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What Is a Latex Mattress

What Is a Latex Mattress
Do you want to wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the day’s challenges? Try sleeping on our 100% pure latex mattress!
What is a natural latex mattress?
Latex is naturally produced by mother nature. Made from the sap of the rubber tree, Hevea Brasiliensis, latex mattress is naturally elastic. This elasticity is crucial for the ability of the mattress to mold itself perfectly according to the body shape, whatever the sleeping position. This enables the spine to be kept in its natural position, reducing excessive pressure on certain points of the body and ensuring healthy blood circulation during sleeping hours.
Latex mattress core
What are the main benefits of a natural latex mattress?
  • Natural origin. Latex is made from the rubber tree, Hevea Brasiliensis, and therefore free from harmful chemicals.
  • Progressive support. Latex feels comfortably soft at first touch and as you settle deeper in your mattress, it gives you full support. That's why latex is ideal for providing back support. It adapts to the body contours, keeping proper alignment of the spinal column.
  • Excellent pressure distribution for a good blood circulation.
  • Elastic, allowing you to move freely at night. Latex is made of millions of molecular springs, ensuring support in every point of your body.
  • Naturally anti-dust mite, anti‐microbial and anti‐bacterial and therefore, good for people with allergies.
  • Good breathability for a comfortable sleeping temperature & excellent moisture absorption. Latex has an open cell structure and has ventilation holes allowing you to sleep in a fresh environment.
  • High durability. Latex mattresses are known to last longer than mattresses made of other materials such as spring coil and PU foam.
What is the ideal firmness?
Many people with back pain think that a very firm mattress will help to relieve their pain. This is not true. What you need is not a rock hard mattress, but a mattress that is comfortable and firm enough to support your body. Here’s how to decide which mattress is best for you.
mattress too hard
Too Hard
Our bodies are not flat. When a mattress is too hard, you sleep on top of it and you get no support. All weight will be supported by two pressure points, resulting in bad blood circulation. If your mattress does not follow the contours of your body, then it is time to change your mattress.
mattress too soft
Too Soft
Sagging in the middle at the heaviest part of your body is what you get if your mattress is old or of low quality. Such mattress is very bad for your back because it does not give the support that your body needs. If your mattress shows signs of sagging, we recommend you to change your mattress immediately.
the right firmness
Just right
The right mattress gives you both comfort and support. It feels soft and comfortable at first touch, but as you sink deeper, it gives you full support, so that your spine is in the right position and your body pressure is evenly distributed. We call this progressive support. All of our mattresses provide the “just right” support. We use high-quality materials like 100% natural latex which mold perfectly to your body contours and are elastic at the same time.
Within the “just right” range, we have firm, medium and soft feels. Depending on your body weight and personal preference, we recommend the following:
  • < 60 kg: soft
  • 60‐90 kg: medium or firm
  • > 90 kg: firm
Besides weight, your height will also help determine your ideal mattress choice.
Try our mattresses and you’ll know what we mean by “just right”. At Heveya® Dubai, we make only quality mattresses that suit your needs best.
What are the health benefits of a good mattress?
To get a good night sleep, your mattress should support your body so that your spine is properly aligned and can recuperate during the night. The support and contouring help to distribute your body weight evenly. Thus, pressure points are reduced significantly and your blood circulation is improved. Remember, a good blood circulation is vital for a good health.
So the importance of a good and supportive mattress cannot be underestimated. It will improve the quality of your life.
With Heveya®, you can rest assured that you are buying a quality mattress that will help you sleep well throughout the night. A good night sleep is just a click away. Get your latex mattress now!

