It is very difficult to find any specifics on memory foam mattress covers. While researching memory foam mattresses I have found that every manufacturer includes a memory foam mattress cover. The mattress covers come in a variety of fabrics that are all machine washable and can be bleached as well in the case of staining. These mattress covers should be washed the same time your sheets are to keep the cleanliness and reduce allergens in your bedroom.
There are a number of mattress covers that are designed to assist those allergy sufferers in reducing contaminants in the bedroom. Protect-A-Bed is a leading maker of mattress covers and protectors. Their Premium Mattress Protector, available at their website for sixty ($60) dollars lists a number of features including being waterproof yet breathable. It helps to regulate bed temperature while preventing the breeding of bacteria and dust mites in your bedroom. These are a leading cause of asthma, rhinitis and eczema.
The Protect-A-Bed products protect the mattress from unsightly stains from perspiration, accidental spills and other bodily fluids. This will also prevent your mattress from developing odors as well from improper cleaning. The cover is machine washable on hut and dryer safe as well and has a four way stretch that allows a wrinkle free fit. It has an expandable skirt that goes from eight to twenty inches to accommodate all kinds of mattresses. The Protect-A-Bed will work as a memory foam mattress cover.
If you are looking for a mattress pad versus a standard mattress cover your options are just about endless. There are hundreds of manufacturers who make mattress pads for all kinds of mattresses. There are also several makers of memory foam mattress cover pads or toppers as they are some times referred to. These memory foam items can many times cost as much as a standard mattress and box spring set.