steady source of allergen exposure from the place where you spend the most hours. We have been recommending Health Guard because the quality has been consistent and the zipper holds up over years of use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Barrier Guard fit a mattress or a box spring?
Both. The Barrier Guard is a universal encasement that fits either a mattress or a box spring up to 16 inches deep. Choose the size that matches the piece you are covering. For complete protection, many customers encase both.
What sizes and depth does it fit?
It comes in Twin, Double, Queen, and King, and fits a mattress or box spring up to 16 inches deep.
Is it waterproof?
Yes. The Barrier Guard has a waterproof membrane backing that blocks spills and moisture, along with NO-MITE dust mite protection. Because it relies on a waterproof membrane rather than a woven mesh, it does not carry a micron pore rating. If you want a breathable cover with no waterproof layer, call us and we can point you to a breathable option.
Does it stop bed bugs?
Yes. The full 6-sided design and self-locking zipper trap any bed bugs already inside so they cannot escape, and block new ones from entering. For an active infestation, use encasements on both the mattress and box spring and consult a pest professional.
What is the warranty?
The Health Guard Barrier Guard carries a 2-year warranty.
Visit Our Brantford Showroom
Mattress Miracle
441 1/2 West Street, Brantford
Phone: (519) 770-0001
Hours: Mon-Wed 10-6, Thu-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-4
Not sure whether you need a mattress encasement, a box spring encasement, or a breathable allergen cover? Come in or call and we will walk you through the right setup for your situation.
