To restore the energy expended, a comfortable and full sleep is necessary. The main role in providing comfort is often played not so much by the bed itself, but by the mattress. Much attention is paid to the naturalness of products, so a product with a filler and cover made of wool can be a great option. The material must go through several stages of technological processing. The choice of wool from which the filler or mattress topper is made depends on personal preferences and financial capabilities. Regardless of the origin, this material retains heat well and gives coolness, and products made of it are very pleasant to use.
Wool is a completely natural material that was valued by our ancestors, noting its beneficial properties. For the manufacture of mattresses, sheep wool is most often used, less often camel or llama. This filler improves the quality of the mattress due to its special properties: thermal conductivity and softness.
Main properties
- Moisture absorption: Wool fibers are able to absorb up to forty percent of moisture, while remaining dry to the touch.
- Ventilation: The high crimping of wool fibers improves the circulation of air masses inside the material. Good ventilation allows products to retain freshness for a long time.
- Thermoregulation: Like many natural materials, wool is able not only to give off heat, but also to cool. This is due to the presence of an air layer that stabilizes the temperature. It perfectly retains heat in winter and cools in summer, so such a mattress can be used all year round.
- Elasticity: The coat easily follows the contours of the human body, after which it is easily restored. The elasticity of the material extends the life of the product, and sleeping on such a mattress will be very comfortable.
- Self-purification: Animal fat (lanolin), which is contained in wool fibers, does not allow small particles of dirt and dust to linger on their surface for a long time. This is also facilitated by active air circulation, which also helps not to accumulate unpleasant odors. This effect is enhanced in conditions of high humidity.
- Healing properties: The lanolin contained in wool gives this material the ability to have a beneficial effect on human health. Sleeping on a mattress with wool fibers can reduce pain in joint diseases (arthritis, rheumatism, arthrosis, gout), help fight viral diseases and colds. Wool has a beneficial effect on the muscles, respiratory system, and stimulates blood circulation.
- Neutralization of odors: Wool consists of fat and hydrophobic protein, the molecules of which avoid contact with water. Protein contains amino acids that neutralize unpleasant odors.
Types of Wool Mattresses
- Roll: Wool combined with elastic latex makes the mattress flexible, it is easy to roll it up at the factory. Such models are supplied in a twist, so it is convenient to pick them up and transport them even on your own. After unpacking, they need a couple of hours to straighten out and take their original shape.
- Orthopedic: Natural wool is usually used in expensive models of imported and domestic production. The presence of this material is an indicator of a good product with excellent characteristics. It is important to choose only high-quality raw materials so that the model lasts a long time. The material must go through several stages of technological processing. Manufacturers of orthopedic models add wool to mattresses in different ways. One of the most popular is the inclusion of fibers in the filler of a mattress with “winter-summer” sides. The summer side of such a product can be made, for example, of cotton, which is 80 percent cotton, and the winter side is made of merino wool.
If your mattress is made of other materials, but you would like to enjoy all the properties of natural fibers, you can purchase an additional mattress topper made of wool.
- Anatomical: Elastic wool easily adapts to the curves of the body and the posture of the sleeper, this ensures the high anatomical nature of models with wool filling. Also if it is complemented by latex, soy foam or memory foam, which supports the body even better.
- Springless: A wool mattress without springs is durable and durable. Wool will keep you warm, and foam and coconut in such mattresses will give you the necessary support. Springless mattresses with wool are a suitable option for elderly or sensitive people, they are soft, warm, and also often come in a compact roll.
- Spring: Mattresses with spring blocks give pleasant elasticity. Models with independent springs are orthopedic, which is useful for the spine and muscles. The healing effect and support is enhanced by the wool in the filler.
- Children’s mattresses: Wool is added to a case or as felt. It will warm in winter, soften hard materials in the first layer and protect the filler from the spring block.
Tips for Choosing
In order not to buy a fake, carefully study the manufacturer and the product itself. Wool should have all its properties. If it has an unpleasant smell or does not heat, then you should think about the quality.
- Buy from manufacturers who specify the composition in detail and give all the necessary information in the product card.
- Take advantage of the managers’ advice. They will answer questions, tell you more about fillers.
- Choose a mattress with a zipper so you can see what’s inside.
- If the manufacturer can send samples of materials, then use this service. So you can touch, smell and fully appreciate the coat.
Care
Wool products, including mattresses, remain clean for a very long time due to the useful function of self-cleaning. In addition, if they are wearing a cover, the likelihood of contamination will be minimized. But sometimes the need for care still arises. In this case, you should not try to clean the mattress yourself. First of all, you need to read the manufacturer’s recommendations. Usually this information is placed on the label. It is best to take the mattress to a dry cleaner, where experienced specialists will quickly remove dirt and return the product to its original appearance.
