Written by KC Ennis
The latex mattress is quickly moving to the forefront of solutions for creating a bedroom for safe sleep. The current interest in natural latex mattresses can be the result of the savvy consumer’s concern for keeping a chemical and toxin free environment in their bedroom. Once introduced to the benefits of a latex mattress, many consumers happily find out that many latex mattresses carry warranties of up to 20 years. The extended warranties that accompany a latex mattress are a result of the incredible durability of latex, creating a mattress that will remain unchanged in its chosen firmness for the life of the mattress.
When considering the cost of a quality latex mattress, consumers should balance any price concerns with the long term durability of a latex sleeping surface. Latex has not seen the price increases that have affected the cost of polyurethane foam as a result of polyurethane’s dependence on the price of petrochemicals. As the gap between the cost of man-made foam and natural latex decreases, a latex mattress has even more value. Latex is much more durable than man-made foam and offers the additional benefits of its anti-microbial and dust-mite resistant qualities.
A quality latex mattress can easily outlive 2 or 3 conventional inner-spring mattresses and will not develop the sagging that indicates an inner-spring mattress must be replaced. It's worth noting that most inner-spring mattress manufacturers consider that a mattress must sag up to an inch and a half, with out supporting any weight, to be considered out of warranty. Long before a mattress begins to noticeably sag, it has begun to breakdown and lose its ability to comfortably support your body weight. A latex mattress provides quality sleep for years and should be considered a long term investment in your sleep comfort.
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