Mattress & Pillow Protectors

Mattress and Pillow Protectors — Why they Matter

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A protector does two things simultaneously: it shields a mattress or pillow from moisture, allergens, and wear, and it creates an additional microclimate between the sleeper and the sleep surface. Which of those two jobs matters most — and how demanding your body is about heat regulation during the night — determines which protector technology is right for you.

Sleep Gallery at 24 Irakli Abashidze Street, Tbilisi, carries mattress and pillow protectors from Formesse in Germany, Velfont in Spain, B-Sensible, and Centa-Star. The products displayed above represent a selection — the complete range across all brands, technologies, and sizes is available in person at the Vake showroom.

Formesse — German Family Business, TENCEL and Natural Protection

Formesse is a third-generation family business based in Löffingen in Germany’s Black Forest, producing bed textiles for over 70 years. The brand is responsible for the Bella Donna range — the name that established fitted sheets as a specialist category in European sleep retail. Approximately 92% of Formesse products are manufactured within 90 kilometres of their Löffingen site. All products are OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified and the company operates as a climate-neutral business.

The Bella Donna Clima Mattress Protector is the TENCEL flagship. Its terry surface is 100% TENCEL™ Lyocell — a natural cellulose fibre derived from wood that absorbs moisture, stores it, and releases it back into the air during the day. This absorption cycle removes the conditions that dust mites, bacteria, and odours require to develop. The result is natural protection that works through material physics rather than chemical treatment — no antimicrobial agents, no coatings. The protector fits the mattress like a fitted sheet, with an elasticated border that tucks under so it is invisible beneath the bed sheet. Made in Germany.

The matching Bella Donna Clima Pillow Protector applies the same TENCEL terry construction to pillow protection — moisture management, dust mite and bacteria control, and a completely natural material profile.

The Formesse Edel-Molton Mattress Protector uses supremely soft napped cotton molton — a deeply absorbent, temperature-regulating natural fabric well-suited to heavy perspirers. The napped surface creates a soft, buffering layer between the mattress and the sheet, and the cotton’s natural absorbency wicks moisture efficiently. Made in Germany.

Velfont — Spanish Technical Textiles, NASA-Derived Technology Since 1971

Velfont was founded in Barcelona in 1971 and was the first brand in Spain to bring Outlast® thermoregulating technology to mattress protectors. The brand’s range divides between two core technology platforms — Outlast® for temperature management and Neotherm® for waterproof breathability — with several products combining both.

Outlast® technology was originally developed by NASA to protect astronauts from extreme temperature variation during space travel. Velfont applies it to 100% cotton fabric via wax microcapsules that absorb excess body heat when the sleeper runs warm, store it, and release it back when body temperature drops — creating a personalised constant microclimate throughout the night. The regulation is passive: it requires no power or adjustment, and reacts continuously to the sleeper’s actual body temperature rather than ambient room temperature.

Neotherm® is Velfont’s waterproof breathable membrane — invisible inside the protector, it blocks liquid penetration entirely while allowing sweat and body vapour to pass through, preventing the heat and discomfort associated with standard waterproof protectors.

The Velfont Frost is the core Outlast protector — 100% thermoregulating cotton, non-quilted, fitted sheet format.

The Velfont Fresh adds a SkinComfort menthol finish to the Outlast cotton, enhancing the sensation of freshness on contact.

The Velfont Igloo is the quilted version — Outlast thermoregulating surface with 100% cotton filling, adding a comfort layer on top of the temperature management function.

The Velfont Thermo Alaska is the dual-technology product: Outlast® thermoregulating cotton combined with the Neotherm® waterproof breathable membrane in a single protector — temperature regulation and full liquid waterproofing together.

The Velfont Aura takes the sustainability-focused position: GOTS-certified organic cotton on both sides, with a GRS-certified recycled Neotherm® membrane — fully waterproof, hyper-breathable, and certified across both the organic cotton and the recycled components.

