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A waterproof sex blanket is a soft throw with a liquid proof inner layer that you lay on the bed before sex or solo play. It protects the mattress from squirting, lube and massage oil, and goes straight into the washing machine.
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Liberator · waterproof sex blanket
The best known sex blanket, soft on the skin and discreet on the bed. Machine washable and quiet.
Liberator · compact waterproof sex blanket
A smaller version of the Fascinator Throw that packs easily. Good for hotels, sofas and solo use.
Brolly Sheets · waterproof bed pad
A practical, highly absorbent pad whose wings tuck under the mattress so it does not slide. Less pretty, very effective.
SafeRest · fitted waterproof mattress protector
A fitted protector that stays on the mattress all the time. Ideal as a second layer under a throw.
Sheets of San Francisco · waterproof PVC sheet
A fitted sheet with a wipe clean liquid proof surface. Very practical for oil and large amounts of fluid, with a distinctive feel.
Worry is one of the quietest obstacles to pleasure. If part of your mind is thinking about the mattress, the laundry or a wet patch, it is harder to relax the pelvic floor and let arousal build. Many people who explore squirting say the urge to release feels like needing to pee, and tension about the bed makes it even harder to trust that feeling. A good blanket removes that worry in advance. Our practical article on how to prepare your bed for squirting covers the whole setup, and this page focuses on the products themselves.
Squirting volume varies a great deal, from barely noticeable to enough to soak a towel. Lube, massage oil and sweat add to it. A dedicated blanket handles all of these.
We compared the published construction of each product, the liner material, sizes, care labels and how each brand describes softness and noise. We did not run lab tests and there are no scores here. Our criteria were these.
The Liberator Fascinator Throw is the best known example. It has a soft, velvety top, an absorbent middle and a waterproof inner layer, and it looks like an ordinary throw when folded at the foot of the bed. Liberator also makes the Fascinator Throw in a smaller size for travel and for couches. These throws are quiet, soft and discreet, which is why many people prefer them to medical style pads. They cost more, and they need to be washed after each use.
Warm up
15 to 20 minutes of what you already enjoy
Build
Steady, firm pressure on the front wall
Urge
It feels like needing to pee. Stay with it
Release
Breathe out, relax and bear down gently
Brolly Sheets makes waterproof bed pads with tuck in wings that wrap under the mattress so they do not slide. They were designed for nighttime incontinence and night sweats, so they are built to absorb a lot of liquid and to survive frequent washing. They are less stylish than a plush throw but very practical, and the wings help during energetic sex when a loose blanket might bunch up.
A blanket protects where you lie. A fitted protector protects the whole mattress. The SafeRest Premium Waterproof Mattress Protector is a cotton terry topped fitted cover with a thin waterproof membrane, and it is a good permanent layer under your sheets. Sheets of San Francisco makes fitted waterproof sheets in a glossy PVC style that wipe clean and are fully liquid proof, though they feel very different from cotton and can be warm. Many people combine a fitted protector underneath with a throw on top, so a soaked throw never reaches the mattress.
Positions matter too. Some positions direct fluid away from the body more than others, and our guide to squirting positions explains how to set up the bed for each. If you are pairing a blanket with a toy, see our picks for the best toys for squirting.
A blanket works best when it is part of a simple routine. Lay a fitted protector on the mattress once and leave it there. Before sex or solo play, spread the throw or pad over the middle of the bed, smooth side up, and keep a spare towel and a glass of water within reach. If you plan to try positions on the edge of the bed or on the floor, move the blanket with you rather than hoping the sheets will cope. Afterward, fold the blanket inward so any fluid stays inside, and put it straight in the laundry basket. Having a second blanket means one is always clean and ready. These small steps take less than a minute, and they remove the moment of hesitation that can pull you out of the experience.
Holding on
The pelvic floor lifts and tightens. Fluid stays in and the build up often stalls.
Letting go
Breathe out slowly and bear down gently, like the start of peeing. The pelvic floor drops.
Wash after each use, following the care label. Most throws and pads go in the machine on a warm cycle with regular detergent. Avoid fabric softener, which can reduce absorbency and weaken waterproof layers over time. Tumble dry on low or line dry, as the label says, because high heat can damage the membrane. If you use silicone lube or massage oil, pretreat the spot with a little dish soap before washing. Check the liner every few months by spreading the blanket out and looking for cracks or peeling.
A note on health. If you notice leaking urine during daily activities like coughing, laughing or exercise, that is different from squirting and worth discussing with a urologist, gynecologist or pelvic floor physiotherapist. Our article on squirting and the pelvic floor explains the difference.
A thick towel works for small amounts of fluid but can soak through. A waterproof blanket has a liquid proof layer, so the mattress stays dry even when the top fabric is wet.
Plush throws with a soft inner liner are usually quiet. Plastic or PVC sheets can crinkle or squeak, which some people find distracting.
For most couples, a throw that covers the middle third of a queen bed is enough. If you move a lot or use several positions, choose a larger size or add a fitted protector underneath.
Many can go on low heat, but check the label. High heat can damage the waterproof layer, and some products should only be line dried.
Yes. The waterproof layer stops water based lube, silicone lube and massage oil from reaching the sheets. Silicone and oil may need a pretreatment before washing the blanket itself.
Not necessarily, but many people find that knowing the bed is protected helps them relax. That relaxation can make exploring easier, whether or not squirting happens.
Educational content for adults, not medical advice. If you have pain, bleeding, or leak urine outside sex, talk to a gynecologist, urologist or pelvic floor physiotherapist.
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