Every Avocado mattress is crafted using natural and organic materials — no polyurethane foam, no chemical flame retardants, no fiberglass, no chemical adhesives between layers. This article shows what's inside each model, layer by layer.
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Eco Organic Mattresses (Adult, Kids)
Green Mattresses (Extra Firm, Firm, Medium, Plush, Ultra Plush)
Luxury Organic Mattresses (Medium, Plush, Ultra Plush)
Grand Luxe Mattresses (6 models)
Vegan Mattresses (Medium, Plush)
Finished-Mattress Certifications — All Models
Every Avocado mattress holds six simultaneous finished-product certifications — applied to the complete mattress as it arrives in your home, not to individual components:
Certification | What It Verifies |
Organic integrity from farm through finished product — The standard Avocado requires to call a mattress organic. License CU863637, publicly verifiable at global-standard.org | |
Finished product tested against the strictest harmful substance limits — Class I, designed for baby and toddler products | |
Screens finished products against thousands of substances harmful to human health, aquatic life, and wildlife | |
Full ingredient transparency and health-based screening — all ingredients publicly listed | |
Certifies against chemical emission limits for bedrooms and children's rooms | |
UL® Formaldehyde-Free | Independently validates no added formaldehyde or formaldehyde precursors |
The organic Dunlop latex in every innerspring mattress holds GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard) certification as a material (certificate CU863637), verifying ≥95% certified organic content. GOLS certifies the latex material; GOTS certifies the finished mattress. See: Difference Between GOTS and GOLS.
Natural materials feel better, are extremely durable, and sleep cool:
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Purposeful Materials
Every material in an Avocado mattress replaces something "conventional" — wool instead of chemical flame retardants, latex instead of polyurethane foam, hemp and coconut fiber instead of synthetic padding. Nothing is added for appearance.
Material | What It Does | Why Avocado Uses It |
Organic Cotton Ticking | Enclosure; breathability; durability; soft feel | Outer fabric shell — the first material touching your body; works with wool for flame retardance |
Natural flame barrier; temperature and moisture regulation | Cool sleep and moisture-wicking; helps meet federal flammability standards. | |
Pressure relief; responsiveness; durability | Outperforms polyurethane foam for lifespan, breathability, and material safety; GOLS-certified | |
Lighter, more buoyant comfort layer | Used in softer configurations where Dunlop's density would be excessive | |
Organic Hemp Pad | Structural support | Dense natural fiber; stabilizes coil units and resists compression over time |
Organic Coconut Fiber Pad | Firmness enhancement; airflow | Cocofiber infused with organic latex — adds transition firmness without trapping heat |
Individually Wrapped Coils | Core support; motion isolation; airflow | Encased coils contour independently and create ventilation channels that foam cannot; GOTS-compliant |
Micro-Coil Units | Comfort responsiveness; motion separation at the sleep surface | Adds a responsive transition layer between the comfort materials and the main coil unit; GOTS-compliant |
Breathability; temperature regulation | Finer than wool; used in premium models where temperature sensitivity is a priority | |
Natural Silk & Mohair | Luxury feel; moisture management | Used selectively in the Luxury Organic gusset for tactile softness and breathability |
Nonwoven Layer | Structural stability | Prevents wool from migrating between layers; GOTS-compliant |
Wool Rosettes | Each rosette is hand-placed to anchor layers in position instead of using adhesives to bind layers |
Mattresses
Eco Organic Mattress: Medium
Avocado's most accessible certified organic mattress — the Eco Organic Mattress holds all six finished-product certifications. Tight-top hybrid mattress design. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — 1 oz/sq. ft.; natural flame barrier; sourced from certified farms in India
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content; sourced from certified farms and processing facilities in India and Guatemala
Individually Wrapped Coil Unit — Up to 1,000 8-inch individually wrapped coils. Made in our manufacturing facility, our border coils are 16-gauge, while the interior zone coils are 14-gauge for enhanced durability. Springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric. Layers secured with recycled steel rings.
Organic Cotton Canvas
Mattresses on bunk beds and trundles should be no higher than 8 inches to ensure kids stay within the guardrails' bounds and have sufficient headroom. Our Eco Organic Kids Mattress is 7.5 inches tall. See: Why Sleep Organic? For Kids.
