Most mattress protectors solve one problem and create another. They block spills but trap heat. You wake up sweaty on a plastic-feeling sheet. The myProtector takes a different approach, wool instead of polyester or vinyl.

After two weeks of sleeping on it, the temperature difference was noticeable. My old waterproof protector made the bed feel stuffy by midnight. This one didn’t. I’m a warm sleeper and I stopped kicking the covers off around 3 AM, which was a regular thing before.

It’s not fully waterproof like a vinyl-backed protector. Sleep & Beyond calls it “water resistant”, wool naturally repels small spills and the tight weave handles most accidents. For full waterproofing, you’d need their separate encasement. But for everyday protection against sweat, skin oils, and minor spills, it works.

Machine washing is a big deal. I tossed it in on gentle cycle with cold water, laid it flat to dry, and it came out fine. No clumping, no shrinking. Most wool products need special care, so this was a relief.

The fitted skirt goes up to 18 inches deep, which covered my 12-inch mattress with room to spare. Stayed put all night, no bunching or corner popping.