Natural Mattresses – Sleep Comfort with Natural Materials

A natural mattress can contribute to a pleasant and restful sleep. It combines comfortable support with materials from renewable sources – crafted from materials such as natural latex, coconut fibres, sheep's wool, lyocell, or organic cotton.

What Are Natural Mattresses?

Natural mattresses – also known as mattresses made from natural materials or organic mattresses – consist predominantly of renewable raw materials. Unlike conventional models with synthetic foam or man-made fibres, they use natural latex, coconut fibres, horsehair or sheep's wool. These materials are breathable, durable, and help create a balanced sleeping climate.

The Most Important Natural Mattress Types at a Glance

What Are the Advantages of Natural Mattresses?

• Breathability: Natural fibres regulate moisture and temperature.
• Renewable raw materials: Many models consist predominantly of materials from renewable sources.
• Durability: High-quality natural materials retain their shape for many years.
• Certified materials: Depending on the model, components certified to GOTS, OEKO-TEX, or QUL are used.

Is Cold Foam or Natural Latex Better?

That depends entirely on your needs. Cold foam is a true all-rounder – point-elastic, durable, and well-suited for allergy sufferers. It gives way exactly where pressure is applied, providing even support for the body. Those who tend to feel cold at night also benefit from its slightly warmer sleeping feel.

Natural latex, on the other hand, is made from the renewable raw material rubber and is elastic and known for its long service life. It adapts very precisely to the body and provides good pressure distribution and durability. However, latex retains more heat and is significantly heavier – making turning it somewhat more effortful.

Both materials offer high comfort – cold foam is easy to care for and versatile, while natural latex stands out for its elasticity and natural rubber base.

Which Mattresses Support the Natural Alignment of the Spine?

7-zone mattresses are often chosen for zoned body support, as they support the body zones – shoulders, lumbar region, pelvis – individually. This ergonomic division supports an ergonomic sleeping position and relieves the spine. Models with different firmness levels (e.g. H2 or H3) help find the ideal balance between stability and comfort.

What to Consider When Buying a Natural Mattress

For Couples: One Large Mattress or Two?

When sleeping with your partner, the question often arises: one continuous large mattress or two separate ones? With a continuous mattress, one partner usually has to compromise on firmness. Two individual mattresses, on the other hand, allow each person to choose the right firmness – though a small gap forms in the middle.

A partner mattress with two separate cores in one cover offers the ideal middle ground: each person sleeps on their individual side without an annoying gap in between.

Which Mattress Is Suitable for Allergy Sufferers?

For allergy sufferers, washable mattress covers made from organic cotton or lyocell are particularly suitable. They can be washed regularly at 40°C and can thus help reduce house dust and pollen. This can help keep the sleeping climate more hygienic. Covers with a zip and removable shell are also advantageous, as they can be easily cleaned or replaced.

Latex mattresses are generally well-suited for many allergy sufferers, as the open-pored structure of natural latex supports good air circulation. People with a genuine latex allergy, however, should opt for cold foam mattresses with a cotton or lyocell cover.

Covers: Organic Cotton vs. Sheep's Wool vs. Lyocell

Which Firmness Level for Mattresses?

The right firmness level depends not only on body weight, but also on height, body type, and personal sleeping preference. A larger or more muscular person generally needs somewhat more support than a smaller, lighter person. The following table provides rough guidance – slight variations depending on the material are normal: natural latex feels somewhat softer and more elastic, cold foam offers a more stable, slightly firmer sleeping feel, and coconut is considerably firmer and better suited to people who prefer a stable, harder surface.

The firmness level is not a standardised value and may vary slightly between manufacturers. If you fall between two levels or are unsure, a dual-sided mattress with two firmness levels can be a good choice.

Natural Mattresses at ekomia

Our ekomia Natural Mattresses at a Glance

Most mattresses can, from 160 cm width, optionally be supplied with two cores of different firmness in one cover (partner mattress). The two cores can also be glued together on request. All mattresses are available in widths of 80, 90, 100, 120, 140, 160, 180, and 200 cm and lengths of 200 and 220 cm. Covers are freely selectable for every model: 100% organic cotton (washable), lyocell (TENCEL™) (washable), or organic cotton quilted with sheep's wool.

