Majestic Sit & Sleep carries a full line of latex mattresses that are made with organic materials and are naturally hypoallergenic.

If allergies are getting in your way of a good night’s sleep you may want to look into buying a hypoallergenic mattress. Hypoallergenic mattresses are typically made with natural materials that are dust mite, mildew and mold resistant. One of the best types of hypoallergenic mattresses is an organic latex mattress. Latex is naturally resistant to dust mites and other allergens, making your sleeping environment as allergy-free as possible.

A hypoallergenic mattress would be ideal if you think that your allergies may be coming from your bed, but you can try to see if hypoallergenic mattress bedding could be the answer that you need. It would save you some money if that is the case. This bedding would shield you from any irritants that are causing your allergic reactions and should not collect things like dust and pet dander that are possible causes for your allergy symptoms. This bedding would include a sheet set, mattress cover, the pillows, and the comforter.

There are a few characteristics that hypoallergenic mattress bedding pieces may have that you do not find in your regular bedding. In some types, the weave is done much tighter so that dust can not settle into the fabric as easily as it can with other types of materials. Otherwise, these are made with certain materials that are not associated with allergies. Some are totally synthetic so that there are no reactions what so ever. Some are made with one hundred percent organic cotton, such as an organic cotton sheet set, or other natural material that is least likely to give anyone a problem.

Other than they type of hypoallergenic bedding that you choose, you can learn how to keep things up to par to eliminate even more problems. If you have a pillow with a cover, make sure that cover is washed often. If you can find one that protects the interior of the pillow entirely, that is the best choice. You should clean any and all bedding often, especially in the summer when the windows are open and air is circulating from more sources than usual. You can also get an air purifier that is built to deal with allergens and other air born irritants. These measures should help anyone with potential dust allergies to sleep better at night and wake up without the itchy, watery eyes and endless sneezes of the average allergy sufferer.

Latex mattresses are dust mite resistant and are the best choice for people who suffer from allergies caused by dust mites and other allergens.

Dust mites feed on human skin. Before you let that freak you out, know that it is the dead skin that comes off of your body each day. They are not on your skin eating live tissue. This dead skin can fall just about anywhere in your home, and there is probably more of it coming off of you than you think. Because you sleep on your mattress each night, you can expect that your mattress is full of dead skin, making your mattress an ideal haven for those dust mites. No wonder you sneeze for ten minutes straight when you wake up each day!

Most people who have dust mite allergies buy what is called a latex mattress. This type of material inhibits and discourages dust mites from hanging out in your mattress. Some come with a rubber (latex) interior and natural fabric around, and others are completely made of latex. These mattresses are not going to completely get rid of dust mites in your mattress, but it can reduce the numbers enough to help alleviate some of your allergy symptoms.

If you are not wanting to buy a new mattress, you may want to consider buying a Protect-A-Bed Mattress Protector instead. This can go over your existing mattress and offer you some relief. These are not going to be as expensive as the entire mattress set, but they can be higher on the price scale when it comes to mattress covers. It will be worth the price however.

Don’t forget to add a hypoallergenic pillow, such as a latex pillow, to your new mattress set or mattress cover. These also discourage dust mites and other allergens from building up in your pillow so close to your mouth and nose.

Mattress protectors protect your mattress from spills and stains while protecting you from allergens and providing a breathable barrier between you and your mattress.

Mattress protectors have two major purposes: to protect the mattress and protect the health of the sleeper. Mattress protectors are used to give protection to individuals from irritations and allergens such as bed bugs, dust mites, dead skin and mold. Some brands of mattress protectors are also useful for joint support and backache ache control and can help individuals with Fibromyalgia, arthritis, sleep disorders and fatigue.

For the sleepers, mattress protectors are recommended to those who are sensitive to allergens, especially dust mites. This is because dust mites create wastes that can irritate the airway linings of lungs. These allergies are particularly common in children and can lead to asthma and/or skin irritations, such as eczema.

Another benefit of mattress protectors is they help to moderate body temperature thus improving sleeping conditions. Top quality mattress protectors, such as Protect-A-Bed, are made to repel liquids but remain breathable. This helps to keep you cool while you sleep.

Mattress protectors can be washed in a machine and tumble dried, making them very easy to clean and care for. Mattress protectors come equipped with an expandable skirt that ensures  they fit all depths and types of mattresses, including memory foam mattresses, innersprings mattresses, latex mattresses and futon mattresses. Mattress protectors are very thin and do not detract from the comfort of your existing mattress.

