Protecting Surfaces with Confidence: Bed Sheets Pads and Blueys Pads

For anyone managing incontinence — whether at home, in aged care, or in a clinical setting — surface protection is just as important as personal protection. Bed sheets pads and Blueys pads are two of the most effective and widely used products for this purpose in Australia.

Mediply Plus stocks a comprehensive range of bed sheets pads and Blueys pads for NDIS participants, carers, healthcare providers, and facilities across the country.

What Are Bed Sheets Pads?

Bed sheets pads — also called mattress protectors, draw sheets, or underpad sheets — are absorbent, protective sheets placed on top of bed linen to guard against moisture damage. They are used by:

• People managing urinary or faecal incontinence

• Post-operative patients

• Individuals with limited mobility

• Elderly people in home or residential care

• Children with bedwetting concerns

Unlike standard mattress protectors, bed sheets pads are highly absorbent and designed for single-use or short-term disposable use, ensuring hygiene is maintained between changes.

What Are Blueys Pads?

Blueys pads are a specific type of disposable underpad recognisable by their blue waterproof backing. They are among the most trusted surface protection products used in Australian healthcare and disability care settings.

Key characteristics of Blueys pads include:

• Highly absorbent cellulose or fluff core – Traps and locks away moisture

• Waterproof polyethylene backing – Prevents leakage through to mattresses and furniture

• Soft non-woven top layer – Gentle against skin and reduces friction

• Multiple size options – From small chair pads to large bed-sized sheets

Bed Sheets Pads vs Blueys Pads: What's the Difference?

Feature	Bed Sheets Pads	Blueys Pads
Primary use	Bed surface protection	Bed, chair, and trolley protection
Format	Sheet-like, often larger	Underpad format
Common setting	Home and aged care	Hospital, clinic, and home care
Absorbency	Moderate to high	High
Disposal	Single-use disposable	Single-use disposable

Both products serve the same fundamental purpose: keeping surfaces dry, hygienic, and protected.

Benefits of Using Bed Sheets Pads and Blueys Pads

Incorporating bed sheets pads and Blueys pads into a care routine offers several advantages:

• Hygiene protection – Reduces the risk of infection from moisture contact

• Mattress preservation – Extends the life of beds and furniture

• Reduced laundry burden – Disposable pads reduce the frequency of washing linen

• Skin health – Keeps skin dry and reduces the risk of pressure injuries

• Carer convenience – Easy to position, change, and dispose of

NDIS Funding for Bed Sheets Pads and Blueys Pads

Bed sheets pads and Blueys pads may be funded under the NDIS as part of the Core Supports – Consumables budget. To access NDIS-funded surface protection products:

1. Confirm that your NDIS plan includes consumables funding

2. Ensure products are related to your disability support needs

3. Order from a registered NDIS supplier like Mediply Plus

4. Keep invoices for plan management or self-managed claims

Order Bed Sheets Pads and Blueys Pads from Mediply Plus

Mediply Plus offers a wide selection of bed sheets pads and Blueys pads to suit all care environments and budgets. With fast Australia-wide delivery and NDIS-compliant invoicing, we make surface protection simple.

Browse our range online and order the bed sheets pads and Blueys pads your household or facility needs today.