Natural latex mattress for better sleep
LATEX mattresses are extremely popular for their comfort and durability. They are also highly associated with eco-friendly practices as well as enhanced sleep health. However, not all latex mattresses offer excellent benefits.
So, how do you decide the best latex mattress and know if a latex mattress is right for you?
Not all latex mattresses are the same as there are three types of latex mattresses. For instance, synthetic, blended, and natural.
Firstly, synthetic latex mattresses are primarily crafted from rubber-mimicking plastic. Although synthetic latex is an affordable alternative to natural latex, it is not nearly as durable and safe. Synthetic latex has off-gassing chemicals that can cause irritation to people with respiratory issues.
Besides that, blended latex mattresses are 30% natural latex and 70% synthetic latex.
Therefore, it contains less toxic chemicals compared to synthetic latex and also lasts longer than synthetic latex, but not natural latex.
Finally, natural latex is touted to be more supportive, durable, eco-friendly and better for sleep health than other synthetic and blended latex.
Natural latex is harvested and purified from the milk-like sap of rubber trees. Moreover, this process encourages the healthy growth of rubber trees as they can be tapped for up to 30 years.
Benefits of natural latex mattress
Comfortable: Latex mattress delivers ultimate comfort, you can feel the softness yet the buoyant supportive sensation. This is actually due to the natural springiness of latex, enabling you to feel incredibly comfortable.
Pain-relieving: The gentle cushioning and buoyant support of a latex mattress are really beneficial. Latex mattress can softly support one’s body parts and is able to provide pressure relief on any parts of your body such as the hips, shoulder, joints and lower back. In any case, if pain is interfering with your sleep, try the latex mattress, it can help you significantly. Besides that, with good pressure distribution, blood circulation is improved on a latex mattress.
Natural spine alignment: Another advantage of a latex mattress as the heavier parts of the body such as shoulders and hips will sink into the latex, yet the lighter areas are still strongly supported to align the spine naturally. This is a huge bonus for health and wellness, other than keeping the pain away.
Hypoallergenic and low maintenance: If a bed is not continually cleaned, microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses can easily collect on the top of the mattress and cause mould and dust mites among others. As a result, this will lead to bedroom allergies, an unsafe as well as unhealthy sleeping environment.
However, as latex is naturally antimicrobial, it repels harmful microorganisms without the use of any added chemicals. So, latex is an excellent choice for a natural hygienic and healthy sleeping environment, people with year-round allergies as well as anyone too tight on time to sanitise their mattress.
Eco-friendly: Natural latex is harvested from the sap of the rubber tree. The trees are not cut down or damaged during this process and are able to produce sap for up to 30 years. Thus, the processing of latex mattress encourages tree growth, is extremely sustainable and not harmful to the environment. Natural latex is also biodegradable, ensuring it won’t sit in a landfill for years.
All-natural: You do not have to worry about toxic chemicals in your 100% natural latex mattress. However, some manufacturers may use harmful chemicals. Therefore, make sure that your latex mattress is primarily composed of natural materials and safe to use.
Breathable: Natural latex mattress has an open-cell structure that allows constant airflow. The mattress layers are also constructed with pinholes, enhancing breathability. In addition, chemicals found in synthetic latex can retain body heat and natural latex contains little to no additives. So, if you want a cooling mattress, a natural latex mattress is definitely your best choice.
Durable: Natural latex mattress is best known for its long-term comfort. Highquality latex mattresses have an average lifespan of 12 to 20 years, significantly longer than other types of mattresses. Furthermore, a natural latex mattress effortlessly bounces back once the pressure is removed, able to maintain its original shape over years of use.
Does not transmit movement easily:
This is to be said as the natural buoyancy, elasticity and flexibility of a latex mattress can prevent movement on one side of the mattress to be transmitted to the other side. Hence, if you sleep with a partner, you will both be a lot more comfortable.
Certified manufacturer of natural latex
Certified by ECO-INSTITUT, Getha is also a certified manufacturer of natural latex in Malaysia to fulfil the strictest requirements on hazardous emissions and pollutants. In other words, Getha specialises in only 100% natural latex.
Getha has announced the launch of one of Malaysia’s only radiation protection mattresses – the Getha Compass Collection which comprises three models, namely the Getha Compass Gold 100, Getha Compass Green and Getha Compass Star.
The unique feature of the Getha Compass Collection is the radiation protection technology that protects your sleep from modern-day electronic devices.
This protection ensures that your body can focus to recharge during our sleep and build a stronger immune system.
Buyers who purchase any 5ft and 6ft Getha Compass mattress series will be entitled to one free Biocare Duvet worth RM1,999 as part of its launch promotion.
Getha also has a massage chair promotion now. There will be a purchase within purchase promotion valid with a single receipt of RM20,000 and above where customers are eligible to get one Star Luxury Massage Chair for only RM3,888.
■ For more information on the grand launch and innovative mattresses, contact the Getha team today or visit www.getha.com.my