Chemical Information/Bed Bug Check

This is a great link the OMS found on chemical cotton.Showing pictures from around the world of chemical production of cotton. It is a longer download, but worth it for the pictures alone.

http://www.ejfoundation.org/pdf/the_deadly_chemicals_in_cotton.pdf

ALSO, IS A MATTRESS WORTH $33,OOO TO $68,000???

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704009804575308700105548776.html

CONVENTIONAL MATTRESSES

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OFFGASSING

FEATURES	BENEFITS	NATURAL FOAMS	SBR FOAMS	POLYURETHANE FOAMS
100% Natural,No artificial fillers used	Promotes Good Health	Derived from the Milky juice of the rubber tree	Foam with a chemical base	Foam with a chemical base
Contains Antibacterial properties	Good for people with respiraGoodtory problems such as Hay fever and exzema. Repels Dust Mites	Superior recovery properties	Does not have good recovery properties	Does not have good recovery propreties
Highly resilient and flexible	Supports the body by taking shape and prevents backaches	Inherent resilience	Lacks Resilience	Lacks Resilience
Does not sag or deform	Makes sleeping comfortable , provides an even sleeping surface	Dissipates sweat and moisture from the body	lower level of sweat disposal	Lower level of sweat disposal
Unique pinhole design	Good air circulation, body perspiration quickly dissipates out from the mattress.Does not retain moisture	Durable and resilient	Does not possess any pinholes	Does not possess any pinholes
Available in soft,medium, and firm hardness	Meets the consumer demand for the desired comfort level	If burnt,smoke contains unburnt carbon,not injurious to health	Creates black toxic smoke injurious to health	Creates black toxic smoke injurious to health

What is your mattress made from?

A growing number of people are sensitive to the abundance of chemicals used in the manufacture of everyday items.Mattress deterioration,health concerns and life-stage changes are the major reasons to replace your old mattress. Our mattresses have been designed for those who wish to live in a simpler environment, while enjoying a top quality and hand-made product. We use only the finest materials found in nature; 100% certified organically grown cotton, Pure wool, and natural rubber.

100% Certified Organic Cotton Ticking and Padding

Pure Wool

Natural rubber.

Reduce your exposure to chemicals thru off gassing by sleeping the next 1/3 of your life on a natural mattress.

Please call for a Free Sample kit of Natural Latex, Organic Pure Wool, 100% certified organic cotton, and a CD of how we do things around here.

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NATURAL WHITE LATEX

Raw Materials

Carefully selected natural latex.

Compounding

Our technologists have cleverly made use of their valuable experience to manufacture this uniquely white product using only 100% natural rubber.

Foaming & Gelling

Modern computer controlled foaming machine gives superior quality.

Vulcanization

Thousands of stainless steel pins of the right size and configuration give the most efficient vulcanization that makes the product so comfortable and durable.

Washing

Series of washing and squeezing using drinkable quality water ensures a pure product.

Drying

Carefully monitored for best end product.

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Conditioning is done with purpose to eliminate all residual moisture.

Our research & development is based on the knowledge bank we proudly possess in our experienced people that no new-comer will be able to match.

Fabrication means we cater to a variety of customer demands using vertical and horizontal cutters.

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Quality Control

Every product carefully examined by experienced quality checkers.

Packing

Each product is individually covered carrying a quality checked label and traceability tag.

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Bed Bug Check For Infestation

Do It Yourself

Researchers at Rutgers University in New Brunswick,N.J., have created an inexpensive,do-it-yourself trap using readily available household items. After testing dozens of setups, researchers found success using an insulated, one-third gallon jug (available at camping supply stores) packed with 2.5 pounds of dry ice (check the web for local dealers).The jug is place in a plastic dish-researchers used one made for cat food. Paper taped to the bowl's rim serves as a bed bug ramp; a dusting of talcum powder inside the dish keeps the bugs from crawling back out. By leaving the top of the jug open slightly, bedbug-attracting carbon dioxide leaks out. A similar trap made with travel mugs also works. The device is not intended to exterminate bedbug populations, which are notoriously hard to wipe out, but it can be used to check for an infestation or reinfestation. Bedbugs have become a major problem in many U.S. cities including New York, where the number of reported infestations more than doubled between 2007, and 2009.

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TESTIMONIALS

Letters from a few of our customers says it all.

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Hi Organic Mattress Store gang

Just wanted to let you know we love our new mattresses, thanks so much.

We also appreciate that you were able to organise the delivery to the W 82nd street address for last Sunday morning, it meant we just had movers come to take the mattresses from there to here at West End Avenue, and we were able to move on Monday when Lewis was at child care. We had the first night on the floor - but on our new mattresses and we all slept well.

We're really happy, despite the last minute flurry about the shipping, so thanks so much.

I am also enjoying the millet pillow!

Thanks again and we'll happily give referrals to your company whenever we get a chance.

All the best

Caroline, Danny and Lewis

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Dennis.

I wanted to write today and let you know how delighted I am with my new Key West mattress and base set from The Organic Mattress Store. Your product is comfortable, clean, odor free, and supportive. I feel like I achieved a new level of sleep since I made the switch to organic. What’s more, it didn’t cost me any more than mainstream alternatives. A clear “no brainer” from my point of view!

Also, I must commend your entire organization’s professionalism. Your sales team took the time to educate me on your organic alternative to mainstream mattress products. Your logistics company arranged and communicated a convenient delivery time. And the delivery guys took care when delivering the product and setting it up. I was very impressed. In all, you and your team did what you said you would do, and you did it the right way.

Thank you again

Tom

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Dear Laura,

We want to thank you for the generous help you've provided in

advising us on a bed frame for our new mattress. We will recommend

you and your store to my step-mother who is an interior designer and

to all those who can benefit from your high-quality merchandise and expertise.

