Best for the Bedroom
Great items to spruce up your sleep space.
November/December 2006
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence
1) Protect your mattress with the Pure-Rest O-Wool mattress pad made from sheep’s wool. Moisture resistant and breathable, wool discourages nasties such as bed bugs, dust mites and mold. $130 (twin) to $250 (king). (800) 596-7450; www.PureRest.com
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2) Few natural fibers are as durable and earth friendly as hemp. These luxurious terry blankets are made from European hemp and organic flax linen—with a touch of organic cotton for softness. From $99 (throw) to $299 (king size). (877) 729-4367; www.Rawganique.com
3) A great pillow is key to a great night’s sleep. Natura makes its Dream Mate pillow with hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, natural Talalay latex and adds an unbleached cotton cover infused with aloe, a natural skin enhancer. $60. (888) 628-8723; www.NaturaWorld.com
4) Mattresses made with organic cloth and nontoxic adhesives help you and the planet rest easier. Furnature’s Quilted Organic Innerspring Mattress contains dust mite-resistant wool, organic cotton and demagnetized steel springs. $1,300 (twin mattress/foundation set); $2,500 (king mattress/ foundation set). (800) 326-4895; www.Furnature.com
5) Get a great night’s sleep on this organic, hemp-upholstered Bella Terra bedframe. Made with wood from sustainably managed forests and urban reclamation projects, the frame also features natural latex and organic-cotton batting. Handmade to order: From $2,700 (twin) to $4,300 (king). (800) 726-8365; www.BeanProducts.com