{"id":26717,"date":"2022-08-24T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/sustainable-mattress\/"},"modified":"2024-09-11T19:06:18","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T19:06:18","slug":"sustainable-mattress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/sustainable-mattress\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Sustainable Mattresses\u2014and How Do You Choose the Right One for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As the awareness around&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/climate-change-and-sleep\/\">climate change<\/a>&nbsp;grows and many people look for ways to reduce their carbon footprint, more and more are switching to sustainable products in every area of their lives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/gregpetro\/2022\/03\/11\/consumers-demand-sustainable-products-and-shopping-formats\/?sh=3d827c046a06\">Surveys<\/a>&nbsp;confirm this demand has increased significantly in the last few years. Today, 90% of consumers are willing to spend more on sustainable products (compared to just 34% a few years ago).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Broadly, sustainability means the ability to meet our needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. That means minimizing harm to the environment and aiming to maintain long-term ecological balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what does sustainability mean in the mattress and bedding world?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sustainable mattress companies are those committed to producing their mattresses in a way that minimizes harm to the environment. And a&nbsp;sustainable mattress<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>is one that&#8217;s made with organic and natural materials in a way that does minimal harm to the environment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But how can you make sure a given company is really committed to producing&nbsp;sustainable mattresses\u2014and what are the&nbsp;best sustainable mattresses<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>out there? We explain it all below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-sustainable-mattress\">What is a sustainable mattress?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A sustainable mattress has all or most of the following characteristics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A sustainable mattress has no harmful chemicals used in the growing process.&nbsp;<\/strong>Chemical fertilizers and pesticides are extremely harmful to the environment. The best sustainable mattress will be made with organic materials that are grown without these toxic chemicals. For example, an organic latex mattress is one of the&nbsp;best sustainable mattresses because the latex it&#8217;s made from is sourced from rubber trees grown without pesticides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A sustainable mattress has no chemical flame retardants.&nbsp;<\/strong>By law, all mattresses must be able to withstand 30 minutes of exposure to an open flame. To meet that standard, mattress companies often use chemical flame retardants, many of which are extremely toxic.&nbsp;A sustainable mattress will use natural flame retardants instead, such as thistle or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wool-in-mattresses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wool<\/a>&nbsp;(which is what we use in our<span class=\"tooltip\" data-id=\"27716\">Saatva Latex Hybrid<\/span>mattress). Both of these fire barriers are chemical-free and nontoxic.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A sustainable mattress might contain recycled materials.\u00a0<\/strong>If a mattress contains recycled materials it also significantly reduces its carbon footprint. For instance, our <span data-id=\"20911\" data-title=\"Saatva Classic\" data-text=\"Saatva Classic\" class=\"tooltip\">Saatva Classic<\/span> is made with recycled steel support coils.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A&nbsp;sustainable mattress&nbsp;is&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/why-you-should-buy-an-american-made-mattress\/\">manufactured&nbsp;locally<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/strong>Cutting the distance the mattress has to travel between factory and consumer significantly cuts emissions and therefore reduces its carbon footprint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The best sustainable mattresses&nbsp;are long-lasting and durable.<\/strong>&nbsp;As with anything, the longer you can use your mattress, the better it is for the environment. Most mattresses will last you seven to 10 years. But a high-quality natural latex mattress, on the other hand, can last up to 25 years without losing its quality. This makes it much more sustainable. (Here&#8217;s what you need to know about&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/vegan-mattress\/\">vegan mattresses<\/a>.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-sure-you-re-choosing-a-sustainable-mattress\">How to make sure you&#8217;re choosing a sustainable mattress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure you\u2019re buying a sustainable mattress, it&#8217;s helpful to look for several&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/mattress-certifications\/\">certifications<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for an organic latex mattress, for example, check for a&nbsp;Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS) certification. GOLS is an organization that monitors and certifies organic latex producers, and its standards are extremely stringent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides farming practices, it monitors materials sourcing,\u00a0Fair Trade practices, and wastewater treatment, thereby fully supervising the social and environmental impact of latex production.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other certifications, like&nbsp;CertiPUR-US\u00ae<sup data-fn=\"3df27f72-6473-4195-9146-6f1d113ae79d\" class=\"fn\"><a href=\"#3df27f72-6473-4195-9146-6f1d113ae79d\" id=\"3df27f72-6473-4195-9146-6f1d113ae79d-link\">1<\/a><\/sup>, Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), GreenGuard, OEKO-TEX, and eco-INSTITUT, can ensure the general nontoxicity of other materials in the mattress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another thing you can do is check if the manufacturer is a member of the Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC). SFC is a coalition of manufacturers, retailers, and designers committed to expanding the adoption of sustainable practices across the home furnishings industry and helping companies reduce their carbon footprint. (Here&#8217;s how to adopt more&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/sustainable-habits-bedroom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sustainable habits in the bedroom<\/a>.) <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"saatva-product-slider bg-fuscous-gray text-white\">\n            <p class=\"bg-makara p-4 text-center\">Choose a sustainable mattress from Saatva<\/p>\n    \n            <div\n            class=\"focus:!outline-0\"\n            data-flickity=\"{&quot;wrapAround&quot;:true,&quot;pageDots&quot;:true,&quot;adaptiveHeight&quot;:true,&quot;prevNextButtons&quot;:false,&quot;autoPlay&quot;:5000}\"\n        >\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-classic\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-classic-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva classic innerspring mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-classic-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-classic-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-classic-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-classic-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-classic.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-classic\">Saatva Classic Innerspring Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>Our flagship luxury mattress is expertly engineered with coil-on-coil construction for durability, a layer of memory foam for enhanced back support, and a cushiony Euro pillow top for extra comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-classic\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-contour5\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"604\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-1200x604.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva contour5 mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-1200x604.