All the best,

Valerie

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Lee

We're enjoying our new latex mattress! It is a heavenly sleep! Quality is off the scale.

We are very pleased! Thanks!

Neal & Emily

(and Cheesepea; our pomeranian)

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Laura,

I just received a letter (see below) from my friend, Temma - whom I had referred to your store. She is most delighted to have a new bed coming her way after all of the virtues I extolled regarding your product and service!
We also sent Sue and Bill back to your store for a bed for their new home in North Carolina. To say that I have told ALL of my friends that you not only sell the BEST product, but that you are extremely reputable -- would be a gross understatement.I would not hesitate to refer as many people as I can to your wonderful store!

Sincerely,
Deb

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Dear Organic Mattress Store,

My beautiful mattress was delivered yesterday and I finally had a good night sleep! I am very pleased with the mattress and wanted to thank you for the product and great service.

I am so glad that good products made in America still exist!

Sincerely'

Kristina

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Dear Laura,

Just wanted to thank you for all your help with the purchase of our new mattress and Freeport frame. Your knowledge, mixed with kindness and patience will always be appreciated.The difference between our old mattress and the new one is like night and day. What's truly amazing is I no longer have sore hips and knees.Thank you also for the comforter and candle. Love them too.

Sincerely Diane

P.S. You're perfect for the job!

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Dennis,

It's been three months since receiving our mattress, and I just had to let you know how incredible my back has been feeling. Your latex topper, combined with their mattress, has all but eliminated my back problems. The daily pain had become unbearable, and being a chiropractor myself, I knew our 'name brand' bed was a problem. So, just a little 'Thank You' for helping my wife and I sleep better.

Sincerely,

Dr. G.S. Keppel

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Hi Dennis,

Just to let you know, everything arrived and is set up. We've had our first two nights sleep on the new mattress with our new pillows, and so far everything is wonderful! No neck pain. No hip pain. Let's hope this is a sign for the future!

Thanks for all your help with expediting the order and with our mattress selection.

Best,

Theresa

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Leora,

I just wanted to let you know I had a very good sleep. My mattress, organic

cotton sheets and pillows are pleasing to look at and plush. As I drifted

into slumber I couldn't help but recognize all that made this experience

possibe: the rubber trees, the cotton from india and the woman wearing a

sarhi who weaved it, the sheep grazing in pasture and the family that

sherared them, and the guy named Jose in California who

put it all together.

In buddhism this kind of experience is refered to as shunyata or emptiness.

It's the realization that nothing exists inherently but is dependent on many other events.

Thanks, Damon

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Dennis & Leora,

We couldn't be happier with our new mattress. In fact, we'd be getting the best sleep of our lives if our 4-month-old daughter wasn't waking us up 3 times a night! I look forward to the next time we get a mattress from your store.

Best regards,

Harris & Julie

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Hi Leora

We wanted to let you know that everything we ordered has arrived and were blissfully sleeping night after night. Thanks for all your help with selecting the perfect mattress and accessories

Best wishes,

Amy and Liam

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Dear Dennis and Leora,

Just wanted to let you know that all of our bedding arrived this past week, and we absolutely love everything! You were both such a huge help with all of this, and gave us great advice, and we really appreciate it.

I was having such insomnia before I got the mattress, and I am sleeping far, far better already. And, my fibromyalgia and muscle aches are already feeling better as well.

We have sent your website to so many friends, and we are also on a lot of environmental chat lists (particularly for design and also for health), so we have posted our rave reviews on there as well.

Thanks again, and best wishes!

Creative Director, Bergworks GBM

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Hi Lee. Thank you for your email and voicemail. I will wait another week and see how we feel. Thanks for the update on the crib mattress. You have been very helpful and informative throughout this buying process, and we certainly appreciate the great customer service.

Happy Holidays!

~ Kim

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Hi Dennis and Lee,

Just thought I should thank you for the wonderful nights sleep I've been getting since receiving my new mattress and wool topper. The bed was nice, but when I put the topper on a couple weeks later (when it arrived), it was heaven. I sleep so much better,even when my husband is restless, he used to wake me a lot on our waterbed. Thanks again for your help and hope to buy more from you soon.

Cheryl -Downers Grove, IL

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Hi Lee, Just wanted to thank you again for all of your help. You made the experience a real pleasure, and not at all stressful. You are both very knowledgeable, patient, and forthcoming, and I just know that I will just love my mattress. And, the best part was taking my time in a quiet environment to try out the mattresses!

Much thanks, will be in touch, Stacy

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Hi!! I have been wanting to follow up with you both to tell you how perfect my mattress is!! I LOVE it – chose the right one for me. Yes, it was worth the time we all spent ‘cause I am so happy with everything. The mattress is great, love the Ramblin’ Woods bed frame, etc.
Thank you both for all the advice, patience and faith. Lee- hope your back is better – mine is better but of course, not a normal back.
Take care, Stacy

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Today we received our beautiful organic Peruvian sateen sheets, which my husband ordered yesterday. Can't wait to sleep on them. We will remember to call The Organic Mattress Store for our future bedding needs.

Thank you Dennis.

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Dennis,

I just wanted to tell you how thrilled my husband and I were with the service we received from Laura while purchasing two matresses from your company. She is extremely knowledgeable and connects beautifully with people......she is a very, very good asset to your company in every way.

I just wanted to pass along the positive remarks,

Jennifer and Harvey From North Carolina

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Hi Laura,
The wool pads are great, thank you:)

It was very sweet of you to include a little whale for my little guy, especially since his favorite song is Baby Beluga!

Best,
anna