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My only gripe with the plush version is that it doesn’t have a strap (the standard one does, but I haven’t tested it). While it won’t slide—it stays in place, thanks to the cotton cover—corners sometimes bunch up when you’re changing sheets and need smoothing.
The best organic bedding
It doesn’t really make sense to spend $1,000 on an organic mattress, then buy inorganic sheets that will rest directly on your skin. Here are some of our favorite organic sheets for your new organic mattress topper. For more options, check out our overall guide Best sheet, Best cooling sheet, Best bamboo sheetsAnd Best linen sheets. All prices listed here are for queen sizes unless otherwise indicated.
Soft cotton sheets
These are the best organic cotton sheets I’ve tested. They’re soft, but not overly silky, which is a feeling I don’t care for (if you do, check out the avocado sheets below). Brooklynene is made from organic cotton sheets GOTS-certified organic cotton They too Oeko-Tex certifiedWhich means they’ve been tested for and don’t contain any known toxic chemicals. The 300 thread count makes it plenty crisp and soft but not so tight that you sleep hot. They’re a great choice for summer or if, like me, you sleep on the warm side even in winter.
For a silky feel
These 600-count sheets are like sleeping on silk or satin. Somehow they actually are 100 percent GOTS-certified Organic cotton from India. The only potential problem here is that, because they’re such a dense knit, they sleep a little warmer than you’re used to. Avocado has a 400-count version that I haven’t tested, but it might be a good pick for warm sleep.
Soft, crisp hotel-style sheets
I first tested Antipodean’s wool duvet (see next section), which I loved, but I’ve only recently started sleeping on these sheets and I’m pretty confident they’re great. They remind me of the sheets you’d find in high-end hotels — amazingly crisp, soft, clean white sheets. Like the organic cotton sheets here, they are naturally hypoallergenic. They’re made of ultra-fine, long-staple organic cotton, a weave that’s on the heavier side which gives them some weight. Everything Antipodean makes is sustainably grown on low-impact farms that practice regenerative farming methods. They are also breathable. I haven’t slept in real heat with them on yet, but so far they’ve been fine on nights where I’ve only needed a bed sheet.
Linen sheet
Organic linen sheets are a potential heirloom purchase—high-quality, well-cared-for linen will last for years, if not decades. That said, if you’re used to 600-count cotton like the sheet above, linen sheets are, well, different. They are rougher, although they soften with each wash (cold water, mild detergent, cool or hang dry). What does not change is their weight. If you like heavy covers, these are for you. Linen is more breathable and cool than other fabrics, making it a good choice for hot sleepers. It is also durable. Avocado’s organic linen sheets are the heaviest I’ve tried and will probably last you for years. The bottom sheet is fitted (sometimes linen sheet sets are both flat), and there is a match Duvet Cover ($439).
A great organic wool duvet
You need a good organic duvet to complement your organic bedding collection. My favorite that I’ve tested is Antipodean’s organic merino wool duvet. As one of our authors The Merino Wool GuideI was well primed to like Antipodean’s wool duvet, but even I was surprised by how much I liked this one. Like most wool items, Antipodean’s wool duvet is capable of amazing feats that sound too good to be true, like keeping you warm, yet breathable enough that you rarely get hot. (I’m a hot sleeper, and I can attest to that.) Wool is able to do this because it’s known as an active fiber—that is, it reacts to changes in your body temperature and environment just as insulation and warmth did and a sheep was cool. . The result is a duvet that gave me the best night’s sleep. One thing to note, this duvet is much heavier than what most people will use. I don’t mind it, but it almost feels like a weighted blanket at times.
organic pillow
We have a complete Guide to pillowsBut we’re going to add some more organic picks here, because you’re trying to get away from if phthalates and other chemicals, your pillow is just as important as your mattress.
The best part about the Avocado Green Pillow, a top organic pick in our pillow guide, is that you can change it up. For example, I hate fluffy pillows; I prefer almost flat pillows. So I just unzipped the avocado pillow, took out half the stuffing (my kids used it to make sock puppets), and finally had the pillow of my dreams. My son, who loves an overstuffed pillow, took some of the extra stuffing that avocados give you and overstuffed his pillow. Everyone wins. Here the filling is done in pieces GOLS-certified organic latex and GOTS-certified Organic Kapok. The quilted organic cotton cover is nice and soft and doesn’t get too hot. I’ve had it for four years now and it’s just as good as the day I got it.
How we tested and what to look for in an organic mattress
Mattresses are large, and checking them is time- and space-consuming Members of the Wired Gear team have been testing mattresses for years, and we’ve slept on every mattress on this list for at least a few weeks, often longer—in many cases, years. That said, there is no way for us to test them all. Here are some general tips, tricks and things to look for when shopping for organic mattresses online
- Find out what type of sleep you are: Different mattresses are designed for different sleeping styles. Are you a side sleeper? Stomach sleep? Back sleeping? Or are you like me, a little bit of everything (what they call a combination sleeper)? Knowing the answers to these questions can help narrow your search for the perfect mattress for your sleeping habits. This is where mattress reviews like ours come in handy; We test for every type of sleeper.
- Do you prefer firm, soft, medium? Mattresses come in different firmness options, often within the same model. Which one is right for you depends on what firmness you enjoy, as well as any problems you may have, such as back pain.
- Innerspring vs. foam: Organic mattresses come in two basic flavors: traditional innerspring coil designs and pure foam. We initially tested and recommended the innerspring in this guide, although pure foam designs have improved in recent years, and we are now in the process of testing a few. The big difference in my experience is the amount of heat that the foam retains. It’s a good choice for cool sleepers, while hot sleepers are better off with a traditional pocketed coil design.
- For a trial period see: Everyone makes mistakes; To avoid living with a potential mistake, make sure the mattress you’re considering offers a sleep trial. Everything listed here offers some sort of sleep trial period after which, if you’re not happy, you can return the mattress.
- More expensive does not mean better: Organic mattresses aren’t cheap, but there’s no reason to spend a fortune to get a good, eco-friendly night’s sleep.
- Check the warranty: Lifetime warranties are rare these days, but most mattresses we’ve tested offer around 25-year warranties. Some companies limit it to 10 years, but view them with skepticism. A good mattress should last more than 10 years and good companies are willing to stand behind their products for that long.
- Wait for a sale: Mattresses go on sale all the time, usually every few months for most brands. If you don’t need a new mattress right away, you’re probably better off waiting for the next big sale.
What makes a mattress organic?
To help you navigate the often confusing world of organic mattresses, here are some terms and certifications to know.
Big names in organic certification, and organic cotton certification in particular Global Organic Textile StandardCommonly abbreviated as GOTS. It not only shows how cotton is grown and processed but also shows Environmental and social criteriaand using it Third party to independently verify That standard is being met. If you’re curious, you can Read the standard online version 6.
