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Natural Latex Foam Mattresses: A Healthy Alternative to Memory Foam
Did you know that natural latex foam mattresses, made from the latex sap of the rubber tree, are a much safer alternative to the popular memory foam mattresses? Memory foam mattresses, like most commercially available mattresses, are made from petroleum based polyurethane foam, an extremely flammable material. Known as "solid gasoline" by firefighters, the polyurethane foam in most commercially available mattresses burns so furiously that strict new fire resistance standards have been written into law, starting with California in 2005 and going nationwide in 2006. These strict new fire resistance standards are being met by tripling the amount of fire retardant chemicals, called PDBEs, that are added to manufacture memory foam mattresses and mattress toppers. Most mattress purchasers are unaware of the fire danger posed by polyurethane mattresses. But the greater danger may be the higher concentrations of PDBEs used to help prevent combustion in memory foam mattresses. PDBEs build up in the body in ways similar to banned PCBs, and they have been linked to cancer and other illnesses. PDBEs have already been banned in Europe, but not in North America. Some medical researchers believe that the extra load of PDBEs in newly made mattresses will cause millions of cancer cases in the coming decades. Because you lie directly on your mattress for 8 hours every night, your body has its greatest contact with the dangerous PDBEs while you sleep, and they pass right through your skin. The solution to the PDBE problem is to do what the Europeans already do, sleep on natural latex mattresses. Natural latex mattresses are made from the sap of the tropical rubber tree. Natural latex foam does not burn well, and most natural latex mattresses are also quilted with organic cotton and wool which makes them very fire resistant, complying with all current fire codes. Latex foam comes a variety of densities for different firmness needs, and, unlike memory foam, it doesn't have to heat up to cradle the body--the effect is immediate. Most people find 100% natural latex foam mattresses to be incredibly comfortable, relieving pressure points and improving circulation. Another great characteristic of latex is its durability. Latex mattresses have been known to last up to 30 years. Because of their resilience, latex mattresses do not need to be turned like innerspring mattresses. Because latex mattresses do not have innersprings, they require a firmer foundation than the traditional boxsprings. Latex mattresses can be used with a platform bed, a slat foundation which looks like traditional boxsprings, but has slats on the top, or a solid wood foundation, which also looks like boxsprings but has a plywood top usually covered by fabric. Chemical-free natural latex mattresses are produced by a number of North American manufacturers, the largest of which are Vivetique - Crown City Mattress, located in South El Monte, California, and Obasan, located in Ottawa, Canada. There are also a number of European importers of natural latex foam mattresses, the biggest of which is Green Sleep from Belgium. Retailers of natural latex mattresses include a variety of local mattress stores who carry products from these manufacturers. There are also nationwide web retailers, like Dax Stores, which usually have the best prices for these natural latex mattresses. Mark Sweiger (msweiger@NOSPAMearthlink.net) is a freelance reporter on home and garden topics and ecological news. He strongly recommends that you protect your health and safety by sleeping on a latex mattress.
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Everything You Need To Know About Buying The Perfect Memory Foam Mattresses.
It?s a stressful life! We wake up five days a week in order to take on our daily work, chores and routines. Now, fatigue is the last thing we want to deal with. For those who don?t really know it, the main part of how you function right through the day, concerns the night's sleep you get. Sure, every person needs a good night?s sleep to prepare them for that new day ahead. Well we have a number of sleep options at our fingertips. No matter what you are looking for perhaps that old-school coil mattress, or searching for a new-age air bed, the choice is yours. The revolutionary memory foam mattresses are definitely one of the most popular and highly recommended ways to snooze on. These space-age beds are designed with pure comfort in mind.
What Is Futon And How To Buy It?
Futon is a word that describe the traditional Japanese bedding style and this term usually called by most of Americans. Japanese usually define the word ?shikibuton?, which actually refer to mattress. But in terms of American using this word usually refer to more broad meaning of either the mattress, or the convertible furniture it sits upon, or both.
Futon Mattress: Replace It Or Buy A New Bed?
A futon mattress is a unique style of mattress. It can be harder to find then other types of mattresses simply because these types of beds are not as often found. You?ll also find that these mattresses are unique because of the way that they need to fold, when the futon is placed in an upright position. The good news is that it can be affordable to purchase a new mattress for your futon especially when you have a standard sized mattress need. But, you should take the time to really look at the quality of what you are purchasing. Yes, you can also replace the entire bed too.
Memory Foam Mattresses
Ever since the dawn of human kind, there have been those who looked to the stars. Looking in wonder and awe.
Experience Incredible Comfort With Air Mattress For Sofa Beds
There comes a time during long visits to a friend or relative?s house, whereupon realizing you will probably stay the night, that the inevitable dread sets in: where will you sleep? If you?re lucky, your host will have a spare bedroom, but more often than not, you?re presented with the spare bed of choice -- a sofa bed. What do you have to look forward to? Creaky hinges, a paper-thin mattress and an ill-conceived metal frame that will contribute to making absolutely sure that your night is, quite literally, as sleepless as possible!
Understanding Memory Foam Mattresses And What To Avoid When Buying Them Online.
Memory Foam is a very difficult product to understand in general. There are so many myths and false truths on the internet that it is difficult to understand the product and how to find the right one for you. There are two key things that must be known before purchasing a memory foam product online. The first is density and the second is ILD (Indention Load Deflection - or FIRMNESS). Most listings don't even mention ILD and density is very often lied about on Ebay.
Memory Foam - The Perfect Mattress
Memory foam mattress is the answer to all your mattress-related problems. It is not like other mattresses, which do not align your body when you lie on them. Ordinary mattresses are either too soft or too rigid. Due to this, they cannot give complete comfort. Memory foam mattress is made to give your body full comfort. It is made of ?visco elastic? that moulds itself to your body shape and regains its original shape when you get up. It relieves pressure by offering support to all parts of the body. You will feel relaxed once you lie down on this mattress.
Little Known Facts About Waterbeds And Waterbed Mattress Safety Tips
Whether you?re an existing waterbed owner or you?re considering to buy a waterbed, the following are some important facts about waterbeds which you don?t usually find in the vendor websites or any waterbed stores. Some of the information you?re about to read could be shocking that even most existing waterbed owners who have been sleeping for years, are unaware of.
The One Problem I Had With A Tempurpedic Mattress
In 1992 Tempurpedic mattresses were imported into the US by CEO Bob Trussell from Sweden where they were first made out of special viscoelastic (temperature sensitive) foam that was originally invented by NASA to use in their space program and perfected in Sweden over a decade of research.
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