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If you are considering a new mattress, you may be wondering which firmness is best for you. This will actually depend on a number of different factors. Here you will find the information you need to help you choose the right mattress firmness. An individualized decision The ultimate goals of finding the correct level of mattress firmness are comfort and proper alignment of the spine. As long as both of these goals are met, there is no one-size-fits-all answer for the level of mattress firmness. A. Comfort Assessing the comfort of a mattress is straightforward, and simply depends on how you feel when you lie down. When looking at mattresses in a showroom, it's important to spend enough time trying them out. Lie down for at least 10 to 15 minutes each time. In addition to the mattresses you are already interested in, try out some that might be softer or firmer than you may initially be drawn to. This is for the sake of making informed comparisons. You may also be surprised to find out that your natural comfort level demands a softer or firmer mattress than you had anticipated. This happens a lot, since there is no industry-wide standard for what constitutes a 'firm' mattress versus a 'medium-firm', for example. Also, over the years since your last mattress, your body's needs may have changed. This is perfectly normal, and the goal as always is to ensure you receive the best possible comfort. B. Body alignment Proper body alignment is more difficult to assess, but is still of large importance when selecting the level of firmness. A good mattress with the correct level of firmness should support the natural alignment of the spine, with the shoulders, hips, heels and head supported. In contrast, a mattress which is too firm will create painful pressure points and it will feel like you are sleeping 'on top' of the surface instead of being cushioned by it. On the other hand, a too-soft mattress will not sufficiently support you, so your body will sag into the mattress. Both of these scenarios result in misalignment of the body and spine, and will cause undesirable aches and pains upon rising in the morning. The correct level of firmness depends not just on the mattress but on your body too. In general, a smaller person would need a softer mattress whereas a larger heavier person would need a firmer mattress to give the same correct level of support. How can you tell in a showroom whether your spine is in alignment? Bring a friend along when shopping. When you lie down on a mattress, ask your friend to observe whether your spine is lined up normally. It's best to do this in a side-lying position. On a mattress with the correct level of firmness, your spine will be naturally straight - but the surface of the mattress will curve. General advice when buying a mattress Do not feel obligated to go with a specific brand. Since it's typically many years between mattress purchases for you, the manufacturing may have changed dramatically within a brand over that period of time. If you really cannot decide between two levels of firmness, one solution may be to pick the firmer mattress. The reason behind this is that if it is too firm, you can always make it softer by adding a topper layer. By contrast, there is no way to make a softer mattress firmer. You should always take advantage of an in-home trial, if offered by your mattress store, as this will avoid the dilemmas in the previous point. Most reputable mattress shops have a policy like this. Details differ between different shops, but the general idea is that you can try out the mattress in your own home for a set period of time (usually 30 days). If you are not satisfied with the comfort level then the bedding shop will switch it out for a softer or firmer one. Consider a mattress with zoned back support For the ultimate spinal alignment and comfort, consider a mattress which offers zoned back support. This means that within the mattress there are different zones of softness and firmness, corresponding to different areas of the body. For example, the hip area will be firmer than the shoulder area, to allow the shoulders to sink into the mattress yet give you good support in the hips and lower back. The lower leg area will be softer, since you do not have much weight or pressure points in those areas. These zoned mattresses are less common and are harder to find when shopping, but are very much worth looking for. The more zones of back support, the better your spine will be aligned. Heveya® sells a 7-zone back support latex mattress. Conclusion Identifying the right level of mattress firmness is a very individualized decision. A mattress which is just right for you may quite easily be too soft or too firm for someone else. So finding the right level of firmness for you is something which can only be done by testing out the mattress. Most reputable mattress shops have a showroom, so make sure you visit to try out mattresses before buying. The correct level of firmness is one that promotes proper spinal alignment in your body, while also feeling very pleasant and comfortable. If you are able to find and try out a mattress with zoned back support, this may be the ideal solution.
