Wool is commonly used in many everyday products, from socks and sweaters to blanket and rugs. Animal-conscious consumers may wonder if shearing wool from sheep is a harmful process. Shearing sheep is a labor-intensive practice that requires quite a bit of skill and strength. Many animals don’t care to be handled, and electric clippers can […]
Dangerous Chemicals Found in Traditional Mattresses
It might be time to consider buying a non-toxic mattress. Here’s why: Most people spend about a third of their lives in bed…sleeping on a mattress. Considering that fact, it’s possible you could be in danger due to the mattress chemicals that could affect your health. Yes, you are in danger if you sleep in […]
How to Properly Care for Wool Bedding
If you go online and search “how to care for wool bedding,” you will find a number of blurbs about cleaning wool, but there is more to caring for wool bedding than just cleaning it. The following information will fill in those gaps and also cover different cleaning techniques. Give it some air Letting your […]
Wool Bedding Benefits
Wool bedding is growing in popularity because of its many benefits. Below are several of the reasons people prefer wool bedding over feather, polyester and other materials. Environmentally-Friendly and Sustainable Sheep that are sheared for wool are humanely-raised and not harmed when they are sheared. Additionally, wool does not require chemicals for processing. Moreover, because […]
3 Reasons Why Wool Keeps You Warm in Wet and Cold Weather
Wool is a fascinating material because it’s one of a few that can regulate body temperature in the heat of summer and the dead of winter. Most people know that wool sweaters, hats and blankets are a great choice for those cold winter months, but not many actually know why. Here are three main reasons […]
Prevent Bed Bugs Naturally with These 4 Tips
Bed bugs are extremely difficult to get rid of, but it is possible. Even better, it’s advised to avoid them completely if you’re able to. If you do happen to get them, follow the advice below. But first: take a deep breath, approach this with full confidence, and be prudent. Bed Bug Basics The first […]
Wool Is A Perfect Sustainable Resource For Bedding
If you’re looking for an environmentally friendly bedding option, consider wool. More and more of us are becoming conscious of our impact on the environment. After all, we want to pass on a healthy and clean planet Earth not only to our children, but our children’s children and countless generations after that. A Renewable Resource […]
Debunking the Myth that Wool is Difficult to Clean
Wool has a long-standing reputation for being a hassle to clean, but is this rumor justified? You’ve decided to purchase that beautiful wool comforter you’ve had your eye on. You get the comforter home, enjoy its warmth for several weeks, and you begin to wonder how you’re actually going to clean the thing. Here are […]
Understanding Wool Bedding Compression
So you’ve fallen in love with wool bedding and can list by heart the many benefits. You’ve decided to make the jump to an all-natural wool bedding system. First of all, welcome! You won’t be disappointed. Second, as you begin your wool bedding journey, you should be aware of wool compression so that you aren’t […]
Get Better Sleep by Better Understanding Your Sleep Cycles
A good night’s sleep is the key to a great day. Most of us have experienced that helpless feeling of lying awake in bed into the wee hours of the morning, as well as the next day grogginess. What many people don’t realize is that understanding the different sleep cycles can help guide us towards […]