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How Can Latex or Memory Foam Mattresses Help Asthma Sufferers?
October 28th, 2011 | 
Author: For asthma sufferers, their personal environment is like a giant booby trap. There are often many factors that can trigger an asthma attack, such as animal fur, smoke, pollution, dust, pollen, mold, chemical fumes, cleaning products, perfumes and air fresheners. That’s a pretty big list. Since we spend roughly 1/3 of our lives sleeping, it’s a good idea to take a look at the factors during sleep that may be controllable in reducing asthma triggers.
A large portion of asthma sufferers (more than 80%!), are allergic to dust mite skeletons and their excrement. Dust mites are microscopic bugs that live mainly on dead skin cells that are shed from people and pets, therefore, your mattress may very well be a place that dust mites find very attractive. A typical mattress may have over 100,000 dust mites! Their droppings and their own shedded skin are what cause allergies in people. Another food source for dust mites are natural fibrous material (such as cotton and wool). That’s where Memory foam and Latex mattresses come in.
The denser the mattress or its padding, the less likely it is to attract and hold on to dust. The less dust there is—the less mites there are. Memory foam and Latex foam mattresses are extremely dense. They also eliminate one of the key factors in a dust mite successfully setting up a habitat in your mattress: food source. Dust mites don’t like to eat memory foam or latex, therefore they do not lend themselves to being a sustainable environment for dust mites.
Limiting exposure to dust mites will greatly help improve an asthmatic sufferer’s symptoms and will also very likely improve their quality of sleep. Here are some other suggestions to reduce and prevent the build-up of dust mites:
- Vacuum frequently. Vacuum your mattress, the bed cover, carpets and draperies/blinds—at least once a week. If possible, consider removing carpet and replacing with hardwoods or tile.
- Wash all bedding in HOT water to kill any existing dust mites. Sheets should be washed on a weekly basis; bed covers, pillows, blankets, mattress protectors should also be washed in HOT water on a regular basis (monthly).
- Obtain an anti-allergen mattress protector. Ensure that it is recommended for people who are sensitive or suffer from allergies. Look for descriptions such as: allergen proof. It should be bleach, dye and chemical free.
- Obtain vinyl pillow protectors. Vinyl is dense and extremely hard for dust to penetrate or stick to. It is also a good idea to replace pillows on a yearly basis.
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ChiroHub Review – Natural Latex Mattress by Rocky Mountain Mattress
This is a review of the Natural Latex Mattress by Rocky Mountain Mattress
Producing a talalay latex topper
Latex Topper by Rocky Mountain Mattress
Latex mattresses and Latex toppers have become some of the most popular products on the market. Some customers have appreciated the health benefits associated with talalay latex mattresses. Some customers prove their loyalty due to the product’s ‘green’ characteristics. Whatever your reasoning, these products are sure to become a fast favorite of yours.
Latex toppers are known to be longer-lasting than the memory foam toppers. Rather than being composed of metal coils that can create pressure points, talalay latex mattresses are made of 100% natural latex. Although the talalay process is extremely intricate, it provides high-quality latex materials.
The main processing steps include: compounding, molding, washing, drying, quality testing, and fabrication. Each step is vital in creating resilient and consistent latex products. Technology is the main ingredient for creating talalay latex products.
During the first phase of processing, compounding, several products are mixed together to create a foam-like substance. These products are, namely, natural liquid latex, synthetic liquid latex, rubber curing agents and soap. All four products are mixed together using computer technology. Once the mixture has been whipped into a foam-like substance, it is tested. The temperature, pH levels and viscosity has to be exact in order to move forward with the manufacturing process. If these levels aren’t exact, the mixture is again whipped until it is pristine.
After the mixture has been whipped into the desired consistency, it is moved via specially designed pipes into the mold. Each pipe is monitored with a computer system to ensure that certain elements, such as the product’s temperature, remains intact. Each aluminum mold contains thousand of pins. Once the mold has been closed, the pins are injected into the mixture to create and ensure an aerated cell structure. The pins also serve another very important purpose. Heat is transferred through each pin. This sub-step of the molding feature allows the mold to be filled evenly. Then, a vacuum is introduced. The vacuum allows foam to entirely fill the mold. From here, carbon dioxide is used to ‘flashfreeze’ the product. Immediately following, heat is again used to set the material. Heat allows the latex to bond and form a solid and consistent structure.
Once the latex has been cured using heat technology, it is washed. The washing process ensures and improves durability. This step is similar to a vehicle going through a car wash, meaning that the latex is placed on a conveyor belt and washed.
The fourth step of the talalay process is the drying stage. The product is still on the conveyor belt. The conveyor belt moves slowly under the dryer to dry any excess water particles. The drying phase is also the final curing phase for the talalay product.
As with any product, the latex now transitions into the quality testing phase. The quality testing phase is rigorous, so as to ensure optimal quality and endurance. The latex firmness is tested and retested, along with the pressure. Some companies prefer to complete this stage with computers. Others complete quality testing by hand. Some even use a combination or computer testing and hand testing.