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — 1 oz/sq. ft.; natural flame barrier; sourced from certified farms in India
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 1 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content; sourced from certified farms and processing facilities in India and Guatemala
Individually Wrapped Coil Unit — Up to 1,000 6-inch individually wrapped coils. Made in our manufacturing facility, our border coils are 16-gauge, while the interior zone coils are 14-gauge for enhanced durability. Springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric.
Organic Cotton Canvas
Green Mattresses
Note: The Extra Firm cutout below does not show the organic cotton ticking or organic wool that is on top of the organic latex, or the cotton canvas base:
Avocado's firmest mattress — purpose-built for big-and-tall sleepers, plus-size individuals, athletes, and anyone who requires maximum support. The Extra Firm replaces the standard single coil unit with a dual-coil construction separated by a natural latex-infused coconut fiber pad, delivering orthopedic-grade firmness without synthetic foam. No sinkage. All six finished-product certifications apply. Needle-tufted by hand with up to 9 wool rosettes. 9.75 inches tall. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane; needle-tufted by hand using organic wool yarn rosettes; double-stitched reinforced edge seams; four heavy-duty handles
Organic Wool — Double layer, natural flame barrier meeting federal flammability standards without chemical treatment; RWS-certified; sourced from certified farms in India
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); perforated and ventilated for enhanced airflow; ≥95% certified organic content; FSC® certified (FSC-C156318); sourced from certified farms and processing facilities in India and Guatemala
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Fiber Pad — ½ inch; cocofiber infused with organic latex; firmness enhancement and airflow layer
Individually Wrapped Coil Unit: — 3 inches; 14-gauge double-tempered recycled steel; springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric; upper support layer
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Fiber Pad — ½ inch; separates the two coil units; structural buffer; no adhesives
Individually Wrapped Coil Unit — inches; 14-gauge double-tempered recycled steel; springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric; base support layer
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Fiber Pad — ½ inch; separates the two coil units; structural buffer; no adhesives
Organic Cotton Canvas
Note: The Firm cutout below does not show the organic cotton ticking or organic wool that is on top of the organic latex, or the cotton canvas base:
2 inches of GOLS-certified organic Dunlop latex over a dual coconut fiber pad and coil system — Avocado's firmest tight-top configuration in the Green line, purpose-built for back and stomach sleepers, heavier body types, and athletes. No latex below the coil; a needle-punched wool base layer replaces it for a no-sink surface. All six finished-product certifications apply. 11.5 inches tall. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane for functional stretch; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — first layer; natural flame barrier; sourced from certified farms in India; RWS-certified
Organic Wool — second layer; same sourcing
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content; sourced from certified farms and processing facilities in India and Guatemala
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Fiber Pad — ½ inch; cocofiber infused with organic latex; above coil unit
Individually Wrapped Innerspring Unit — up to 1,379 fabric-encased recycled steel coils in 7 ergonomic zones, 3 interior and 4 reinforced perimeter zones — 16-gauge reinforced perimeter, 15-gauge center third, 14-gauge shoulder and hip zones; reinforced steel perimeter edge support. Springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Fiber Pad — ½ inch; below coil unit
Organic Wool — needle-punched; base layer
Organic Cotton Canvas — herringbone pattern
3 inches of GOLS-certified organic Dunlop latex total. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane for functional stretch; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — 1 oz/sq. ft.; natural flame barrier meeting federal flammability standards without chemical treatment; sourced from certified farms in India
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content; sourced from certified farms and processing facilities in India and Guatemala
Individually Wrapped Innerspring Unit — up to 1,379 fabric-encased recycled steel coils in 7 ergonomic zones, 3 interior and 4 reinforced perimeter zones — 16-gauge reinforced perimeter, 15-gauge center third, 14-gauge shoulder and hip zones; reinforced steel perimeter edge support. Springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 1 inch (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content
