Bamboo Mattresses & Duck-Friendly Duvets!
Panda makes good bedding, including a bamboo mattress combined with recycled polyester for a comfortable memory foam mattress. The zip-off top bamboo cover is easy to remove and keep clean, wipe the mattress clean with a damp cloth. Do not tumble dry the cover, use a steamer for a deep-clean.
The mattress has up to 1500 encased pocket springs to respond to sleeping position that alter in firmness where pressure needs to be relieved. Sold with a 10-year guarantee, it’s sent in zero waste packing and complies with fire regulations.
Most companies will collect old mattresses, or councils can collect, for a small fee, if booked in advance).
Choose Duck-Friendly Duvets!
A few companies use Icelandic down from birds that naturally moult, but most ‘down duvets’ contain feathers from factory-farmed birds.
Panda Duvets are in 4.5 or 10.5 tog (or combine with SnuggleSnap for serious warmth). There is a size guide with tips to measure your bedroom. If you’re over 6 feet, choose a king or super-king to stop your feet hanging over the edge!
If you sleep with someone else (that includes pets), choose a small double upwards, considering the space you need (and size of dogs!) and space you need to move around.
Sustainable Bedding and Fire Regulations
Organic bedding (and pyjamas) are free from chemical fire retardants. They comply with fire regulations, but do avoid overloaded plugs, convector heaters, and don’t leave warm laptops and phones on beds. Also test smoke alarms weekly and avoid fabric conditioners (increase flammability).
Avoid using perfumes, essential oils or scented candles in bedrooms for babies or if pets sleep with you, and know of pet-toxic indoor plants to avoid (including sago palm and lilies).
Bedding Safety for Babies and Children
If buying sustainable bedding for babies, buy new mattresses and avoid cot bumper and pillows The Lullaby Trust has tips to help prevent SIDS.
Launder with mild laundry powder, and wash inside out to protect surface fibres (avoid bleach or fabric conditioner). Line dry where possible, and smooth by hand or iron while still a little damp. Avoid sunlight to preserve colour (this may involve rearranging your bed, if it’s in a sunny room).
