What Are the Benefits of an All-Natural Mattress?

An all-natural mattress is made from materials that come from nature.  These materials include latex, cotton, wool, and coils and don't have any synthetic (memory) foams, polyester, and chemical treatments. The difference is substantial... natural materials are healthier, more durable, and they sleep better.

Healthier

Mattresses made with synthetic polyurethane foam (AKA memory foam) release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into your bedroom air.  That "new mattress smell" is literally chemicals evaporating from the surface of your mattress, affecting the quality of the air you breathe while you sleep.  The chemicals used in memory foam mattresses have been linked to respiratory diseases, cancer, and can trigger reactions from those individuals with allergies and chemical sensitivities.

Conversely, natural materials like natural latex, wool, and cotton don't off-gas. They might have a faint natural scent (like wool or rubber), but the smell is not toxic and it typically fades quickly. If you have asthma, allergies, or chemical sensitivities, a natural mattress can eliminate one of the most common sources of indoor air pollution.

Temperature Regulation

Natural mattresses sleep cooler than mattresses made with memory foam.  The materials used in natural mattresses breathe - pulling the warmer air near the surface of the mattress through the sides and bottom of the mattress. Natural latex has an open-cell structure that allows airflow. Wool not only wicks away moisture but it also regulates temperature naturally. Cotton is soft and breathable.

Mattresses made with memory foam, on the other hand, trap heat against your body, causing you to sleep hot and wake up sweaty. If you're a hot sleeper, a natural mattress might be your key to better, cooler sleep.

Durability

Natural mattresses last A LOT longer than mattresses made with memory foam.  Natural latex lasts 15-20+ years without breaking down. Wool and organic cotton are incredibly resilient. Pocketed coil systems in handcrafted mattresses (like Hypnos and Whitney Natural) are built to support you for decades.

Unfortunately, mattresses made with memory foam start to break down and sag within the first couple years, forcing you to replace them much more frequently. 

It's up to you... do you invest in a natural mattress that will be around for 15+ years or go with something cheaper that you may have to replace in a few years?

Better for Allergies

Natural latex is resistant to dust mites and mold. Wool is naturally antimicrobial. Organic cotton doesn't contain pesticide residues or chemical finishes. If you suffer from allergies or asthma, a natural mattress reduces triggers that come from mainstream mattresses made with memory foam and harsh chemicals.

The Verdict

All-natural mattresses may cost more upfront, but they last longer, sleep better, and don't pollute the air you breathe in your home. If you care about the air you breathe when you sleep at night or want to provide a healthier environment for you and your family, what type of mattresses you sleep on matters. At The Organic Bedroom, we carry all-natural and organic mattresses from brands like Naturepedic, Hypnos, Williams Co, Whitney Natural, and Berkeley Ergonomics. Give us a call or come visit our Raleigh, NC showroom to feel the difference for yourself.

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