Almost thirty per cent of our life is spent in our bed and therefore it is essential that we choose our mattress carefully. A high quality mattress must be so chosen that it can give proper rest to your body and mind and also it should not put your health in any kind of risk.
Among the various kinds of mattresses that are generally sold in the market, some of them are not a very healthy choice to use for sleeping. There are few standards specified for mattress flammability for the US mattresses so that in case of fire the mattresses should not catch it. Therefore, in order to meet such regulation most of the manufacturers of mattresses use certain chemicals that are fire retardant. These chemicals are as follows:
- Magnesium hydroxide
- Paraffin
- Aluminum hydroxide
- Organ halogen compounds
- Borates
Usually, most of the children are vulnerable to various chemicals because of following reasons
- They spend a considerable amount of time on the bed hence they are more likely to absorb these toxins by breathing or through their skins.
- Children are still in the developing stage and their immune, respiratory, neurological and reproductive system are in early stage of development and therefore they can be more affected by various chemicals.
- Development of the brain is another major concern. Any exposure to any harmful chemical may affect proper development of their brain which is realized in later part of their life.
- It is difficult to detoxify them or excrete the chemicals very easily
- If the children are absorbing and breathing so much chemicals then during their bedtime they cannot recover from them.
That is the reason you have to look for those mattresses that are free from any chemicals. Thus, the best choice would be to go for choosing any mattress made out of organic materials which can meet the US standard of regulation without using any kind of chemicals. Organic mattresses are free from synthetic materials, and they are not treated with any chemicals.
Following are the various hazards involved in conventional mattresses:
- Carcinogenic pesticides and chemicals
- Chemical flame-retardant chemicals
- Polyurethane foam
- Increases allergies
- Decreases respiratory health
- Antibiotic use
- Hazardous production process
- Devastating environmental impact
- Quickly compresses and degrades
Organic latex mattresses are usually made of organic cotton, organic latex and organic wool. All these are cultivated in the field without using any pesticide and there are no chemicals involved in the production of organic latex. Organic mattresses use organic wool that meets the fire-retardant regulations.
Also, organic mattresses are durable, hypo-allergenic and biodegradable. By choosing an organic latex mattress you are making a green choice and therefore you are helping to reduce carbon footprint. At the same time, you are preventing any harmful toxins in the air. Therefore, it is better to choose any mattress of organic latex which offers the following benefits.
- Free from any chemicals
Materials for organic latex mattresses are processed and manufactured by using such material which are free from synthetic chemicals. Neither these organic materials are ever dipped or washed by using any harmful chemicals. Also, they are free from any kind of pesticides.
There are few organic cottons that are grown without using any pesticides and also in their manufacturing process, usually no chemicals are used. Also, the mattresses formed by them are not coated with any carcinogenic pesticides and chemicals that can retard fire. Here organic wools are used which are natural fire retardant. Therefore, they also meet the US safety regulations.
- Hypo-allergenic
People who are suffering from any kind of respiratory problems or certain allergies are recommended to use mattresses made of organic latex materials. These allergies and respiratory problems are usually caused by various pesticides and chemical toxins that are present during the manufacturing process of any conventional mattresses. Organic latex mattresses are hypoallergenic because they are totally free from any chemicals or pesticides.
The materials that go into manufacturing of organic latex mattresses are organic wool, organic cotton and organic latex. Organic cottons are bleach free, pigment free, pesticide free and hypoallergenic. During the manufacturing process of organic cotton, no chemicals are used therefore there is little likelihood that organic cotton will cause any kind of allergic reaction to people whose body is chemical sensitive. Also, organic cotton does not contain any kind of metal which may cause allergic reaction.
These organic wools are also not dipped in any kind of abusive chemicals and also it can resist mold, bacteria, dust mites and mildew. The fibers of the wool contain scales that behave as self-cleaner and help in transporting out the moisture and allergens. Wool easily releases moisture from it and hence no damp situation gets created to form mold or dust mites.
Organic latex materials are anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, hypo-allergenic and water resistant. Therefore, it will not allow any bedbugs, mildew, mold, fungus, bacteria, dust mites and any other allergens. Your respiratory health can also improve with the use of natural latex.
- Regulates temperature
It is possible to regulate body temperature with the help of organic latex mattresses. During summer time the organic cotton remains cool while during winter season the cotton will remain warm. It can wick away our body moisture and help in regulating body temperature. Due to lower humidity our heart rate becomes calmer. The skin temperature remains well regulated that helps in getting good sleep during night.
- Durability
As compared to any synthetic mattresses, organic latex mattresses are much more durable as they do not break down so easily. The organic textiles that goes into organic latex mattresses are flexible and long-lasting. In wet conditions, the organic wool can be stretched up to 50 per cent and when it is dry then it can be stretched up to 30 per cent. It can again bounce back to its original condition when the stress is released. It is possible to bend wool fiber more than twenty thousand times without breaking. Woolen fabrics can not get teared because of its natural elasticity property.
- Sustainable and biodegradable
By choosing to buy organic latex mattresses you are reducing the carbon footprint and also helping to save our ecosystem. They are both sustainable as well as biodegradable. All the components of organic latex mattresses e.g. organic latex, organic cotton or organic wool are renewable and they make very low impact on our planet. They also maintain the fertility of the soil since natural fertilizer is used instead of any pesticide.
Also, latex extractions are sustainable. You need not cut the rubber trees from where latex is extracted therefore when organic cotton is grown then there is least effect on the environment. Neither any toxic pesticide and chemical fertilizer is used also due to federal rule you are not allowed to grow any genetically modified cotton.
Wools on the other hand can be obtained from sheep every year and it is a renewable source. Wool is also biodegradable and kinder to earth as compared to oil-based synthetic products that are responsible for global pollution.
- Natural flame resistant
There is no need to use any kind of harmful chemicals to make organic latex mattresses flame retardant as it contains organic wool. Wool is such a kind of fiber that is natural fiber resistant. It contains a kind of protein which is called keratin and when it gets mixed with moisture then it provides lots of challenges for any kind of ignition. Another protective layer of Lanolin which is found in wool makes it resistant to flame. Though wool can burn if the fire is very intense however if the source of flame is removed then it gets extinguished all by itself.
- Infant approved
These types of organic latex mattresses are very much suitable for infants. It forms a natural cushion that can help the babies to cradle and also sooth the body. As the organic wool has got the natural ability to control body temperature and therefore the baby remains relaxed and comfortable. Wool works as insulation and thus during summer it remains cool while during winter it remains warm. Since the wool is fire retardant and pesticide free and therefore the baby will always remain comfortable and safe and can have uninterrupted sleep.
Keeping in view of so many benefits that you obtain from organic latex mattresses as compared to others available in the market, it is better to choose this kind of mattress for your bedroom.
