Look for natural mattress materials
27/05/2011
One of the best ways to ensure a great night's sleep is to choose a mattress that has been made using natural materials, one expert has noted.
For example, natural latex is preferable to a synthetic product, mainly because it is made using sap from a rubber tree rather than petroleum, noted environmental journalist Candice Batista.
She also suggested in the article for yourhome.ca that anyone who already owns a decent mattress and bed frame but still wants something natural could invest in a mattress topper.
This will create a barrier between the person and the chemicals on their mattress and is also much easier to clean, Ms Batista added.
The Sleep Council recently offered its top tips on how to clean a mattress, which included avoiding using a vacuum cleaner, as this can dislodge the filling and make the surface uneven.
It also recommended sponging the surface with a damp cloth to remove stains.
Posted by Elizabeth Mewes
