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Naturepedic mattress firmness?
Question from Millie Does anyone own a Naturepedic mattress in a full or queen size? I am interested in purchasing one for my son. How firm is it and is it holding up well? I’m worried that it might be too firm. It seems the stores in my area only stock the crib size mattress. […]
September 28, 2009
Looking for a 100% Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Pad
Question from Annette Tweedel Hi, I am looking for a 100% Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Pad. We have been looking and so far we have only found one. It’s called Organic Mattress Protector Pad (Waterproof & Non-Waterproof) by Naturepedic for $139. I also just found this one on the internet through Debra’s listings. And it […]
September 14, 2009
Fleece Mattress Pad
Question from Ananda Hi Debra, I seem to recall that you mentioned a few months ago, that you would like to find a wool fleece mattress pad. I saw such a product on a recent trip. It was an organic wool fleece mattress pad with an organic cotton backing. I looked at it, and it […]
July 28, 2009
How Do I Stuff a Mattress?
Question from Linda Hi, i was wondering if you could give any info on how to stuff a mattress. I am going to order 80 pounds organic cotton from white lotus for $359 and 20 pounds of wool layers for $139. I am also gona purchase an organic queen futon cover from heart of vermont […]
July 27, 2009
Nature’s Rest Mattress
Question from Lisa I’m just about to purchase a new mattress for my daughter’s big-girl bed and was wondering if anyone has purchased a Nature’s Rest mattress and if yes, what style or level of green did you buy. As with anything it gets very confusing when everyone has their own language when it comes […]
Urine Smell in Mattresses
Question from Lisa I have two twin mattresses that have urine smells from a previous bed wetter. I still need to use these mattresses if possible. Do you know of anything I can use to remove the smell? I have tried a natural enzyme spray, along with sunshine, that has not worked. Any advice anyone […]
July 8, 2009
Blocking Latex Mattress Odor
Question from Kristen Hi Debra, We recently purchased a savvy rest serenity organic mattress for our daughters. We LOVE these beds but they have a smell to them, it’s not a chemical smell, it’s a latex smell. Will a regular mattress cover keep the smell away? Can I wrap this bed in bed covers that […]
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May 26, 2009
Blocking Latex Mattress Odor
Question from Kristen Hi Debra, We recently purchased a savvy rest serenity organic mattress for our daughters. We LOVE these beds but they have a smell to them, it’s not a chemical smell, it’s a latex smell. Will a regular mattress cover keep the smell away? Can I wrap this bed in bed covers that […]
Blocking Toxic Mattress Fumes
Question from laa Hi, we have to buy a new mattress – and it looks like we’ll have to buy a conventional innerspring (my husband does not want to take the risk of buying online, and not being able to return it if it’s too firm, or if we react to the organic cotton batting. […]
old spring mattress and base
Question from Gab I am trying to get the best possible set up for my house cannot afford organic bed. I have a very old matress and base set that seems not to affect me with cotton sheets and wool doona. have been feeling better does the old matresses and an old foam lounge eventually […]
May 12, 2009
Help me choose a mattress
Question from laa HI again, everyone – please Debra, could you advise: Many, many thanks. Your help is a godsend to many of us, Debra! Debra’s Answer Readers, please share your experience regarding mold on organic cotton mattresses, if any. I have only had one organic cotton futon, which I had only a few years, […]
May 6, 2009
Least Toxic Mattress
Question from Cheryl Hi all, I am trying to purchase a metal daybed for our guest room and am desperately needing advice about the two twin mattress. I want the least toxic option, but the prices are through the roof. This will be slept on currently as a guest bed (not too often and for […]
March 16, 2009
NAOMI mattress standards
Question from KP Hi there, I was wondering if you know who created the NAOMI mattress standards? I think their standards look wonderful but their is only one company who is apparently certified by them so I kind of smell a rat. Also do you know anything about pure rest mattresses, do you feel they […]
February 10, 2009
Naturepedic Mattresses
Question from KP HI Debra, I was wondering if any of your readers has tried out a naturepedic full size bed? We are looking into organic beds for our daughters and they seem to be good but would love to hear from others. Thank you Debra’s Answer Readers?
TOXIC ALERT! Crib Mattresses Contain Toxic Chemicals Banned by U.S. Government
Question from Barry A Cik I just wanted to tell all of you about some changes that are occurring regarding crib mattresses. In the State of California, it is illegal – as of January 1, 2009 – to sell a crib mattress containing phthalates. Local retailers in California may not sell them. Phthalates are a […]
January 20, 2009
New York Times Article on Natural Mattresses
I was quoted last Thursday in an article on natural mattresses in the New York Times: NY Times: The Stuffing Dreams Are Made Of? I recommend reading it as they did a great job describing the problems in the mattress market at the moment, with major manufacturers wanting to jump into the growing market for […]
Experience with Land and Sky Organic Mattress?
Question from Valerie W. My husband and I are interested in purchasing an organic latex mattress. We went to a store and tried the ‘Heaven and Earth’ 100% organic style from Land & Sky and really liked it. Have any of you had any experience with this company/mattress? Thank you, Valerie Debra’s Answer
December 1, 2008
Are organic mattresses truely free of flame retardant chemicals?
Question from Johanna Does anyone know if the below information about organic mattresses is really true? www.safecribbeds.com/faqs.asp Debra’s Answer I believe that this is incorrect. I personally know some manufacturers of organic mattress and they put no chemical flame retardants in their mattresses. Wool needs no chemicals to be naturally flame retardant. I think they […]
Kevlar Fibers in Mattresses
Question from Marcia Hi Debra: I was wondering if you are familiar with Kevlar Fibers being used for flame retardant in Sterns and Foster Mattresses instead of Antimony or PBDE’s which are very toxic. Supposedly Kevlar Fibers are what Bullet-proof materials are made from and these are woven into the mattress coverings. Thanks, Marcia California […]
November 24, 2008
Mattresses and dust-mites
Question from mclark My husband and I need to replace our mattress. I am planning on purchasing an organic mattress, but wanted to know what the best recommendation would be for a person with dust allergies. I do not want to buy an organic mattress and then turn around and buy a synthetic cover to […]
November 17, 2008
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