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Sleep Green This Year!


There have been increased interests in buying “certified” green “organic” mattresses. These mattresses are made using only natural latex, and organic wool and cotton. These "green" mattresses are emerging as top choice for shoppers searching for a substitute to traditional mattresses which are made out of mostly synthetic materials; polyurethane foam and vinyl.

Since 2007, as these “green” mattresses have become more popular and sought-after, keeping up with demand has been difficult.  It was usually just a niche market, but these organic mattresses have made its way to the general consumer and its demand has risen every year since. Although these mattresses have made it to the mainstream, organic sleep systems are not easy constructed. They are made from labor intensive components – all of which requires careful planting, harvesting and processing to keep in line of organic standards.  Organic rubber, cotton, and wool are not factory made, which makes the process time and nature constrictive.

The overall benefits of green sleep systems start with the fact that pure, natural wool is a naturally flame resistant. Natural rubber is naturally anti-microbial, as well as mildew and mold resistive.  And neither rubber nor wool will attract dust mites which benefits allergy suffers.

Many products may be referenced as organic but it’s still necessary to seek and require proper certification. A shop keeper’s assurance that a product is truly organic, which is different from organically produced parts but factory processed in another, is not enough.  The most stringent standards for an organic certification are usually established at a local level, and usually by private organizations.  Certification serves as the industry’s seal of approval, and differs greatly from government regulation.  “Certificates of Sustainable Textiles” certify that pesticides are not allowed in the cotton fields or the sheep’s grazing fields.

Consider a green mattress today! You will enjoy the support of a natural rubber mattress and the softness due to the natural wool and cotton. They provide a great night sleep and helps conserve resources and eliminate pollutants in the earth.  How great is that!

To get more information on “green” mattresses and  various organic sleep systems that are available, please visit www.theorganicmattressstore.com, www.greensleep.com, www.VIVETIQUE.com, www.royal-pedic.com, www.lifekind.com,  www.cozypure.com, www.ecochoices.com or www.KEETSA.com.