6 Reasons to buy a natural filling mattress

Mattresses filled with natural materials like wool, cotton, latex, and other plant-based fibres can be better for health and the environment.

10:33 19 February 2024

Mattresses filled with natural materials like wool, cotton, latex, and other plant-based fibres can be better for health and the environment than synthetic options.

Made of organic, biodegradable materials, they avoid using hazardous chemicals and emitting VOC gases, which some foam and polyurethane mattresses do. As substances like wool and cotton are breathable, a natural mattress allows air circulation, making for a comfortable and toxin-free night's sleep.

When these mattresses reach the end of life, their plant and animal fibre filling stays biodegradable instead of occupying landfills indefinitely. In short, natural filling makes mattresses sustainable for people and the planet. Here's why you should buy one:

• No Chemical Smells

The best thing about natural mattresses? You won't have to contend with that "new mattress" smell. Some synthetic foams give off chemical fumes from VOCs that can bother sensitive folks - we're talking headaches, breathing issues, the works. But pillow your head on a mattress made from organic cotton, fluffy wool, or latex? You'll be catching sweet Zzz from one night to the next.

• Long-Lasting Materials

Natural materials like wool, cotton, bamboo, and latex are durable and resilient. With proper care, these fibres maintain their shape and support for over a decade without developing impressions or sagging.

They withstand years of pressure and motion quite well. Materials like wool and latex are thermo-regulating, too, meaning they don't break down as fast under body heat. The natural fibres used in organic mattresses retain their integrity and give consistent comfort and support year after year.

• Breathability - No Closed Cell Foams

You'll sleep cooler on natural mattresses - it's their breathable design. Plant fibres, gentle wool, and latex foam have an open quality that welcomes airflow throughout the bed. This lets body heat and moisture dissipate so you don't wake up soaked in sweat.

Some synthetic foam mattresses are the opposite - they can trap heat something fierce with their closed cells that block airflow. But natural mattresses whisk away moisture and regulate your body temperature, so you slumber nicely and cool—no need to kick off the covers. You'll sleep sound all night long on those downy natural layers.

• Animal and Plant Fillings

Natural mattresses offer options to suit different preferences. Warm materials like wool or alpaca wool work well for those who sleep cold. For those wanting a more relaxed sleep, breathable cotton or latex can help dissipate body heat.

Organic cotton and latex skip synthetic additives and pesticides, appealing to people with chemical sensitivities. Plant-based options like organic cotton, flax, and hemp provide vegan-friendly alternatives. Meanwhile, cruelty-free yet renewable wool and hypoallergenic alpaca wool meet ethical sourcing standards.

• Incredible Performance

Natural mattresses offer exceptional comfort through materials that contour gently to the body's natural curves. Wool cradles pressure points, while buoyant latex or plant fibres provide contouring support that perfectly suits back sleepers. Their breathable structure also allows airflow to keep the sleep surface fresh and clean.

The antimicrobial and dust mite-resistant properties of wool, cotton, latex, and other natural fibres create a healthier sleeping environment free of irritants.

Natural materials provide tailored support by cradling the spine, whether you prefer plush softness or firmer reinforcement. Without synthetic additives, natural mattresses focus purely on healthy, wholesome comfort and care. Their renewable makeup delivers nightly renewal through ethical means.

• Excellent Value

Natural mattresses no longer automatically mean sky-high price tags. We offer quality natural options starting from just £330 for a double, like the Giltedge Beds Eco Lux Natural Mattress. Even some premium selections cost under £600, such as the exceptional comfort of the Wool Deluxe 1200 Mattress from Sleepeezee.

Thanks to rising consumer demand for sustainable beds, prices on features like supremely comfortable latex or luxurious layers of wool now put them well within reach. Without the markups of big brand names, our natural and organic mattresses focus value purely on ethical materials, masterful craftsmanship, and restorative sleep each night.