Wool is a naturally safe, hypoallergenic choice which offers an array of benefits. Wool is a natural flame retardant, is able to absorb much more moisture than cotton, regulates temperature efficiently and is still one of the best pressure relieving materials, even when compared to synthetic foams.

Wool is a fibre derived from various animals. The two varieties we primarily deal with are sheep's wool and Alpaca. Wool is a naturally hypoallergenic product, and it is resistant to dust mites, mould and mildew.

• Wool is anti-microbial, dust mite resistant, and hypoallergenic. Excellent for allergy sufferers!
• Is a natural insulator, allowing for excellent body temperature regulation.
• Wool fibres allow for moisture to be absorbed and stored as required, and then released back into the environment.
• Pressure relief; less tossing and turning, resulting in a rested nights sleep.
• Wool fibres are difficult to ignite and are self-extinguishing.

Alpaca fibre is lighter and warmer than sheep's wool. This means the equivalent insulating duvet filled with Alpaca is simply thinner and lighter than a traditional sheep's wool duvet. Alpaca fleece is one of nature's most efficient insulators, second only to high quality goose or eiderdown. It is even lighter than silk! Alpaca products are the perfect light-weight alternative for those with allergy concerns.

Alpaca is a safe choice for those with allergy concerns as it does not contain lanolin alcohol. The lanolin in sheep's wool is thought to be the main source of any potential allergy concerns. Instead, Alpaca fleece contains a different substance called suint, which has many similar benefits to lanolin, without the potential allergy issues.

Crescent Moon is our exclusive Alpaca supplier. Crescent Moon sources all of their raw Alpaca fleece from BC and Alberta, supporting sustainable local ranches. The raising of Alpaca's is very eco-friendly. They produce a large amount of fleece for a relatively small amount of feed. Their preference for soft feed coupled with their effective digestive system means their waste does not need to be composted before being used as fertilizer.

While sleeping, the average person can lose up to one pint (approximately 500 mL) of moisture. This moisture ends up being trapped around the body, creating a damp, uncomfortable sleeping environment. This can lead to increased heart rate and blood pressure, as well as disturbed sleep.

The unique physical structure of wool fibres allow for moisture to be absorbed and stored as needed. When using a wool mattress cover, along with wool pillows and a wool duvet, you’re being surrounded by your own personal climate control system. This will prevent tossing and turning, as well as the “one leg out of the covers” that many people put up with every night.

Wool is able to absorb approximately 35-40% of it's weight in water before it feels wet to the touch. On the other hand, cotton absorbs only 8%.

Lanolin (found in sheep's wool but not Alpaca fleece), has long had the reputation of causing allergic reactions. Although wool allergies do exist, a legitimate wool allergy is exceedingly rare. The vast majority of people with wool allergy concerns would actually fall under the "wool sensitivity" category. This is due to how most mass produced wool products are treated with harsh chemicals and cleaning agents. Pure, virgin wool is an exceptionally safe choice for almost anyone. Even those who cannot wear wool clothing are almost always entirely safe to use bedding products containing wool.

If you are still unsure about the possibilities of allergic reactions to wool, please consider silk as an alternative. Silk shares many of the same health benefits of wool, although it is more expensive.

The Mattress & Sleep Company will also provide samples of raw wool on request to those who wish to test for allergies. In addition, we offer a complete buy-back programme. In the unlikely event that a product you've purchased from us causes an allergic reaction, simply let us know and we will provide all of the details.

Organic wool will be collected from sheep or alpaca which graze on land completely devoid of any use of herbicides, pesticides, harmful fertilizers, etc. The wool is collected according to strict guidelines in regards to the length of their hair. For every 4 lbs. of organically grown wool, we save one acre of land from harmful substances.

Consider products featuring quality, virgin wool. We offer high quality products from Green Sleep, which sources all of their sheep's wool from Texel Island in The Netherlands, or Natura products which offer either naturally or organically sourced sheep's wool. The Mattress & Sleep Company offers an extensive range of pillows, mattress covers, duvets and even mattresses which feature generous helpings of wool.