Need Thin, Chemical Free Mattress for Bunk Bed
Recently bought a bunk bed that needs a THIN mattress (less than 5.5inches). I want one with the least number of chemicals possible (no fire retardants, especially PBDE and no polyurethane foam). Would love to buy a twin mattress from European Sleepworks, but its way too thick. So I'm kind of stuck and it is so confusing...
Ikea makes several very thin mattresses (that are quite inexpensive) and I have read that they have eliminated PBDEs but not sure how their mattresses are fire retardant since they don't contain wool. Any advice on the Ikea "Jomna" mattress? It lists no polyurethane foam but states, "Comfort material: Non-woven polypropylene, Felt liner. Ticking: 76 % cotton, 24 % polyester. Fire-retardant interliner: Polyester/viscose (rayon) fiber wadding"
Any guidance greatly appreciated... Wish this were not so difficult!
Parent Replies
Consider checking out Earthsake on 4th Street in Berkeley. We have been very happy with their mattress for our daughter's crib. If they don't have a mattress thin enough perhaps they will know someone who might.
We have the Solstice "futon" mattress from Earthsake on 4th street. It is 4 inches high but comfortable (we use it on a simple wood slat frame) and made of natural latex, organic cotton and wool. No chemicals or fire retardants. It isn't cheap ($750) but if you have a chinook book coupon there is a discount of up to $100. Also it's all made in California and uses local wool. We've been happy with it.