Frequently Asked Questions about Natural Latex Mattress

Ask a lot of questions when it comes to a natural latex mattress. That way you can be sure you are purchasing the perfect one for your needs.

Being environmentally conscious with your mattress purchase can be wise and healthy decision for your family. A natural latex mattress is one of the best and most popular choices for comfort and an eco-conscious consumer.

Made from the sap of the rubber tree, natural latex mattresses are sustainably sourced. As with most big purchase it helps to do a little research first. Here are some of the questions potential buyers should ask.

What percentage of the bed is natural latex?

There is no such thing as a 100% natural latex mattress. If someone is making this claim they are misinformed. There’s actually about 95%-97% latex in a natural latex mattress. The remaining 3 -5% comprises other substances used to turn latex into rubber foam, mostly sulfur and some additives. Make sure to ask what percentage of fillers have been used.

Blended or synthetic foams may contain only a small percentage of natural rubber and cannot compare to the purity of natural latex. Read more from this blog: https://healthybedstore.com/blogs/blog/frequently-asked-questions-about-natural-latex-mattress