Organic Cotton Canvas — herringbone pattern
5 inches of GOLS-certified organic Dunlop latex total. Same construction as Tight-Top with an additional 2-inch latex comfort layer in the pillow-top. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — 1 oz/sq. ft.; natural flame barrier; sourced from certified farms in India
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); pillow-top comfort layer
Individually Wrapped Innerspring Unit — up to 1,379 fabric-encased recycled steel coils in 7 ergonomic zones, 3 interior and 4 reinforced perimeter zones — 16-gauge reinforced perimeter, 15-gauge center third, 14-gauge shoulder and hip zones; reinforced steel perimeter edge support. Springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 1 inch (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft)
Organic Cotton Canvas — herringbone pattern
3 inches of FSC®-certified Pure Talalay® latex plus 3 inches of GOLS-certified organic Dunlop latex. The deepest, softest Green Mattress configuration. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — 1 oz/sq. ft.; natural flame barrier; sourced from certified farms in India
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
FSC®-Certified Pure Talalay® Latex — 3 inches (14 ILD); lighter, more buoyant feel; responsibly sourced and processed in Shelton, Connecticut
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content; sourced from certified farms and processing facilities in India and Guatemala
Individually Wrapped Innerspring Unit — up to 1,379 fabric-encased recycled steel coils in 7 ergonomic zones, 3 interior and 4 reinforced perimeter zones — 16-gauge reinforced perimeter, 15-gauge center third, 14-gauge shoulder and hip zones; reinforced steel perimeter edge support. Springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 1 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content; sourced from certified farms and processing facilities in India and Guatemala
Organic Cotton Canvas — herringbone pattern
Luxury Organic Mattresses
Available in Tight-Top (13.25 inches), Pillow-Top (14 inches), and Box-Top (15.5 inches). The Luxury Organic Mattress is material-intensive, featuring a premium dual-comfort coil system and premium materials, including organic cotton, wool-silk blend, alpaca, GOLS-certified organic Dunlop latex, and premium Pure Talalay®. Layers listed top to bottom:
Top Panel (all configurations)
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — sourced from certified farms in the Himalayas, cleaned mechanically without chemicals in India
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
Natural Alpaca Fiber — 2 inches (500g); ethically sourced; premium breathability and temperature regulation
Organic Wool — second wool layer
Natural Alpaca Fiber — 2 inches (500g); second alpaca layer
Organic Cotton Canvas — 375g/12oz
Gusset
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content; contour-cut in a patented 3-zone design. Box-Top configuration uses 3 inches of FSC®-certified Pure Talalay® latex instead.
Organic Wool, Natural Silk, and Natural Mohair Blend — 700g
Core & Base
Micro-Coil Innerspring Unit (Plush and Ultra Plush) — 1 inch; up to 1,209 individually wrapped micro-coil comfort springs.
Organic Wool, Cotton, and Natural Silk — 500g (Pillow-Top only)
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content
Organic Hemp Pad — 450g; firm structural support
Individually Wrapped Innerspring Unit — up to 1,379 fabric-encased recycled steel coils in 7 ergonomic zones, 3 interior and 4 reinforced perimeter zones — 16-gauge reinforced perimeter, 15-gauge center third, 14-gauge shoulder and hip zones; reinforced steel perimeter edge support. Springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric
Organic Hemp Pad — 450g
Specialty Mattresses
The Latex Mattress is Avocado's coil-free design — 9 inches of GOLS-certified organic Dunlop latex in three seamless layers, with organic cotton and wool throughout. All six finished-product certifications apply. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with up to 3% elastane; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — needle-punched; natural flame barrier
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches (D65 / 14–19 ILD, soft); ≥95% certified organic content; top comfort layer
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 3 inches (D75 / 20–25 ILD, medium-firm); ≥95% certified organic content; middle transition layer
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 4 inches (D85 / 38 ILD, firm); ≥95% certified organic content; base support layer
Organic Wool — needle-punched; base layer
Organic Cotton Canvas — herringbone pattern
Note: The organic cotton ticking is not shown:
Avocado's only latex-free and foam-free innerspring design — the Wool Mattress is built entirely from organic wool, natural alpaca, and two layers of precision-engineered coils. No latex, no foam, no synthetic materials. All six finished-product certifications apply; note that this model holds OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I. Needle-tufted by hand. 11.75 inches tall. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane; needle-tufted by hand using organic cotton yarn rosettes; double-stitched reinforced edge seams; four heavy-duty handles
Organic Wool — first layer; natural flame barrier meeting federal flammability standards without chemical treatment; sourced from free-grazing Gaddi sheep in the Himalayan foothills of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand; RWS-certified
Natural Alpaca Fiber — premium layer; ethically sourced from South America; breathability and natural temperature regulation
Micro-Coil Innerspring Unit — 1 inch; individually wrapped microcoils; comfort layer for added responsiveness and enhanced airflow
Organic Wool — second layer; same sourcing as above; sandwiched over the alpaca
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
Individually Wrapped Innerspring Unit — up to 1,379 fabric-encased recycled steel coils in 7 ergonomic zones, 3 interior and 4 reinforced perimeter zones — 16-gauge reinforced perimeter, 15-gauge center third, 14-gauge shoulder and hip zones; reinforced steel perimeter edge support. Springs float independently in GOTS-compliant non-woven polypropylene fabric
Organic Cotton Canvas — wraps all sides
The Vegan Mattress shares the same construction as the Green Mattress — available in Medium and Plush configurations — with two differences: organic wool is replaced with organic cotton batting, and natural graphite powder is infused in the organic latex as a non-toxic flame barrier. The Vegan Mattress is Certified Vegan by Vegan Action and PETA®-approved. All six finished-product certifications apply.
Classic Tufted-Top: Firm
Classic Tufted-Top: Cushion-Firm
Classic Tufted-Top: Medium
True Heritage Pillowtop: Medium
True Heritage Pillowtop: Plush
True Heritage Pillowtop: Ultra Plush
Crib Mattresses
All Avocado crib mattresses hold the same six finished-product certifications as our adult lineup — including OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I, the strictest tier, specifically designed for products used by babies and toddlers. No polyurethane foam, no chemical flame retardants, no fiberglass. No PLA bioplastics are used.
Eco Organic Crib Mattress (Standard & Mini)
No latex foam layer — lighter in weight for easy sheet changes. Available in single and dual-sided options (4.75 inches tall, 21–23 lbs). Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — surrounds the mattress; natural flame barrier; no chemical flame retardants, no fiberglass
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Husk Pad — ½ inch; breathable cocofiber infused with organic latex; top comfort layer
Individually Wrapped Innerspring Unit — 242 recycled steel coils (3.5 inches); individually encased in GOTS-compliant, food-grade polypropylene; infant-firm on one side, gentle toddler contouring on the other (dual-sided option)
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Husk Pad — ½ inch; base layer for additional support
Avocado Organic Crib Mattress
No coils — pure latex and coconut husk construction. Dual-sided (5.5 inches tall, 28 lbs). Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane; wraps the entire mattress
Organic Wool — surrounds the mattress; natural flame barrier; no chemical flame retardants, no fiberglass
Nonwoven Layer — GOTS-compliant functional accessory; prevents wool from shifting
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Husk Pad — 3 inches; breathable cocofiber infused with GOLS-certified organic latex; firm, tightly quilted surface for newborns
GOLS-Certified Organic Dunlop Latex — 2 inches; provides a slightly softer, more buoyant surface for toddlers
Luxury Organic Crib Mattress
Avocado's premium hybrid crib mattress — 242 individually wrapped coils with organic latex, hemp, and wool. Dual-sided (6 inches tall, 36 lbs). Hand-tufted on the interior. Layers listed top to bottom:
Organic Cotton Ticking — organic cotton with 3% elastane; wraps the entire mattress; double-stitched tape edge seams
Organic Wool — wraps the entire mattress; natural flame barrier; no chemical flame retardants, no fiberglass
GOLS-Certified Organic Coconut Husk Pad — cocofiber base; provides foundation support on both sides
Organic Hemp Pad — firm structural layer above coils
Individually Wrapped Innerspring Unit — 242 upcycled recycled steel coils; 14-gauge, individually encased in GOTS-compliant, food-grade polypropylene; hand-placed and hand-stitched to cocofiber base
Organic Hemp Pad — firm structural layer below coils
GOLS-Certified Organic Pure Talalay® Latex — 1 inch
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