1.     A Natural Sleep Choice

Yes, a mattress can be latex AND natural, although this concept sometimes confuses people. While you might assume that latex is a chemical, it’s actually a natural material.

The rubber tree sap for a natural mattress is harvested using a sustainable method. It’s then combined with other natural elements to form the latex foam for a mattress. A great example of this process is the Botanical Bliss Organic mattress by PlushBeds.

But please know that not all mattresses are truly natural. Some models are a blend of natural and synthetic latex. Thus, they contain potentially harmful chemicals. And that’s different still from memory foam mattresses that have the problem of chemical off-gassing.

Basically, what makes a latex mattress “natural” is that it has no synthetic material within it. Thus, this type of mattress offers a safe and healthy sleep environment because it is not toxic. The best ones, such as PlushBeds Botanical Bliss, fight effectively against mold and dust mites. As dust mite allergies can make you sneeze and cough, not to mention worsening asthma, all of which will likely keep you from getting the good sleep that your body needs to repair and rejuvenate.

As for a moldy mattress, it can make you sick, from irritating the eyes to having an allergic reaction. Thankfully, a quality natural latex mattress is highly resistant to mold.

2.     Organic Standard for Peace of Mind

If your mattress has a GOLS certification, then it has met a demanding organic standard. GOLS is an acronym for Global Organic Latex Standard. And that can calm your mind as an organic mattress contains only raw materials that have not had contact with pesticides, chemicals, and more.

For organic latex to receive GOLS certification, it must be at or above rigid processing and manufacturing standards. Specifically, the mattress must have at least 95% certified organic materials, with restrictions on the remaining 5%, such as chemical flame retardants.

Obviously, not all mattresses meet the high standards. The Botanical Bliss mattress from PlushBeds is a quality example, made of GOLS certified organic wool and natural Dunlop latex layers. It even has an organic cover.

Another good indicator that you’re actually getting an organic mattress is the GreenGuard Gold certification. Impressively, Botanical Bliss has this certification too. By achieving the GreenGuard Gold standard, PlushBed is one of less than 1% of U.S. mattresses that meet this threshold of very low emissions.

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And that makes the mattress all the better for older people and children, who are more susceptible to health issues than adults generally. But, in our opinion, not breathing in emissions as you sleep is a positive thing for anyone’s respiratory health. Off-gassing from chemicals in mattresses that aren’t certified organic might also cause headaches.

On a related note, if you can’t find mention online of a brand being certified organic, then reach out to the manufacturer and ask them. If they don’t answer you directly or can’t provide you with proof of certification then you might want to think twice about whether the latex is fully organic.

Lastly, an organic latex mattress from PlushBeds is healthy for the environment because it is made responsibly. The sap from rubber trees that is vital to this mattress composition is very sustainable. Removing the sap doesn’t hurt the trees and those trees typically have very long lifespans.

3.     Customizable for More Comfort

The third benefit of latex mattresses are their customizability. As there are no glues between layers of PlushBeds mattresses, they can be custom ordered online. This means that if you want more support on one side then that is possible with this particular brand.

For example, the Natural Bliss mattress has either a single or double comfort layer. Simply choose which one you prefer. The 8-inch thick model has a single layer, while the double comfort style is 10-inches thick.

Personally, we really like being able to customize the firmness of a mattress as there can’t possibly be one design that suits all bodies. For example, people have different shapes, weights, and preferred sleeping positions. By creating a custom bed, you are then more likely to get a higher level of comfort for your unique body.

And when you are comfortably on a mattress then you’re more likely to rest fully and then nod off to sleep. The result can be a great, long sleep that you wake up from feeling full of energy for the day and have the motivation to exercise. You’ll also likely feel less irritable than if your sleep wasn’t as good the night before.

By the way, you also risk lower immune function, which means you might get a common cold more easily, if you’re not getting enough sleep. So don’t skimp on sleep, if possible. And it IS possible to get a more comfy sleep to fall asleep and stay asleep when you invest in a quality latex mattress at home.

Final Words on Your Health and Latex Mattresses

As we’ve noted above, not all latex mattresses are made the same. To ensure you get one capable of all three health benefits above, look for a mattress that is certified organic, rather than simply throwing out the word organic without explaining how they define it. PlushBeds offers Botanical Bliss mattress is GOLS certified, for example.

We also recommend PlushBeds for combating off-gassing, as well as resisting dust mites and mold very well. Finally, the customizable mattresses allow you to choose the amount of support you want for a highly comfortable experience, which leads to a good sleep. All of these details are important for maintaining good health. A healthy sleep experience is what you deserve!

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If you want to learn more about the PlushBeds Organic Latex Mattresses, get to know everything about it in our PlushBeds Mattress Review.