The Velfont Anti-Dust Vital is for sleepers with dust mite allergies or sensitivities. It uses Acarsan® — a clinically tested anti-mite treatment derived from natural plant extracts — combined with the Neotherm® waterproof breathable membrane. The Acarsan® treatment is plant-based and scientifically verified against dust mites without chemical pesticide use.

B-Sensible and Centa-Star — Available in the Vake Showroom

Sleep Gallery also carries protectors from B-Sensible and Center-Star at the Vake showroom. The full range of models, materials, and sizes from all brands is available for consultation in person at 24 Irakli Abashidze Street.

All mattress and pillow protector purchases include free delivery directly to your apartment across Tbilisi.

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FAQ SECTION

Q: Where can I buy a mattress protector in Tbilisi?

Sleep Gallery at 24 Irakli Abashidze Street, Vake, Tbilisi carries mattress and pillow protectors from Formesse, Velfont, B-Sensible, and Centa-Star. The products listed online are a selection — the complete range across all brands and technologies is available at the Vake showroom. Free delivery is available across Tbilisi for all purchases, and a sleep consultant can advise on which protection technology suits your specific needs.

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Q: What is the difference between a TENCEL protector and an Outlast protector?

TENCEL and Outlast address different aspects of the sleep environment. TENCEL (Lyocell) — as used in the Formesse Bella Donna Clima — is a natural fibre that manages moisture through absorption and release, which removes the humid conditions that support dust mites and bacteria. It is a biological and chemical-free protection approach. Outlast® — as used in all Velfont thermoregulating products — is a NASA-developed phase-change material that manages body temperature directly, absorbing heat when you run warm and releasing it when you cool down. If your primary concern is hygiene and allergen control, TENCEL is the more targeted choice. If your primary concern is overheating or temperature variation during the night, Outlast is the more targeted choice. The Velfont Aura combines waterproof protection with an organic cotton surface for those whose priority is sustainability.

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Q: Do I need a waterproof mattress protector?

Waterproofing protects against liquid accidents — spillage, night sweats, or incontinence — but standard waterproof layers can trap heat and create discomfort. Velfont’s Neotherm® membrane resolves this by being simultaneously waterproof and hyper-breathable: it blocks liquid entry while allowing body vapour to pass through. The Velfont Aura, Anti-Dust Vital, and Thermo Alaska all use Neotherm®. If liquid protection is not a priority but temperature management is, the non-waterproof Outlast range — Frost, Fresh, and Igloo — provides thermoregulation without any waterproof layer.

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Q: What is Acarsan® and how does it work?

Acarsan® is a clinically tested anti-mite treatment derived from natural plant extracts, used in the Velfont Anti-Dust Vital protector. It acts on dust mites without chemical pesticides — the natural compounds interfere with the conditions mites require to survive and reproduce on the mattress surface. The Anti-Dust Vital combines this treatment with Velfont’s Neotherm® waterproof breathable membrane, providing both mite protection and full liquid impermeability in the same product.

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Q: What makes Formesse a quality German brand?

Formesse is a third-generation family business based in Löffingen in the Black Forest, producing bed textiles for over 70 years. Approximately 92% of their products are manufactured within 90 kilometres of their production site — a tight supply chain that supports quality control and the brand’s climate-neutral operating standard. All Formesse protectors are OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified — tested and confirmed free from harmful substances. Their Bella Donna Clima protectors use TENCEL™ Lyocell yarn that is knitted, dyed, and finished in Germany.

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Q: Can I use a mattress protector on a TEMPUR or other memory foam mattress?

Yes — a mattress protector is recommended for any premium mattress, including memory foam. TENCEL-based protectors like the Formesse Bella Donna Clima are particularly compatible with memory foam because they maintain airflow and moisture management without adding stiffness or interfering with the foam’s pressure-relieving response. Avoid thick waterproof layers with a dense backing on memory foam, as these can reduce breathability. The Velfont non-waterproof options — Frost, Fresh, Igloo — and the Neotherm membrane products are all suitable for use with premium mattresses including TEMPUR.