The Pros and Cons of Latex Mattresses
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‘What are the Pros and Cons of latex mattresses?’ is a common question asked by customers looking for latex mattresses. If you are considering a latex mattress, you should be aware of its advantages and disadvantages. Let's take a look at these. Pros 1. Extremely comfortable. A latex mattress delivers ultimate comfort. When you first lie down on a latex mattress, you'll at first feel a soft sinking feeling, followed immediately by a buoyant supportive sensation. This is due to the natural springiness of latex, and it feels incredibly comfortable. 2. Promotes pain relief. Latex mattresses are an ideal choice for those with back pain or joint pain. Many health professionals such as osteopaths, physical therapists and chiropractors recommend latex mattresses for pain relief. This is because of the comfort and cushioning properties of the latex, as well as its ability to promote natural spine alignment. In any case, if pain is interfering with your sleep, a switch to a latex mattress could help you significantly. 3. Natural spine alignment. A huge advantage of latex mattresses is their ability to promote proper spine alignment. Heavier parts of the body such as the shoulders and hips sink into the latex, yet lighter areas are still strongly supported to align the spine naturally. The ability to support the natural curvature of the spine is a huge bonus for health and wellness, as well as keeping pain at bay. Furthermore, with this good pressure distribution, blood circulation is improved on a latex mattress. 4. All-natural. Latex is a natural product, produced from the sap of the rubber tree, Hevea brasiliensis. The milky-white sap is processed into a comfortable foam mattress block. The springiness you feel when you lie down is entirely due to the natural properties of the latex. Because of its all-natural origin, you do not have to worry about toxic chemicals or metals being present in a latex mattress, unlike other mattresses. At Heveya® Singapore, we only sell 100% pure latex mattresses. 5. Natural resistance to mould and dust mites. Latex is naturally mould resistant and dust mite resistant without the use of any added chemicals. This factor alone is a huge advantage in warm humid climates such as that of Singapore. Other types of mattresses are either not resistant at all - resulting in big problems such as visible mould growth - or they are resistant but only because harsh chemicals have been added. You won't want to sleep on a mattress which contains dust mites or mould, and neither would you want to sleep on a cloud of chemicals. Hence, latex is the ideal choice for a naturally hygienic and healthy sleeping environment. 6. Naturally allergen free. Did you know that the vast majority of allergies in the bedroom are actually caused by the body's reaction to proteins produced by dust mites or mould? Latex mattresses are naturally resistant to mould and dust mites, so they simply do not contain these allergens. Therefore, those who suffer from year-round allergies may find relief with a latex mattress. 7. Environmentally responsible. When you purchase a 100% pure latex mattress, you are supporting the growth of the rubber tree. Tapping the rubber tree to collect the latex-containing sap will not kill the tree. Therefore, the production of latex mattresses encourages the growth of rubber trees. Plantations are carefully managed to ensure their growth is sustainable. The trees in these plantations remove carbon dioxide from the air, so you are helping the environment when you purchase a latex mattress. There is simply no other type of mattress which is as environmentally responsible. All other types of mattresses require a lot of synthetic ingredients and harm the environment instead of helping it. For those who want the ultimate in environmental friendliness, organic latex mattresses are available. This is becoming increasingly popular, especially among eco-conscious shoppers and parents of babies and young children. Organic latex is 100% natural latex which has been grown without the use of pesticides. Whether or not you opt for the organic variety, you can feel good about doing your part for the environment when you purchase a latex mattress. 8. No metal, therefore no amplification of electromagnetic radiation. The zero-metal content of latex mattresses make them very popular among those who want to sleep safely. In contrast, the metal springs in spring coil mattresses are believed to amplify electromagnetic radiation, acting like an antenna: this is not a good environment for our bodies to sleep on. 9. Excellent air circulation. Latex has a natural open-cell structure, allowing for good air flow. In addition, a series of pinholes are added during the processing of latex, and this increases airflow even further. This excellent air circulation makes for a cooler night's sleep - a big advantage in the warm humid climate of Singapore. In addition to comfort, hygiene is another benefit of the superb air circulation of latex mattresses. Perspiration does not linger or make a latex mattress feel damp. 10. Does not transmit movement easily. The natural resiliency of latex means that movement on one side of the mattress is not transmitted easily to the other side. This means that if you sleep with a partner, you will both be a lot more comfortable and will sleep more deeply than you would on a mattress which transmits movement. 11. Highly durable. Latex mattresses are among the most durable types of mattresses. They last a lot longer than other types of mattresses before needing to be replaced. 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Is A Latex Mattress Hot to Sleep On