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-contour5\">Contour5 Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>Luxurious body-hugging feel and pressure relief with 3\u201d of ultra-premium, high-density 5-lb memory foam. <\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-contour5\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/zenhaven\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"zenhaven latex mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/zenhaven\">Zenhaven Latex Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>Natural latex responds to every curve for pressure-free support and responsive comfort. Natural latex is supple, resilient, and durable, for the ultimate in elevated sleep. (It&#8217;s naturally hypoallergenic too.)<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/zenhaven\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-latex-hybrid\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/latex-hybrid-1-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva latex hybrid mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/latex-hybrid-1-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/latex-hybrid-1-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/latex-hybrid-1-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/latex-hybrid-1-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/latex-hybrid-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-latex-hybrid\">Latex Hybrid Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>This hybrid mattress combines the pressure-free support of natural latex with the classic innerspring feel. Handcrafted with pure materials for the ultimate in cool and healthy sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-latex-hybrid\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/memory-foam-hybrid\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/memory-foam-hybrid-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva memory foam hybrid mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/memory-foam-hybrid-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/memory-foam-hybrid-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/memory-foam-hybrid-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/memory-foam-hybrid-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/memory-foam-hybrid.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/memory-foam-hybrid\">Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>This memory foam hybrid mattress features the perfect balance of body-contouring and responsive feel. Enjoy the innovative cooling system, which prevents overheating.<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/memory-foam-hybrid\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/solaire\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/solaire-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"solaire adjustable firmness mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/solaire-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/solaire-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/solaire-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/solaire-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/solaire.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/solaire\">Solaire Adjustable Firmness Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>Featuring precise 50 firmness settings on each side of the bed for personal customization. Natural latex and gel-infused memory foam layers provide luxurious comfort and support.<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/solaire\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-hd\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/saatva-hd-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva hd mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/saatva-hd-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/saatva-hd-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/saatva-hd-768x387.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/saatva-hd-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/saatva-hd.jpg 1919w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-hd\">Saatva HD Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>This luxury hybrid innerspring mattress is specifically engineered to support people weighing between 300 and 500 pounds. Plush upper layers made of foam and latex deliver comfort, while a high-durability coil base offers support.<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-hd\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-rx\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/saatva-rx-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva rx mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/saatva-rx-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/saatva-rx-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/saatva-rx-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/saatva-rx-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/saatva-rx.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-rx\">Saatva Rx Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>Specially designed to give maximum support and pressure relief that can help alleviate discomfort associated with&nbsp;serious and chronic back and joint conditions like sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc, and scoliosis.<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-rx\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-mattress-is-most-environmentally-friendly\">What mattress is most environmentally friendly?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most\u00a0sustainable mattress\u00a0is made from nontoxic materials, manufactured locally, and has third-party certifications showing it meets strict safety and emissions standards.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-you-sustainably-buy-a-mattress\">How do you sustainably buy a mattress?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Buying a locally produced mattress from a company that&#8217;s a member of the SFC is a great way to ensure you\u2019re getting a&nbsp;sustainable mattress. You should also look for third-party certifications like GOLS,&nbsp;GOTS, GreenGuard, CertiPUR-US\u00ae, OEKO-TEX, and eco-INSTITUT.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-any-mattresses-biodegradable\">Are any mattresses biodegradable?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A biodegradable mattress is one made from natural materials. Polyester and memory foam aren&#8217;t biodegradable. Natural latex, cotton, and wool are.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-healthiest-type-of-mattress\">What is the healthiest type of mattress?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It depends on what you mean by \u201chealthiest.\u201d Both latex and memory foam mattresses have properties that make them good for your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both are antimicrobial, making them resistant to mold and allergens, and both promote proper spinal alignment, ensuring quality sleep and spinal health for years to come.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, natural latex mattresses are healthier for the environment\u2014and therefore more sustainable\u2014than memory foam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-saatva-s-commitment-to-sustainability\">Saatva\u2019s commitment to sustainability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;re\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/saatva-supports-environment-earth-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">committed\u00a0to producing the\u00a0best sustainable mattresses<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All of our <span data-id=\"27715\" data-title=\"Zenhaven\" data-text=\"latex mattresses\" class=\"tooltip\">latex mattresses<\/span>\u00a0are made from natural latex that&#8217;s harvested sustainably, while our <span data-id=\"32664\" data-title=\"Contour5\" data-text=\"memory foam mattresses\" class=\"tooltip\">memory foam mattresses<\/span>\u00a0are made from CertiPUR-US\u00ae-certified foams that are free of harmful chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <span data-id=\"20911\" data-title=\"Saatva Classic\" data-text=\"innerspring mattresses\" class=\"tooltip\">innerspring mattresses<\/span>, meanwhile, use coils made of recycled steel. (Our luxury innerspring mattress was even previously named\u00a0Sustainability Product of the Year by the SFC.)\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, our mattresses come with organic cotton covers and use natural plant-based thistle and GOTS-certified New Zealand wool as&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/mattress-flame-retardant\/\">flame retardants<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, All our mattresses are manufactured locally\u2014we even have&nbsp;a&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/behind-the-scenes-a-look-inside-saatvas-flagship-factory\/\">solar-powered factory<\/a>\u2014which allows us to further scale our environmental efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-find-the-best-sustainable-mattress-at-saatva\">Find the best sustainable mattress at Saatva<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to find the best sustainable mattress for you? 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