A latex mattress is an investment in the quality of life for you and your family. It is not unusual for a quality latex mattress to out live even two or three conventional innerspring mattresses. The value of the sleep comfort associated with latex mattresses extends into all your waking hours in the form of revitalized energy for work, play and relationships. The quality of the latex utilized in your mattress, whether it is a latex blend or all natural latex, determines the quality of your investment.
When you begin the process of purchasing a latex mattress, begin by first determining the origins of the latex and its composition. You will probably already have decided if you are looking for an all natural latex mattress, usually with an organic cover, or a mattress using blended latex. Both offer the excellent weight distribution and the relief of pressure points that have made latex such a popular sleeping surface. There has been a recent surge of interest in natural latex mattresses, covered with organic materials, as a result of concerns over possible toxic chemicals utilized as fire-retardants. Research carefully and with any online purchase, make certain that you have the opportunity to discuss the details of the latex with a knowledgeable salesperson.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
The Importance of Choosing Quality Latex
Latex mattresses have become the rage on the internet of late and, of course, can vary greatly in price. While the height of the mattress and the quality of the cover are important details in the purchase of a latex mattress, the most important consideration is the source of the latex. Latex can be provided as a blend of synthetic and natural latex, or as all natural latex.
Latex is produced by two different methods, the Dunlop process and the Talalay process, and either process can produce natural latex or blended latex. Adding to the confusion is the prevalence of some mattress and latex suppliers to use the term natural latex for any latex that contains some percentage of natural latex. Equally confusing is the term 100% natural latex, as all latex includes some residual proteins, soap and zinc, and at most can be about 97% natural latex.
The single most important consideration is the actual source of the latex utilized for your mattress, and then the determination of natural or blended latex. All natural latex mattresses have become very popular for consumers who are trying to create a bedroom free of synthetics and chemicals. However blended latex is possibly more durable than all natural and certainly offers all the benefits that latex provides for a premium sleep surface. Considering the durability and extended warranties offered for latex mattresses, it’s worth the cost to purchase latex that you are certain comes from well established latex manufacturers such as Latex International, Dunlopillo, Latex Green, and others. Avoid latex of indeterminate origins as it’s very difficult to ascertain the quality of latex from manufacturers that don’t handle latex in the high volumes of more established companies.
Latex is produced by two different methods, the Dunlop process and the Talalay process, and either process can produce natural latex or blended latex. Adding to the confusion is the prevalence of some mattress and latex suppliers to use the term natural latex for any latex that contains some percentage of natural latex. Equally confusing is the term 100% natural latex, as all latex includes some residual proteins, soap and zinc, and at most can be about 97% natural latex.
The single most important consideration is the actual source of the latex utilized for your mattress, and then the determination of natural or blended latex. All natural latex mattresses have become very popular for consumers who are trying to create a bedroom free of synthetics and chemicals. However blended latex is possibly more durable than all natural and certainly offers all the benefits that latex provides for a premium sleep surface. Considering the durability and extended warranties offered for latex mattresses, it’s worth the cost to purchase latex that you are certain comes from well established latex manufacturers such as Latex International, Dunlopillo, Latex Green, and others. Avoid latex of indeterminate origins as it’s very difficult to ascertain the quality of latex from manufacturers that don’t handle latex in the high volumes of more established companies.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Latex Mattress for the Savvy Sailor
The close quarters and unusual conditions of a boat make it hard to find a good mattress. Luckily for the sea faring adventurer, there are several innovations in bedding well suited to the demands of the boating. While polyurethane foam, memory foam and latex are all used for maritime bedding, latex is truly the only logical choice of sleep surface for a water bound vessel.
The latex mattress is not only the best quality sleep surface that money can buy, but it is also better equipped to handle the problems an oceanic environment creates for bedding.
Latex is an unparalleled sleep surface both at sea and on dry land. Overall benefits of latex include durability, comfort and support of your posture. Latex spreads the body’s weight more evenly than a normal mattress. This prevents pressure points that cause discomfort, back problems and disrupted sleep. A latex mattress also maintains its firmness so it won’t sag and doesn’t require flipping.
The latex mattress is not only the best quality sleep surface that money can buy, but it is also better equipped to handle the problems an oceanic environment creates for bedding.
Latex is an unparalleled sleep surface both at sea and on dry land. Overall benefits of latex include durability, comfort and support of your posture. Latex spreads the body’s weight more evenly than a normal mattress. This prevents pressure points that cause discomfort, back problems and disrupted sleep. A latex mattress also maintains its firmness so it won’t sag and doesn’t require flipping.
Creating a Bedroom for Safe Sleep
Pollution, in all its forms, has become a justifiable concern in our modern life. Studies have shown that our indoor air is often 3-5 times more polluted in than the air outside. Often it is the very chemicals we use to clean that contribute to air quality problems inside the home. In addition, most bedding and mattresses are treated with a variety of chemicals. Most conventional innerspring mattresses contain chemical fire-retardants and formaldehyde is commonly used to create wrinkle free sheets.
The proximity of harsh or toxic chemicals while you are sleeping is best to avoid. The popularity of the latex mattress, using natural materials in the cover instead of chemical fire-retardants, should come as no surprise. When we consider that a full third of our life is spent in the bedroom, it makes sense to choose the most careful approach in creating a safe refuge that is as chemical and toxin free as possible.
The other important components for safe sleeping are chemical free sheets, blankets and pillows. The best materials are free of synthetic dyes, bleaches and wrinkle proofing treatments. Organic cotton and wool are great choices, and can easily found on-line. Natural pillows filled with buckwheat, natural latex and cotton or wool provide safe sleep comfort free of chemical and dust mites.