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There is a common misconception that sleeping on a latex mattress feels hot. This issue probably arises because so many people confuse latex with memory foam. One should not feel warm while sleeping on a latex mattress compared to a memory foam mattress. A latex mattress actually allows air to circulate much better than many other types of mattresses, allowing for a cool comfortable sleep. Why is this issue important? In Dubai, nobody wants to sleep on a mattress that feels hot. In cooler climates, a warm-feeling mattress may be received well to customers, but this is not the case here. If you are thinking about purchasing a mattress, you will certainly want to select one which is suitable for the climate. How does latex offer a cooler night's sleep? Open cell structure of latex To understand why latex delivers a cooling sleep, we need to look at the structure of latex. Latex is made from the sap of the rubber tree, and this sap is processed into a foam block. This type of foam has an open cell structure which allows a lot of airflow. In addition, a latex mattress is punctuated by pinholes set at regular intervals, offering even further airflow. Different latex manufacturers have different methods of ensuring this type of ventilation in latex mattresses, whether these are the standard pinholes or other ductwork. You can see how our EB latex mattresses are made here. The pinholes or ductwork are created during the manufacturing process, whereas the foam itself naturally has an open cell structure. With both methods of airflow, the key point to note is that latex is naturally well-ventilated. The open cell structure and the pinholes offer superb ventilation, allowing you to experience a cooler night's sleep. Movement on a latex mattress increases air circulation In addition to all the built-in ventilation, latex mattresses also allow extra movement of air when you move during your sleep. This happens because when you move around on the open-cell structure of latex, it creates a 'pump and suck' effect that encourages air to move into the area you just vacated. In a nutshell, movement on a latex mattress encourages air to move in and out of the mattress through the open-cell structure and the pinholes. This helps you feel cooler while sleeping. How does this differ from memory foam? Unlike latex, most memory foam mattresses have a closed cell structure. This limits the airflow considerably in memory foam mattresses, which means that memory foam feels hotter while sleeping. The other difference is that memory foam relies on body heat to contour to the body's shape. This heat is retained easily by the mattress, again making memory foam feel warm to sleep on. The mattress cover plays a critical role in ventilation Even if your mattress itself has the best airflow in the world, you will only feel cool if your mattress cover allows proper ventilation. There is no point in enclosing a latex mattress in an airtight cover: you would lose all the benefits of the mattress ventilation. Let's look at what you require in a suitable mattress cover for a latex mattress. Firstly, you need a mattress cover. For health and hygiene purposes, you will want a removable cleanable mattress cover. You can simply unzip the cover, pop it in the wash (or send it for dry-cleaning) and then you have a fresh clean surface. Secondly, latex can lose some of its durability when exposed to direct sunlight; another reason why you need a cover for your latex mattress. A good mattress cover which allows for proper airflow needs to be breathable in some way. In addition it should be cleanable - there is no point to having the cover if it merely ventilates but cannot be cleaned. At Heveya®, all our latex mattresses come with one of two top quality covers which fit these important criteria. The first of these covers is a washable one with a ventilation spacer, where the spacer allows excellent air circulation and moisture regulation. The other is a dry-cleanable cover made of bamboo which keeps your body dry and cool. A breathable mattress cover on your luxurious latex mattress will keep you fresh and cool all night long. Use a slatted bed base to make the most of your mattress You'll also want to ensure your bed base allows for great airflow to keep you cool at night. Avoid a flat base for this: it would block off all the natural venting properties of your latex mattress. Instead, use a sprung slatted bed base. Ultra-comfortable and hygienic, this type of base lets air flow between the slats and keeps you cool at night. If you haven't considered sprung slatted bases recently, you may wish to do so as they allow you to make adjustments on the level of springiness just the way you like it.

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