How to store a latex mattress

Store Mattresses Flat

Inside are coils, padding, and springs which may get damaged when you store the mattress on its side. Mattress experts all agree that gravity will permanently distort your mattresses causing it to look misshapen. Store your mattresses flat on the ground or on top of boxes.

Wrap your mattress in a mattress storage bag or plastic.

Mattress storage bags are available at many hardware stores and among Access’s available on-site packing and moving supplies. If you’re using plastic, be sure to thoroughly clean and dry the mattress before wrapping it.

Natural latex mattresses are meant to last 10-20 years, which is much longer than your typical mattress-in-a-box. A natural latex mattress offers peace of mind because it will last for years but when it’s time for a new mattress, it will not leave a nasty carbon footprint behind.

Latex mattresses should be rotated every six months. Latex is more responsive than memory foam but still needs regular rotation to establish even wear, and rotating these beds may prolong their lifespans.

Latex is generally better than a memory foam mattress because it’s more durable and suitable for people with allergies. Both will work well to mold to your body and offer pressure relief on your back and joints.

If acute or chronic back pain keeps you awake at night, consider a latex mattress. Latex has the body-cradling properties of memory foam, but it also provides cushioned support and it does so naturally and without harmful chemicals. Aches and pains can also cause you to toss and turn in your sleep.

While natural latex is naturally bed bug resistant due to its dense construction, there is no such thing as a bed bug proof mattress. However, if you take preventative measures to avoid bed bug exposure along with owning a latex mattress, you should be in good shape to avoid an infestation in your bed.

Because natural latex is made with natural ingredients and contains no petrochemical, polyurethane, synthetic fillers, or toxic chemicals, you don’t even have to worry about airing the mattress or the room for days before sleeping on it.

Depending on the material make-up and the manufacturing process, the best latex mattress thickness can range between six and 13 inches. An all-latex mattress can be six to 12 inches thick, while blended latex mattresses are usually 8-12 inches thick.

Memory foam is more affordable, while latex is more durable; however, memory foam can retain body heat, but latex mattresses are heavy and awkward to move. We’ll learn what memory foam and latex are and the pros and cons of each.

One of the most affordable natural mattresses online is Awara. It has 9″ pocketed coils and 4″ of latex foam. It also comes with a full-year trial period and free returns.

Latex is considered one of the best materials for mattress construction due to its natural softness, breathability and resiliency. Like memory foam, latex is a great choice for side sleepers because it will conform to your figure and support your body’s natural curves and contours.

Latex versus innerspring mattresses

Latex is much better than innerspring when it comes to buying a great mattress. A basic innerspring mattress is very affordable, and many people own them, but they just do not perform as well as a latex mattress. You will find that a latex mattress will be a lot more comfortable.

Natural Latex is Safe, Comfortable and Extremely Durable

A natural latex mattress provides healthy sleeping environment, free from toxic fire-retardants, petroleum based foams, and VOCs. Natural latex is the ONLY natural foam available, don’t be fooled by “eco-friendly” petroleum foams or blended latex foams.

Is natural latex safe? Yes, natural latex is considered safe. It is not treated with harmful chemicals such as pesticides or formaldehyde. However, if you have a latex allergy, you may want to ask for a sample to see if you have a reaction before purchasing a latex mattress.

If someone describes severe latex sensitivity or allergy issues (throat closing, difficulty breathing, swellings on the skin) in response to latex, we recommend not buying any latex mattress, pillow, or mattress topper. If someone has a dangerous allergy, s/he should not sleep on latex, period.

So, either your Natural or Organic Latex mattress does not meet the UK Fire Safety Regulations or it does contain fire retardant chemicals (up to 5 kilos in a double mattress) or it contains graphite (which is a natural mineral giving fire retardancy) without additional chemical use. That’s fact.

You can rest assured knowing that the odors are non-toxic and not attributed to volatile organic compound off-gassing people report with polyurethane foams and glues. To answer the question of whether or not latex mattress smells, the simple answer is yes.

Only synthetic and blended latex mattresses have a smell to them, which is caused by the synthetic materials used to make the mattresses. These smells are also known as off gassing, which means that the chemicals used to make the mattress are releasing into the air.