The proximity of harsh or toxic chemicals while you are sleeping is best to avoid. The popularity of the latex mattress, using natural materials in the cover instead of chemical fire-retardants, should come as no surprise. When we consider that a full third of our life is spent in the bedroom, it makes sense to choose the most careful approach in creating a safe refuge that is as chemical and toxin free as possible.
The other important components for safe sleeping are chemical free sheets, blankets and pillows. The best materials are free of synthetic dyes, bleaches and wrinkle proofing treatments. Organic cotton and wool are great choices, and can easily found on-line. Natural pillows filled with buckwheat, natural latex and cotton or wool provide safe sleep comfort free of chemical and dust mites.
Monday, March 24, 2008
Creating Deep and Restful Sleep
It’s possible that no area of your daily life needs more attention than creating the proper environment for restful, revitalizing sleep. In lifestyles where we regularly depend on the fast pace of our lives to accomplish all our daily tasks, it can be easy to over look our body’s need for deep and restful sleep. Current studies certainly prove this is most often the case. Many consumer are finding the benefits of a latex mattress greatly enhance the quality of their sleep.
Natural sleep refers to the rhythm of sleep habits that enhance the rest and relaxation that you carry forward into your daily life. Sleep creates a reservoir of recovery from daily stress that we draw upon during our waking hours. When this reservoir is deep and clear with powerful and refreshing energy, we bring the best of ourselves into our work and all our relationships.
Surveys have shown that between 40 and 60 percent of the general population regularly has trouble sleeping. It seems that we sometimes assume that a poor night’s sleep goes hand in hand with daily stress and worries, pressure from jobs and families and the aches and pains that accompany aging. However, a solid night of sleep is critical for our overall health and well-being. We just can’t put our best foot forward when a poor mattress robs us of the quality sleep we require.
Natural sleep refers to the rhythm of sleep habits that enhance the rest and relaxation that you carry forward into your daily life. Sleep creates a reservoir of recovery from daily stress that we draw upon during our waking hours. When this reservoir is deep and clear with powerful and refreshing energy, we bring the best of ourselves into our work and all our relationships.
Surveys have shown that between 40 and 60 percent of the general population regularly has trouble sleeping. It seems that we sometimes assume that a poor night’s sleep goes hand in hand with daily stress and worries, pressure from jobs and families and the aches and pains that accompany aging. However, a solid night of sleep is critical for our overall health and well-being. We just can’t put our best foot forward when a poor mattress robs us of the quality sleep we require.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
The Basics of Choosing a Latex Mattress
The popularity of latex mattresses grows daily and the internet features numerous configurations. However, a quality latex mattress should have three basic features:
1) The mattress should have a latex core of about 6 inches or more which provides the overall support for your body weight. The core of a latex mattress will provide its overall feel of firmness, generally medium or firm cores are the choices provided.
2) Many manufactures then provide the option of an additional layer of latex on top of the core. Sleep position, size and weight will dictate the choice for this layer, so be sure to get expert advice to fine tune your selection.
3) The cover for your latex mattress is equally important. Many consumers now choose a natural latex mattress with an organic cotton and natural wool cover. The addition of wool in the mattress cover provides unsurpassed moisture transport and aids in the regulation of body temperature. Wool is naturally anti-microbial and resists dust mites and mold.
1) The mattress should have a latex core of about 6 inches or more which provides the overall support for your body weight. The core of a latex mattress will provide its overall feel of firmness, generally medium or firm cores are the choices provided.
2) Many manufactures then provide the option of an additional layer of latex on top of the core. Sleep position, size and weight will dictate the choice for this layer, so be sure to get expert advice to fine tune your selection.
3) The cover for your latex mattress is equally important. Many consumers now choose a natural latex mattress with an organic cotton and natural wool cover. The addition of wool in the mattress cover provides unsurpassed moisture transport and aids in the regulation of body temperature. Wool is naturally anti-microbial and resists dust mites and mold.
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Popularity of the Latex Mattress
Latex mattresses are quickly finding their way into bedrooms across the country…..again. Latex foam was first created by a Dunlop research scientist in 1929 by whisking together liquid latex, soap and gelling agents and baking them in a steam oven. Latex quickly became popular for automotive cushions, seating for cinemas and, of course, mattresses and pillows.
The 1960’s saw the introduction of the more advanced Talalay Latex process, resulting in a product with greater uniformity and consistency that can be washed. Synthetic latex (SBR) can be blended with natural latex in either the original Dunlop Latex process or the Talalay Latex process.
The popularity of the latex mattress is a result of its amazing combination of comfort and durability. Latex can be produced in a variety of firmness levels, which can be layered to create the perfect combination of body support, weight distribution and relief of pressure points. Quality manufactures have begun building all natural latex mattresses by utilizing layers incorporating latex cores, toppers and a covers of organic cotton and organic wool to produce a custom feel for individual firmness comfort levels.
The 1960’s saw the introduction of the more advanced Talalay Latex process, resulting in a product with greater uniformity and consistency that can be washed. Synthetic latex (SBR) can be blended with natural latex in either the original Dunlop Latex process or the Talalay Latex process.
The popularity of the latex mattress is a result of its amazing combination of comfort and durability. Latex can be produced in a variety of firmness levels, which can be layered to create the perfect combination of body support, weight distribution and relief of pressure points. Quality manufactures have begun building all natural latex mattresses by utilizing layers incorporating latex cores, toppers and a covers of organic cotton and organic wool to produce a custom feel for individual firmness comfort levels.
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