Natural Latex Mattresses
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All natural latex mattresses have been taking the market by storm over the past twenty years.
They have actually been manufactured since even before World War II, but they have only recently gained popularity as a bedding choice.
In order to choose the right latex foam mattress you first need to know the difference between natural and synthetic latex foam.
Then we will explore the difference between Dunlop and Talalay latex before viewing a few of the most popular natural latex mattress models.
Synthetic v. Natural Latex Mattresses
Natural latex comes from the sap of rubber trees in the rainforests of the world. It can be harvested from living trees, much as maple syrup is done.
This makes all natural latex a favorite of both environmentalists and sustainable development advocates alike.
Synthetic latex is made from petrochemicals. It was originally invented during World War II and is still used today. Under a microscope there is no discernable difference between natural and synthetic.
Some people claim they can feel the difference when they sleep, but that is not a universally accepted fact.
The biggest differences between synthetic and natural latex mattresses are their environmental impact and their prices. Natural latex is the greener option and is also non-toxic. However, it does cost slightly more when adjusting for all other factors.
An organic latex mattress must meet an even stricter set of requirements in order to be certified 100% chemical-free.
Dunlop v. Talalay Latex
There are two different methods of making 100% natural latex mattresses. Each works equally well, but different mattress experts vary in their opinions as to which method produces the best latex mattress.Dunlop is the older method of making a latex foam mattress. Essentially the rubber is filtered, infused with water and air bubbles, and then slowly heated until it becomes a solid state.
Dunlop latex is slightly firmer than talalay. It may also yield more internal imperfections in the latex.
Talalay latex begins the same way as Dunlop, but after the water and air bubbles are added to the liquid latex it is flash frozen and then superheated to form a solid state. This means that the air bubbles are suspended in latex and the overall mattress is slightly softer.
Since most people buy natural latex mattresses for their support, it is up to you whether you would rather have a slightly firmer or softer surface. Some people claim they can't even tell the difference between the two.
Popular Natural Latex Models
If you are interested in owning a natural latex mattress there are many sources of latex mattress reviews for these organic bedding options. Some favorite picks are the Savvy Rest, the Lifekind OrganicPedic, and the Natura Eco-Haven.Savvy Rest latex foam mattresses can be found online or at the Natural Sleep Store. This latex bed is made of individual layers of either Dunlop or Talalay latex. You can customize the firmness on each side of a king or queen mattress.
If you aren't happy with the firmness once you take it home, you can continue to add or remove latex layers until you are. This mattress has an organic cotton cover and a twenty year warranty. A queen is about $2000.
Lifekind OrganicPedic is also customizable. There are three different layers of latex of varying densities. All three layers are made of Talalay latex. The top layer can be customized on either side.
The cover of this mattress is made of cotton, wool, and silica gel to meet flame retardant standards. It also comes with a twenty year warranty by is about $3000 for a queen.
Natura Eco-Haven is the softest of the three mattresses reviewed here. It has a six inch layer of firm latex topped with a two inch pillow top layer of less dense (and therefore softer) latex.
It recommended for people who like a softer mattress but still want to try out natural latex. Again, there is a twenty year warranty, all for about $3200.
Choosing a natural latex mattress means that you are not only giving yourself a great night's sleep, but you are also helping the environment. As long as you can manage the steep prices, you should find sleeping on a natural latex mattress very restful and comfortable.
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