Latex mattresses are desirable for many reasons. They are "green" (environmentally friendly), hypo-allergenic, antibacterial and comfortable. There are many websites that cater to consumers seeking latex mattress' and your local mattress store is sure to carry this "hot new" item as well.
A latex mattress may be the right option for you. Latex mattresses are considered a "green" mattress as they are made of all natural ingredients, they have more buoyancy than a typical spring mattress, they are hypo-allergenic and you will not have to worry about bed bugs. If you are chemical or allergy sensitive, I would say this is a good mattress option for you. It depends on the size and brand of mattress you are interested in, but you can expect to pay at least $200 and upwards of $2500.
Latex has elastic and buoyant characteristics. It is also hypo-allergenic and anti-bacterial. It is a very good option for people with chemical sensitivities. A natural latex mattress is used for sleeping.
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Alot. Good luck carrying it! ( 65 lbs )
Alot. Good luck carrying it! ( 65 lbs )
Latex is also an allergenic substance so it may or may not be a good choice depending on your allergies. Most allergy doctors will recommend a good plastic zipper cover for patients with allergies regardless of the type of mattress they own.
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The places to purchase a green mattress are many and varied. The best place to start would be Amazon. If you are on a tight budget, a good option to try would be eBay.
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Depends on the the quality of mattress you start with. Low Quality 6 months - 1 Year Good Quality 8 - 10 Years Top Quality Latex 15 - 25 Years
You can order a mattress for your old hospitl bed at www.phc-online.com. You can also find a good deal on a reconditioned mattress at www.rehabmart.com.
Mattress sizes vary based on where you are buying them. If you are shopping the in UK for a mattress, then the term 'Super King' is used to refer to the largest size mattress you can buy (72 in. x 78 in.). So in order to purchase a mattress of this size, you will likely need to shop on a UK website or in one of their mattress stores. Some of the UK mattress companies that make the 'super king' size are: Silentnight, Rest Assured and Layezee. Their company websites would be a good place to start your search.