Health & Sustainability

Transparent information our mattress health, safety and sustainability issues.

29 articles in this collection
Written by Jay D, Mark Abrials and John Davies

Sustainability Impact Reports

Our 2021 Impact Report

An annual review of Avocado's sustainability achievements.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Our 2020 Impact Report

An annual review of Avocado's sustainability achievements.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Our 2019 Impact Report

An annual review of Avocado's sustainability achievements.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Packaging

Do You Use Plastic Packaging?

Avocado is the only mattress maker in America to wrap our mattresses in paper.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Are The Plastic Bags Your Towels Come In Really Compostable?

Yup, those bags are made from a 100% biodegradable and compostable bio-polybag.

Written by John Davies
Updated over a week ago

Organic Latex

Who Harvests Your Organic Latex?

Meet Suma & Jayan: A love story ...

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Which Is Better: Natural or Synthetic Latex?

Natural and organic latex is better.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

How Will An Avocado Mattress Affect My Latex Allergy?

If you're concerned about a latex allergy, consult your allergist prior to purchase.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Is Your Wool Ethically Sourced?

Yes, our wool is 100% GOTS organic certified and sourced from our wool farm in the Himalayas.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Organic Wool

Where Does Your Wool Come From?

Learn about our shepherds, and the women behind our organic wool.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

How Do You Wash Your Raw Wool?

Our 100% GOTS organic certified wool is cleaned gently and effectively.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Do You Use Wool As a Fire or Flame Retardant in Your Mattress?

Yes, we use organic wool from our own organically raised herds in the Himalayas.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Does Your Wool Contain Lanolin?

No, lanolin is removed from our 100% GOTS organic certified wool.

Written by Jay D
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Organic Cotton

Who Farms Our Cotton?

The journey of our organic cotton is about more than money.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Does Your Cotton Ticking Fabric Use Certified Organic Cotton? Do You Use Polyester In Your Ticking?

We use only GOTS organic certified cotton fabric with our mattresses, pillows, bedding, and toppers. We do not use polyester.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Are Your Sewing Threads Certified for Environmental Compliance?

Yes, our sewing threads are STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Emissions, Off-Gassing & VOCs

Do Your Mattresses Emit a Gas or Chemical Odor?

Our mattresses are natural, safe & non-toxic. They do not off-gas.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

What Is Off-Gassing?

The natural and organic materials in our mattresses do not off-gas.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

General Sustainability & Health

What Is a B Corp? Can I See Your Score?

We are proud to be a Certified B Corporation, committed to balancing purpose with profit. Awarded Best for the World in 2022.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Health Risks of Fiberglass in a Mattresses

Learn about health and safety issues associated with fiberglass in mattresses.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Why are Firm Mattresses Better?

A firm mattress is considered the best option for those in search of a comfortable, supportive sleeping surface and a quality night's sleep.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Does Your Mattress Contain Bisphenol A Epoxy Resins or BPAs?

No, our mattresses do not contain BPAs.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

How Is Avocado Committed to Protecting Forests?

Discover our commitment to protecting forests through our paper, packaging, and fabrics choices.

Written by Mark Abrials
Updated over a week ago

Do You Have Any Proposition 65 Warnings Required By California?

As a byproduct of making our own furniture, in a separate facility, we do create wood dust, which requires a Proposition 65 warning.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Why Do You Offset the Carbon Footprint Associated With Your Factory and Shipping?

Offsetting our carbon footprint helps mitigate the effects of climate change.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

No Flame Retardants

How Can You Make a Mattress Without Chemical Fire Retardants?

We use organic wool or natural graphite powder as a non-toxic flame retardants.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Can You Show Me Your Burn Test Lab Results For Fire Safety?

Of course! Our mattresses are lab-tested annually and easily comply with criteria for large open flame/burn resistance.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Do You Use Toxic Flame Retardants?

No, we use natural materials as flame retardants.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago

Recycling, Upcycling & Biodegradability

What Is Upcycling? How Is it Different Than Recycling?

Upcycling is the practice of using discarded objects or material in such a way as to create a new product.

Written by Jay D
Updated over a week ago