Often crafted using virgin synthetic fibres, non-biodegradable or non-recyclable materials and cotton or wool that’s processed with pesticides or chemicals, the mattress industry isn’t one that’s often heralded for its sustainable practices.
In fact, the Chair of North London Waste Authority, Cllr Clyde Loakes said: “In the UK we throw away over 7 million mattresses a year and we estimate 2.9 million of these come to an early end. We can help reduce this significant environmental impact if we all make better choices when it comes to buying, caring for and disposing of our beds.”
