Kolcraft Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress
The Kolcraft Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress weighs 7.6 lb and is 5.1 in thick, per Kolcraft. A light foam crib mattress with an embossed waterproof cover at a low price.
Made in the USA, per the maker “Proudly made in the USA of U.S. and imported parts” Source
- $79.99List price
- 5.13 inThickness
- 7.6 lbWeight
- FoamCore
How the Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress stacks up
Against the 42 single-sided crib mattresses we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.
Within the typical range for single-sided crib mattresses (7 lb to 10.9 lb).
Within the typical range for single-sided crib mattresses (5 in to 5.1 in).
Within the typical range for single-sided crib mattresses ($63.99 to $99.99).
What sets the Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress apart
Measured against the 42 single-sided crib mattresses we compare, from each maker's published specs.
- Weight: 7.6 lbin the middle half of the 33 single-sided crib mattresses that publish it (7 lb to 10.9 lb)
Next to its closest matches
- Dream On Me Starbright Breathable Foam Crib and Toddler MattressNext to it, the Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress is 1.6 lb heavier; 0.9 in thinner.
- Graco Premium Foam Crib and Toddler MattressNext to it, the Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress is 0.6 lb heavier; 0.1 in thicker; $20 less.
- Graco Deluxe Foam Crib and Toddler MattressNext to it, the Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress is 0.6 lb heavier; 0.6 in thicker; $20 less.
Fit check
| Size, per the maker | 52 × 27.88 × 5.13 in |
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Crib types on Cribpicks that take a full-size crib mattress:
Listed features
- Light at 7.6 lb
- Waterproof cover that cleans easily
- GREENGUARD Gold stated
Worth checking
- Single firmness, not two-stage
- Shorter warranty than some rivals
Where to buy the Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress
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Full specs
| Kolcraft Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress | |
|---|---|
| Type | Crib mattress |
| List price | $79.99 |
| Size | 52 × 27.9 × 5.1 in |
| Thickness | 5.1 in |
| Weight | 7.6 lb |
| Core | Foam: lightweight |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Certifications | GREENGUARD Gold |
| Warranty | 5 years, workmanship and materials |
| Made in | USA (U.S. and imported parts) |
Compare the Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress with
How each closest rival differs from the Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress, from the makers' specs.
- Dream On MeStarbright Breathable Foam Crib and Toddler Mattress6 lb6 in thick$75.99
- 1.6 lb lighter
- 0.9 in thicker
- $4 less
- GracoPremium Foam Crib and Toddler Mattress7 lb5 in thick$99.99
- 0.6 lb lighter
- 0.1 in thinner
- $20 more
- GracoDeluxe Foam Crib and Toddler Mattress7 lb4.5 in thick$99.99
- 0.6 lb lighter
- 0.6 in thinner
- $20 more
- Delta ChildrenAire Standard Crib and Toddler Foam Mattress 5"10.9 lb5 in thick$79.99
- 3.3 lb heavier
- 0.1 in thinner
Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress: questions answered
From Kolcraft's published specs, last checked 2026-11-02.
What's the difference between the Kolcraft Fresh Start Premium Waterproof Crib Mattress and the Dream On Me Starbright Breathable Foam Crib and Toddler Mattress?
By the maker specs, the Starbright Breathable Foam Crib and Toddler Mattress lists for $4 less, the Starbright Breathable Foam Crib and Toddler Mattress is lighter (6 vs 7.6 lb). See them side by side.
Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.
More single-sided crib mattresses
- DaVinciComfort Crib Mattress9.3 lb5 in thick$99
- SertaSignature Dual Sided 5-Inch Crib and Toddler Mattress in a Box10.9 lb5 in thick$69
- GracoBasics 5-Inch Water-Resistant Crib & Toddler Mattress7.5 lb5 in thick$79.99
- Simmons KidsRadiant Sky Dual Sided Baby Crib Mattress and Toddler Mattress5 in thick$109$109.99
- Dream On MeSnooze Crib & Toddler Mattress6 lb5 in thick$79.99
- Serta (made by Delta Children)Perfect Embrace8 lb5 in thick$89.99
Where these specs come from
Last checked 2026-11-02. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.