Mattress & pillow protectorsOur protectors help your mattress and pillows to stay fresher and cleaner for longer, while reducing general wear-and-tear. They’re really convenient to use –quickly removed and fully machine washable. We have a few types of mattress protector to choose from, including one with a lining that regulates temperature and another that’s waterproof. Mattress & pillow protectors Climate & Clean Energy Notes from the Panther Lounge What's off-gassing in your bedroom? Off-gassing in the bedroom is not cool. Does your mattress contain eco-friendlier ingredients? (Credit: kobiz7 via Flickr) February is "Bedroom Month" where I dish on all things bedroom-y! Week 3: Birth control Week 4: Clothing storage Fart jokes aside (for now), nighttime gas in the bedroom is not cool. Especially volatile organic compounds (VOCs) off-gassing from polyurethane foam! Avoid nightmares about VOCs, fire retardants, antibacterial protection (some made with nanosilver particles) and stain-resistant finishes.
Conventional mattresses tackle these with chemical treatments and toxic compounds, but wool naturally repels dust mites and natural latex foam is fire-resistant. Remember s — synthetic chemicals added as fire retardants? They're not produced in Canada, but imported by manufacturers and in consumer products (e.g., televisions, furniture and carpets). Subscribe to the Queen of Green digest Mattresses made in Canada generally do not contain these flame retardants, but it's always good to ask. Also avoid additives used to repel stains and water. Although natural fibres are better — wool, organic cotton, hemp and natural rubber — you'll need a separate savings account. Petroleum-based contents are what make regular mattresses affordable (i.e., cheap). Note: Natural rubber is natural latex but latex/rubber can also be synthetic! Short on (wallet) green? Choose a mattress protector made from wool or organic cotton to create a barrier between you and that polyurethane foam mattress!
And prioritize a natural crib mattress for babies (see a few options below). Some eco-friendlier mattresses (claims and products not tested, ranked or rated): Essentia (made in Montreal) with natural rubber or latex and a 20-year warranty! Majestic Sit & Sleep made in Canada from 100 per cent certified organic Dunlop latex (with three per cent unnatural binding agent), wool and organic cotton. Obasan made from natural rubber, organic wool and organic cotton — and can be customized. Organic Lifestyle uses wool, natural rubber (made in Canada) and innerspring with organic cotton (from the USA). Shepherd's Dream made from wool. What are your reviews of natural options? Comment on this blog to win pajamas for your little one from My Little Green Shop (draw date March 10th, 2014)! Lindsay Coulter, a fellow Queen of GreenThey’re really convenient to use – quickly removed and fully machine washable. We have a few types of mattress protectors to choose from, including one with a lining that regulates temperature and another that’s waterproof.
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Forty Winks™ Omni Plush™ Organic Cotton Mattress Pad Forty Winks™ Pebble-Puff™ Full Organic Cotton Mattress Pad Brookstone® Outlast Temperature Regulating Mattress Pad in White ObusForme® Soft Support Back Pillow Sofa Bed 100% Cotton Mattress Pad Shop for your favourite products online and have them delivered for only $20 to a location near you.(This page will close) Go to Mattress protectors Recalls and safety alerts Expanded recall: IKEA Canada recalls VYSSA crib mattresses What you should do Expansion of September 4, 2014 recall IKEA VYSSA crib mattresses This recall involves IKEA VYSSA crib mattresses with date stamp “May 4, 2014" or earlier. IKEA VYSSA crib mattresses include the following models: The product name and date stamp are found on a label sewn onto the mattress. IKEA VYSSA crib mattresses are designed to be used with IKEA cribs to ensure a snug fit and safe sleeping environment for your baby.
A gap between the mattress and the side or end of the crib that is greater than 3 cm poses an entrapment hazard for an infant. Health Canada has received one consumer incident report related to this advisory for a VYSSA crib mattress. IKEA Canada has received 10 reports in Canada of a potential gap created between the VYSSA mattress and the end of the crib, posing a safety hazard for infants. No injuries have been reported to Health Canada nor IKEA Canada related to this advisory. Approximately 63,800 VYSSA crib mattresses have been sold at IKEA stores across Canada and online at www.ikea.ca. The VYSSA crib mattresses have been sold since 2010 in Canada. IKEA Canada Limited Partnership Images (select thumbnail to enlarge - opens in a new window) Consumers should check the gap between the IKEA VYSSA crib mattress and the side and end of the crib. If the gap is greater than 3 cm, consumers should immediately stop using the affected product and return it to any IKEA store for an exchange or a full refund.