Consumers need to make sure they do not rush into buying a new mattress , especially given how much time they will spend using it. This is according to metronews.ca, which explained that a mattress is a "big purchase" that will need to last for many years. Furthermore, given how many hours the mattress will be in use, the initial cost of the mattress and the fact that these bed items are not easy to dispose of, homeowners have further things to consider when buying a mattress that may be suitable for them. "Natural fibres are the best. Options for mattresses (and pillows and bedding) include wool, silk, hemp, organic cotton and natural latex," the article recommended. The feature also suggested that natural fibres mean that the risk of dust mites is minimised, which will be a relief to many homeowners whose properties are infested with the creatures. Wool is a natural material that repels dust mites. Some mattress properties that may be best to avoid include synthetic fabrics and fibres derived from petrochemicals, or chemical products derived from petroleum. By steering clear of mattresses with petrochemicals such as polyurethane foam, potential concerns about off-gassing of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are avoided.
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