Friday 30 June 2017

Ultra Modern Comfort: The New Organic Latex Mattress

WHY THE MODERN COMFORT OF LATEX MATTRESSES REIGNS SUPREME
 " Clouds come from time to time -
    and bring to men a chance to rest
    from looking at the moon. "
                           ~ Basho

A comfy bed is nothing to sneeze at. For the ultimate in a healthy sleep experience, it's important to choose all natural materials that resist dust mites and other allergens. Haiku Designs offers an array of wonderful mattresses, all of which are carefully chosen to be the highest quality mattresses available, crafted from all natural, environmentally sustainable, materials. Our organic, latex mattresses provide comfortable support, and will change along with your if your sleeping preferences change.  

The “Sweet Dreams” All Natural Latex Mattress features a 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton cover, cotton which is grown free of pesticides or other noxious chemicals. The top layer of this amazing mattress is made entirely of American, all-natural, untreated wool, with our unique Progressive Comfort Core at the center, made entirely of GOLS Certified Organic, All Natural Botanical latex. Choose from two thickness levels and two luxurious comfort levels, to get the mattress that is exactly right for you. The Progressive Comfort Mattress is made to order, and comes in all standard US mattress sizes.

Conventional “memory foam” mattresses are associated with numerous health concerns due to the unnatural chemicals used to produce them. Owners often complain of sleeping too hot on a memory foam mattress, and of having difficulty changing positions while they sleep. Another common complaint is the unpleasant odor of off-gassing chemicals. (The chemicals used to in the production of conventional mattresses are often released into the environment while you sleep.) As if that weren't enough, conventional mattresses are treated – post-production – with fire-retardant materials such as Antimony (which can damage the heart and lungs, and may be a carcinogen), Boric Acid (a pesticide that is especially toxic to pregnant women and young children), and Decabromodiphenyl Oxide (which, apart from being a potential carcinogen, has been linked to hair loss and memory loss).

YIKES! NO THANKS, YOU SAY. SURELY THERE'S A BETTER OPTION? AND THERE IS: ORGANIC LATEX.


Latex offers many of the benefits of expensive “memory foam” mattresses, but without the long, scary list of potential problems. Latex mattresses are becoming very popular these days, and for very good reason, and almost always boast above-average ratings in customer satisfaction. Our natural latex is made from the sap of the rubber tree, and is utterly free of harmful chemicals.

Our “Sweet Dreams” Mattress is 100% Natural Botanical Latex, free of chemicals and synthetic fibers.  Our organic mattresses are made responsibly, without the use of toxic chemicals – there is therefore no chance of off-gassing chemicals into your environment. You'll sleep better, and breathe healthier, in a clean air environment.


HAIKU DESIGNS DOES NOT SELL ANY MATTRESS THAT HAS BEEN TREATED WITH DANGEROUS FLAME RETARDANT CHEMICALS.


But that doesn't mean our mattresses aren't safe! Quite the opposite, in fact. Our mattresses meet and exceed all Federal Flammability requirements naturally – untreated wood and bamboo fibers are inherently flame resistant in their original state. Your mattress will be as safe as any on the market, and will help you get a healthier sleep as well.

The Latex Foam we use in our mattresses is all natural, and provides relief for allergy sufferers and those with asthma. Our All Natural Latex resists microbes and inhibits the growth of bacteria, mildew, and mold – all without the addition of a single unnatural chemical.

Additionally, our Latex and Eco-Foam boast an open cell structure that resists dust mites. Dust mites simply can't live in our mattresses the way they do in conventional mattresses, which is an extremely important consideration when purchasing a mattress. One of the major causes of allergies these days is the presence of legions of microscopic dust mites that build up over time in conventional mattresses (Yuk!).

When you sleep on a mattress from Haiku Designs, the air in your room will remain fresh, and free of chemicals or living mites. So get ready for the best sleep of your life, and rest easy knowing you won't wake up sneezing.


Sleeper Sofas So Stylish Your Guests Won't Want to Leave

SLEEPERS THAT SIMPLY TOO STYLISH & COMFORTIBLE
" My arm for a pillow,
  I really like myself
  under the hazy moon. "

       ~ YosaBuson
Long gone are the days of old-fashioned sleeper sofas that doubled as torture devices for family or friends brave enough to sleep over. When it was time for bed, you would sheepishly gather fresh bedding for your guests, then unpack the unwieldy, cumbersome eyesore and make the bed. You'd send your friends to bed with an apology, hoping they would be able to rest amid the myriad lumps and potentially hazardous metal springs.       

These days, sofa sleepers are so modern and stylish that they bear almost no resemblance to the plaid tweed monstrosities of old. They're so different they really ought to be called something else entirely: Stealthy Sleepers, perhaps, or Designated Nap Zones? Regardless the term you choose, be careful who you invite over because they may not ever want to leave.

VOGUE SLEEPER SOFA BY HAIKU DESIGNS

THE VOGUE CONVERTIBLE

The Vogue is a completely convertible set of sofa and lounge chair that can be rearranged to suit its environment. The bed itself is ideal for smaller rooms, or choose several pieces to design the perfect conversation pit in an unstructured loft space. The Vogue has an undeniable mid century modern appeal, and is cleverly customizable. Choose brass or steel legs for an airy, art gallery look; or select wooden legs in two finishes for a funky, retro look. Make this piece your own by choosing from five delectable upholstery choices: sleek fabrics in Soft Indigo Blue, Light Gray, and Natural; or Vintage Velvet in Blue or Mauve.

This stunning piece has several positions: upright in the traditional sofa configuration, completely flat for a cozy night's rest, or the angled lounge position for relaxing with friends or binge watching your favorite shows. The unique split backrest allows you to leave one side up, while folding the other side flat. It boasts a seven inch cushion with an additional pillow top layer, for the ultimate in sleeper sofa comfort.

THE YORK SLEEPER SOFABED

THE YORK SOFA BED

And now for something completely different: the York Sofabed, shown here in luxurious chocolate colored, vegan-friendly leatherette. The York combines the best elements of traditional and contemporary, simply radiating cool – it's the 007 of convertible bedding options. You definitely won't want to relegate this sofa to the guest room: it's a stunning conversation piece.

Not only can you choose from three very different looking finishes (Vintage Velvet Blue, Vintage Velvet Mauve, and Brown Leatherette), you can even choose from three different types of legs (Brass legs, Retro Legs, and the highly unusual Dark Wood Styletto shown in the photo above.) Be creative! Which combination of upholstery and support legs best represents your personal sense of style?

THE ELEMENT SOFABED

THE ELEMENT SOFABEDThis wonderful sleeper sofa is the perfect example of minimalist design. In the Element Sofabed, cool design meets cool function. Its sleek silhouette lends itself perfectly to your creative whims when creating the perfect piece for your home. Choose from a wide variety of luxurious fabrics: natural earth tones in Gray or Natural; rich ultra-modern Soft Mustard Flower; Vintage Velvet in Blue or Mauve...or express your individuality with our uber-retro Wild Flower Tropical pattern.

As comfortable as it is beautiful, the Element transforms from the traditional upright configuration to a gently angled lounger or a completely flat sleeper. Its generous 7 inch cushioned sleep surface is covered with a luxe pillowtop for the ultimate in comfort.