Purity and Sustainability

Written By Laura / June 23, 2010

Salon.com has published an important expose about the dangers of flame retardant chemicals. Read more about "The Poison Crib".

Written By Michael / June 02, 2010

“The most effective way to improve indoor air quality is to eliminate individual sources of pollution.” (EPA) Is your mattress a source?

Written By Laura / April 14, 2010

We’re a little embarrassed but mostly delighted that author Stefanie Iris Weiss has featured Savvy Rest natural latex mattresses in her new book.

Written By Michael / March 09, 2010

The term "organic mattress" is common within the natural bedding industry. So, how do we use it and what does it mean?

Written By Michael / August 11, 2009

Chemical flame retardants may have serious, long-term health consequences for developing children. Fortunately, there is an alternative.

Written By Laura / August 10, 2009

You can make "greener" choices in just about every area of your life. Here's why you might want to start where you sleep.

Written By Michael / March 19, 2009

Greening gracefully means allowing each person to help the planet by making their own choices as best as they can. After all, no one is perfectly green.

Written By Michael / December 08, 2008

For the scientifically minded, a detailed discussion of chemicals in mattresses and the composition of natural latex.

Written By Michael / October 23, 2008

Our latex manufacturer was audited and validated to meet fair trade practices.

Written By Michael / October 17, 2008

The Eco-Institut provides purity and sustainability standards for manufacturing. More importantly, their purity tests are far more exhaustive than is legally required in Europe.