Originally from Japan, futons are thin mattresses and were typically designed to be spread on special kind of flooring common in Japan known as tatami. This flooring was in the form of mats that were made of rice straw. Tatami covered the floors of most of their houses. The actual word “futon” in Japanese means bedding, and included the futon mattresses and duvet coverings or comforters.

Futon Space Savers, such as this futon loveseat, make small spaces larger and more functional.

In Japanese the mattress like structure that is today referred to as futon is known as shikibuton while the duvet is known as kakebuton. Original Futons were slightly different in structure. They measured about two or three inches in thickness and were made of long staple cotton which happens to be the most valuable part of an unprocessed cotton ball. This long staple made the futon sturdy and prevented any bumps or pulling apart of the mattress. As a ritual, the Japanese took their futons to what was then known as a futon specialist who removed the outer covering, washes the cotton and returns the covering. The same was done for the beddings used to cover. This practice was carried out once every year.

A daily practice among the Japanese involves rolling out futons every night to sleep on and roll them up again in the morning. They are usually stored in closets during the day or put out to air in the sun. Apart from the fact that they were comfortable, Japanese people like the portability of the futon and this was due to space being very important and well regarded in ancient Japanese culture.

The Futon concept has been adapted in various cultures by becoming common bedding in many parts of the world. Unlike in traditional Japanese culture, other cultures use futons for various uses and not only for sleeping on. In America the futon began to gain its foothold in the late 1960’s and early seventies. What started with a few Japanese people introducing it to American friends turned into a flourishing industry. Futons started being hand made in America through cottage industries, which distributed them to different locations.

The concept started being slowly adopted by people outside the Japanese culture owing to its comfort and its ability to save space. As the industry grew, the popularity of the futon created the need for formal regulation. Federal standards began to be complied with in the mid seventies and required the manufactures to carry out similar standardizing texts as conventional mattress makers. The irony is that the western style futons are now just as popular in Japan as they are in other parts of the world. Modern futons are now mass produced all over the world in various shapes and styles.

SnugSleep provides the highest quality organic wool bedding that will improve your sleep and health.

Organic wool is produced in such a way that it meets stringent international standards. This helps ensure that the wool that is manufactured is not subjected to persistent toxic chemicals which may cause allergic reactions, cancer and other diseases of the skin. These strict standards are what make organic wool one of the healthiest bedding materials available. Whether it is organic wool pillows, an organic wool duvet or bed sheets, the use of this product will ensure that your sleeping environment is free of chemicals and other toxins that may harm your health.

For people who suffer from arthritis, getting a good night sleep may be difficult. This is especially due to the pressure exerted on sensitive areas, for example the hips and shoulders, which if left unmanaged may cause a lot of pain and discomfort. In order to help deal with this, certain mattress manufacturers buffer pressure sensitive areas with organic wool thus enabling one to personalize comfort zones and reduce the pain. This also helps increase the levels of comfort and reduce the levels of tossing and turning. Subsequently, the sleep comfort of anyone using organic wool bedding  is enhanced greatly.

Thermal imbalance disrupts sleep and can subsequently cause a rise in heart rate and blood pressure, which can severely disrupt sleeping patterns. When used in bedding such as mattress overlays, duvets and pillows, organic wool helps create a dry and arid environment for sleeping that helps keep away moisture and keeps the body temperature regulated. This in turn helps decrease tossing and turning and provides the user with a more comfortable sleep.

Further, the natural comfort and warmth that is provided by organic wool is not only safe but is also pure and clean. This eliminates the possibility of the wool picking up contaminants that may cause allergies. Organic wool helps insulate and keep the body at a comfortable sleeping temperature. This is because organic wool has fibers that trap dry and warm air near the user’s skin. When the air gets warm, the fibers pull moisture away from the skin thus keeping the user warm, but not overheated. For this same reason, organic wool bedding can also keep a person feeling cool even during the warmer summer months.

Organic wool uses raw materials that are grown without any added chemicals and is manufactured in an environmentally friendly fashion. For these reasons, buying organic wool bedding helps support and improve the health of people, animals, crops, the air and the environment.

Majestic Sit & Sleep is proud to provide the best quality organic and natural latex mattresses. Our new line of green living mattresses help to lower the CO2 levels in the air all while getting you the rest you deserve in a healthy and clean sleeping environment free of chemicals.

Small Space? We have the solution! Majestic Sit & Sleep carries a large selection of futons and space saver sofa beds. Whether it’s for you, the last minute guest, the sudden roommate or the inlaws, we have something that fits whatever your style and needs may be!

Visit Majestic Sit & Sleep with two convenient locations in Vancouver, British Columbia. View our full selection of mattresses, bedding and furniture online through our website www.majesticfuton.com.