When choosing your mattress , it is important to understand the percentage of natural materials that make it up. Indeed, there is a distinction between synthetic and organic mattresses. At Alba, ecological concerns are put forward, in order to make you mattresses that are good for your health and comfortable!
The composition of your mattress: an important point to take into account
It's important to know that the 100% natural latex found in Alba mattresses comes from rubber tree sap. To qualify as "100% natural," the mattress must contain at least 85% of it. Alba offers mattresses that are good for your health, with 98% natural latex .
In addition, the natural mattress is known to provide better support for your spine.
How to recognize a quality organic mattress?
It is important to check the percentage of natural material, its density and its comfort zones. It is the presence of natural latex that will provide your mattress with real comfort, better elasticity and good ventilation. As for the synthetic latex mattress , it only contains a small percentage of natural latex .
How to distinguish it?
By viewing the certifications as well as the percentage of natural latex it is composed of. An eco-friendly mattress has the designation " 100% natural latex "; while a synthetic mattress contains approximately 0 to 20% natural material. The rest of the composition is mainly made of chemicals like polyurethane.
Natural or synthetic mattress: which lasts longer?
100% natural latex is guaranteed to produce the best and most durable mattresses over the long term. Even after 10 years (the average length of time a mattress is used), it will only lose 5% of its elasticity. That's why all Alba natural mattresses are guaranteed for around ten years.
As for the synthetic mattress , it is made up of at least 20% pure rubber tree milk. This leaves 80%, or even more, of chemicals. Its lifespan is difficult to determine, but usually does not exceed a few years.
The ability to regulate heat
Choosing a 100% natural mattress means having bedding with micro air bubbles, allowing the mattress to breathe well! It also helps regulate body temperature. It's the perfect solution for people who are sensitive to heat.
Having a 98% latex composition, the mattress has the ability to wick away all moisture.
The resilience of your mattress
It's important to know that organic latex mattresses are very elastic! When you sleep, they can mold to your body's shape while keeping your spine straight. As soon as you wake up in the morning or after a nap, they will return to their original shape. This is true even after 10 years of use.
A firm or soft mattress: which one to choose?
After having selected the material that your natural mattress will be made of, you must now take into account its level of firmness.
For people with a heavy build, it is better to choose a firm mattress .
However, for people with back pain, too much firmness could increase pain by putting pressure on pressure points. A medium-firm mattress will do the trick. People with a smaller frame can choose a softer mattress! At Alba, we offer a back-friendly mattress suitable for all body types: Alba Pearl.
In addition, it is recommended to choose a minimum density of 28 kg/m 3 . Below this minimum threshold, you risk sinking into your mattress and feeling the springs or slats of your bedding unpleasantly.
Finally, the last criterion to take into account is the thickness of your mattress . The majority of mattresses have a thickness between 20 and 30 cm. To find out which thickness is right for you, don't hesitate to lie down on different mattresses to compare the feeling. When making a purchase, know that Alba offers you a 200-night trial, free delivery and free returns. So, what are you waiting for to test your Alba mattress?
