The Green Guide to a Healthier Bedroom

In order to teach consumers about the various elements that contribute to “green sleep,” Simmons partnered with Danny Seo to create The Green Guide to a Healthier Bedroom, an easy-to-understand brochure that helps take the mystery out of “going green.” The Guide contains simple, eco-friendly design tips and includes the following suggestions for “greening” the mattress, bed frame, pillow, sheets and comforter:

• Mattress: Look for alternatives that feature natural fabrics and materials like natural latex. The Natural Care® collection features latex foam made in part from biodegradable materials like rubber tree sap as well as base foams enhanced with soy.
• Bed Frame: Instead of buying a brand new headboard, try shopping at a flea market or antique mall or consider giving your old bed frame a new personality with a coat of paint.
• Pillow: Check out naturally-derived materials like latex, which is featured in the Natural Care® pillow. In addition to being comfortable and supportive, it is hypoallergenic and inherently resistant to dust mites, mold and mildew.
• Sheets: Consider linens made from sustainable fabrics and know there is an ecooption to complement every season. Try organic cotton in spring, hemp sheets in summer and organic flannel in winter.
• Comforter: Choose a comforter that’s filled with cotton—it’s a great insulator. Plus, it’s hypoallergenic and is easily cleaned in the washing machine.

While consumers are able to download the Guide directly from the Natural Care® Web site, retailers also may find it useful to stock copies of the brochure in-store for customers that want to refer to it while shopping.

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