Mattresses can be reliably protected against moisture and staining, with reusable bed pads. Bed pads are valuable when caring for incontinent patients as mattresses are hard to clean. The multi-layer coating reliably keeps moisture away from the mattress and provides a high degree of lying comfort. The anti-allergenic cotton surface is resistant to dust mites, virusproof and ensures a pleasant feeling on the skin. The intermediate layer made of absorbent fleece absorbs liquid to ensure patients can lie in dry conditions. The reverse side is made of waterproof vinyl and offers maximum moisture protection for the mattress. The reusable bed pad is eligible for reimbursement and can be washed up to 300 times as well as disinfected with spray. This means patients benefit from a high degree of hygiene.