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  • WImom
    Advanced Daycare.com Member
    • Jun 2010
    • 1639

    Nap Mat Questions

    Just ordered these mats - http://www.discountschoolsupply.com/...&Brand=&Price=

    What can I use for sheets? I tried crib sheets but the mat keeps folding up like the sheets don't fit. I did get the sheets used from someone so maybe they shrunk??

    How do you store your nap mats? Do you leave the sheet on or not?
  • broncomom1973
    Daycare.com Member
    • Sep 2010
    • 179

    #2
    I have similar nap mats and I use body pillow pillowcases for them. I use the ones that have a zipper at the end and they work great. They are also economical as you can get them for $5-$10 each at Wal-Mart. And yes, I do keep the cover on and fold them up. I launder them each week.

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    • DCMomOf3
      Advanced Daycare.com Member
      • Jul 2010
      • 1246

      #3
      I honestly don't use a sheet. I just spray them down to wash them since they are vinyl. (I have them numbered so the same child gets the same one every time and I have fairly flat pillows they use for their heads that we made as a craft so each child has his own special one.)

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      • boysx5
        Daycare.com Member
        • Mar 2010
        • 681

        #4
        I just use a receiving blanket on mine and put them in their bins when we are done each day so I don't mix them up and wash them down each day so far no trouble.

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        • MARSTELAC
          Daycare.com Member
          • Sep 2010
          • 278

          #5
          I don't use sheets since the mats are vinyl. I spray them down after nap. My problem is, the kids pick at the corners and I am constantly replacing these *&^% mats! I heard that someone in Wisconsin was using sleds with blankets (regularly washed) I am going to find out if I can do that in MN! Those plastic formed sleds would stack nicely and be easy to clean :-)

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          • DCMom
            Advanced Daycare.com Member
            • Jul 2008
            • 871

            #6
            Originally posted by MARSTELAC
            I heard that someone in Wisconsin was using sleds with blankets (regularly washed) I am going to find out if I can do that in MN! Those plastic formed sleds would stack nicely and be easy to clean :-)
            Now THAT is a cool idea! The body pillow case is an excellent idea also~I think I used king-sized pillow cases but they were always coming off.

            I have tried fold up mats, roll up mats, stacking mats and was never happy with any of them for various reasons. I finally broke down and bought 12 of the hanging mats, the hangers with sheets from DSS about 8 years ago and I love them.

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            • MommyMuffin
              Daycare.com Member
              • Jun 2010
              • 860

              #7
              Originally posted by DCMom
              Now THAT is a cool idea! The body pillow case is an excellent idea also~I think I used king-sized pillow cases but they were always coming off.

              I have tried fold up mats, roll up mats, stacking mats and was never happy with any of them for various reasons. I finally broke down and bought 12 of the hanging mats, the hangers with sheets from DSS about 8 years ago and I love them.
              Do you have a link to the hanging mats? I am just curious, I love the body pillow idea too.

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              • newtodaycare22
                Daycare.com Member
                • Apr 2010
                • 673

                #8
                I have vinyl mats simliar to those but crib sheets fit them. My kids bring one from home and I send it home each Friday...it's the parents job to wash

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                • WImom
                  Advanced Daycare.com Member
                  • Jun 2010
                  • 1639

                  #9
                  Well, I'm going to go out and buy a body pillow cover, king size pillowcase and another crib sheet and see what I like best. Thanks for all the ideas.

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                  • DCMom
                    Advanced Daycare.com Member
                    • Jul 2008
                    • 871

                    #10
                    Originally posted by MommyMuffin
                    Do you have a link to the hanging mats? I am just curious, I love the body pillow idea too.
                    These 2-inch thick hanging rest mats are designed for easy storage. Perfect for the needs of any child-care environment. DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Cover is made of PVC-free polyurethane that is sturdy and easy to clean. Heavy-duty stitched seams resist tearingCOMFORTABLE NAPPING: 2-inch thick foam creates a soft cushion between child and floor for a comfortable and restful nap timeEASY STORAGE: Heavy-duty grommets at the foot of the mat allow for placement on the hanging mat hanger (sold separately)DIMENSIONS: Mat measures 52 inches L x 22 inches W. Grommets are 1 inch Dia. and 15-1/2 inches apart from each otherBUY WITH CONFIDENCE: This Hanging Rest Mat comes with a 3-year warranty


                    Initially it's expensive. I bought 6 mats, 6 sheets and 1 hangers about 8 years ago. When I expanded 3 years ago I bought another set of 6. They have stood up really well, I have only had to replace one sheet because the ties got cut off (don't ask...)

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                    • Lilbutterflie
                      Advanced Daycare.com Member
                      • Apr 2010
                      • 1359

                      #11
                      Originally posted by WImom
                      Just ordered these mats - http://www.discountschoolsupply.com/...&Brand=&Price=

                      What can I use for sheets? I tried crib sheets but the mat keeps folding up like the sheets don't fit. I did get the sheets used from someone so maybe they shrunk??

                      How do you store your nap mats? Do you leave the sheet on or not?
                      These are the exact nap mats I have, and I use crib sheets. Initially they fold up, but force them to lay flat and the sheets then lay flat as well. Works really well! And my crib sheets have been washed MANY times and probably are a little shrunk also. (o:

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