The fabrication phase is the final manufacturing phase. Each latex core is cut to size. In some instances, such as when a larger bed is ordered, several smaller core pieces are cut and a water-soluble glue is used to unite each piece.
All Natural latex mattress toppers are becoming more and more popular because of their environmentally sound manufacturing process and due to the natural nature of the product itself. Latex is automatically more breathable, resilient and longer-lasting than any other product on the market. They come with a wide array of benefits as well.
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Why better sleep is worth $1000 in the economy today
Guess what? You probably aren’t getting enough sleep. If you are getting enough sleep, you might not be getting the quality of sleep that you deserve. Even in this economy, better sleep is definitely worth $1000. Let me tell you why.
Job layoffs are happening all around us. Because of the current economic crisis, companies are being forced to downsize. Companies around the country are getting rid of people left and right. If you aren’t sleeping long enough or well enough, it is directly affecting your physical performance. If your performance is down at work, it puts you in a dangerous situation.
You really can’t afford to be in such a situation right now, especially in this economy. In order to make sure that you are not expendable, you need to make sure that your mattress is doing its job. Your mattress should provide you with the best quality of sleep possible. Instead of tossing and turning, your mattress should do the work for you. It should be effortless on your part to fall asleep and stay asleep.
You can find top-quality memory foam mattress or latex foam mattress online for under $1000. Certainly $1000 is worth your job and your livelihood in this economy. Investing in a good quality mattress can be one of the best ways to save your job. By getting the right amount of sleep and the right quality of sleep, you’ll be able to secure your job for your future and your family’s future.
The bottom line is…Even in this economy, $1000 is definitely worth a better night’s sleep!
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Latex Mattress Bed Advantages and Disadvantages
Latex Mattress Bed Advantages and Disadvantages
Latex mattresses have been around since 1929, but have recently gained a lot of popularity. Latex mattresses have become extremely popular due to the demand for all-organic or natural products. These mattresses receive the highest customer satisfaction ratings and have many more advantages than disadvantages.
Advantages
Latex mattresses are the most comfortable type of mattress on the market today. Over 85 percent of latex mattress owners find these mattresses comfortable. Memory foam, water or air mattresses only get an 80 percent approval rating. Innerspring mattresses only have a 60 percent comfort rating.
Latex mattresses are the most durable mattress on the market today. While consumers need to replace other types of mattresses every 8-10 years, latex mattresses only need to be replaced every 20+ years.
Latex mattresses offer many health benefits because they do not contain harmful chemicals like traditional mattresses do. Latex mattresses are made from natural rubber trees. They are also manufactured naturally. These mattresses are great for people with asthma or allergies because they are naturally hypoallergenic, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, dust mite resistant, etc.
Latex mattresses incorporate all of the benefits of memory foam mattresses without the disadvantages. Latex mattresses have a faster response time than memory foam mattresses, which means that it isn’t as difficult to change positions on a latex mattress. Memory foam mattresses tend to be hot to sleep on as well. Latex mattresses incorporate better air flow which doesn’t make it hot to sleep on.
Disadvantages
There are only two disadvantages to latex mattresses. 1) Latex mattresses are more expensive than other types of mattresses. To get a good quality latex mattress, you can expect to pay several thousand dollars. But, you need to keep in mind that these mattresses offer many more benefits and don’t need to be replaced as often. 2) Latex mattresses don’t have much of a track record in the United States. Even though they have been around since 1929, they haven’t been widely manufactured. There aren’t as many customer reviews for latex mattresses because they are still relatively new.
Simply put, latex mattresses are worth every penny. There are many more advantages for using a latex mattress than there are disadvantages. Latex mattresses finally make it much easier to get a good night’s rest.
The Sustainability of Natural Latex
The Sustainability of Natural Latex
Latex mattresses are the most beneficial mattress on the market today. These mattresses are great for people with chemical sensitivities, back problems, sleeping disorders, asthma, allergies, etc. Latex mattresses are typically made from 100% natural rubber latex. This material is naturally hypoallergenic, resistant to dust mites, mildew, mold and has anti-microbial properties.
Latex mattresses have double the life of other kinds of mattresses. A good quality latex mattress can last more than 20 years. The Better Sleep Council recommends that you replace innerspring mattresses at least every 10 years.
Latex mattresses contain a thick core that is made from natural latex. This core is sandwiched between layers of organic cotton ticking and batting. In addition to the organic cotton layers, there is also a layer of pure wool. These layers add to the comfort of latex mattresses.
Natural latex mattresses are also biodegradable and recyclable. Many people like the feel to memory foam mattresses because they reduce the amount of motion transfer. However, these mattresses have a slow response time, which means that it takes longer for the mattress to mold to your position. Latex mattresses have a quick response time and completely eliminate the transfer of motion from one side of the bed to the other.
Natural latex mattresses have a superior amount of sustainability. This is because the rubber that is used in making these mattresses is extremely high quality. If you are looking to enjoy a mattress that will offer the best comfort and support, and that will last for years to come, check out a latex mattress.