• Natural Latex Mattress Twisp Basic — Entry-level range with 100% natural latex, 5-zone core height approx. 12 cm. Firmness levels Medium (H2) or Firm (H3).
• Natural Latex Mattress Twisp — The classic with 100% natural latex for all sleeper types, 7-zone core height approx. 14 cm. Firmness levels Medium (H2) or Firm (H3).
• Natural Latex Mattress Twisp Comfort — Comfort variant with 100% natural latex, 7-zone core height approx. 15 cm. Also available in firmness level Soft (H1) in addition to Medium (H2) or Firm (H3), for light individuals and those who prefer a particularly soft sleeping feel.
• Natural Latex Mattress Twisp Comfort Plus — Extra comfortable premium variant with 100% natural latex, 7-zone core height approx. 18 cm. Firmness levels Medium (H2) or Firm (H3).
• Natural Mattress Coco — Combination of natural latex and latex-coated coconut fibre, 5-zone with shoulder zone. Firmness level Firm (H3) for those who prefer a particularly firm sleeping feel.
• Mattress Koje — Affordable entry-level range with cold foam core (density RG 50 kg/m³), 7-zone core height approx. 14 cm. Cold foam generally has a slightly firmer sleeping feel than natural latex.
• Mattress Koje Plus — Comfort cold foam mattress with 16 cm cold foam core (density RG 50 kg/m³) and 7 zones.
• Children's Mattress Nemo — Dual-sided mattress combining a 4 cm natural latex core (firm) and a 4 cm latex-coated coconut core. Ideal for growing children and teenagers. Available in sizes 90x200, 100x200, 120x200, and 140x200 cm.
• Baby Mattress Nemo — Natural latex mattress with a 5 cm core (firm) for babies with washable cover in either organic cotton or organic cotton with a sheep's fleece layer. Available in sizes 60x120 and 70x140 cm.

Our Topper in 100% Natural Latex

Topper Twisp — 4 cm core of 100% natural latex, in firmness level Firm (H3). Covers are freely selectable: 100% organic cotton (washable), lyocell (TENCEL™) (washable), or organic cotton quilted with sheep's wool. Ideal for improving the sleeping feel of an existing mattress.

How Sustainable Are ekomia Natural Mattresses?

With our ekomia natural mattresses, we place great value on durable materials and transparent certifications. Every mattress is manufactured in Germany and consists of carefully selected, certified raw materials.

The core of our natural latex mattresses consists of 100% natural latex, derived from the milk sap of the rubber tree and certified to FSC for responsible forestry. In addition, the latex core is QUL-certified – the independent seal confirms that it is pure natural latex subject to stringent pollutant testing. The Moreganic certification further confirms a particularly transparent, socially responsible supply chain. Natural latex is durable, elastic, and based on a renewable raw material.

For the cover in 100% organic cotton (certified organic), we use fibres certified to GOTS. The fabric is additionally tested for pollutants to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100.

The sheep's wool (certified organic farming) comes from controlled organic animal husbandry and is likewise certified to GOTS and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 – for verified environmental standards and tested ingredients.

Our lyocell cover (TENCEL™) carries the EU Ecolabel for high environmental standards throughout the entire product lifecycle. The fibre is also tested for pollutants to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, Class 1, and the wood used comes from responsibly managed, FSC®- or PEFC-certified sources.

Additionally – depending on the model – we use latex-coated coconut (coated with 100% natural latex) and cold foam manufactured in Germany. The cold foam meets the OEKO-TEX Standard 100.

Cold Foam with Cotton Cover

As an affordable alternative to our natural latex mattresses, we developed the cold foam mattress Koje. Thanks to its high-quality cold foam core with a density of 50 kg/m³, it offers high shape stability, while being considerably more affordable than natural latex mattresses. The cover in organic cotton or sheep's wool gives you a breathable sleeping climate and avoids direct contact with synthetic materials.

What Should You Keep in Mind During Use?

Should I Turn the Mattress?

With single-sided mattresses, it is advisable to turn or rotate them regularly to distribute wear evenly and extend their lifespan. Dual-sided mattresses with two different firmness levels – such as H2/H3 – are primarily intended to allow you to test at home which side you prefer. Once you have decided on a side, it stays on top permanently. In this case, the mattress should be regularly aired or rotated to balance out moisture and protect the material. Many ekomia mattresses are equipped with practical carrying handles for this purpose.

How Long Do Natural Mattresses Last?

A high-quality natural latex mattress can, with proper use, achieve a service life of approximately 10 to 15 years. Natural latex is particularly durable, as the material retains its elasticity even after years and rarely develops body impressions. Regular airing and a removable, washable cover help to further extend the lifespan and keep the sleeping climate hygienic.

With cold foam mattresses, durability depends greatly on the so-called density (RG) – it describes how much raw material per cubic metre of foam has been processed. As a rule of thumb: the higher the density, the more durable and shape-stable the mattress.

Conclusion

Whether natural latex, cold foam, or coconut fibre – a mattress made from renewable raw materials such as natural latex or coconut fibres offers you long-lasting comfort and a pleasant sleeping feel. Discover at ekomia the right natural mattress in your size, your firmness level, and with the cover that suits you.