Sleep is a natural physiological need of a person. Therefore, it is important that there are quality attributes for this. According to reviews, many have cotton mattresses. They are appreciated for their practicality and long service life. The advantages and disadvantages of these products are described in the article.
Features
Wadded mattresses on the bed are reliable. Simplicity and quality is ensured by the features of manufacturing, construction, or rather, its absence. This distinguishes the product from other modern types.
If there is no bed, a cotton mattress can be laid on the floor. Soft and warm for children, durable and tough for adults. Whatever the weight of a person, the product retains its shape, showing elasticity. It is flexible: it folds well, is conveniently carried, transported. In addition, these are cheap mattresses compared to others. After all, modern species are more expensive
According to reviews, cotton mattresses are actively used not only at home, but also in public places: hospitals, hotels, boarding schools. The product is functional and economical in places of temporary residence where special comfort is not needed: in hostels, hostels, trains.
Advantages and disadvantages
According to reviews, cotton mattresses are convenient to use. They are:
- allow you to make rest comfortable;
- safe because they do not emit toxic components;
- eco-friendly;
- compact and easy to carry;
- easy to care for;
- have an affordable cost.
But it is important to consider the presence of cons. Products have no orthopedic properties. Such a rest cannot be provided with them as with modern mattress products having springs. The filler follows the contours of the body, so you can not completely relax. A prolonged stay on it causes the flow of various parts of the body. Pain may appear in the cervical or lumbar spine.
If the product is not sufficiently dried and ventilated, then this can lead to the development of fungal organisms. Because of this, a person can feel physical malaise, an allergy, which is especially dangerous for children.
Device features
A modern ordinary cotton mattress has the same device as in the time of Peter I. The goods were brought to Russia from Germany, Holland. High-quality springless fabric cover stuffed with cotton. Then it is quilted with a filler in the form of a carriage screed.
Along the perimeter, the cover is removed from all sides. These sides create a mattress frame. This ensures the shape of the structure, it becomes durable and flexible. The cover is not removable. The product is quilted with a stitch with peaks. It fixes the case with the filler and improves the characteristics and quality of the goods.
Characteristics
A cotton mattress made in accordance with GOST standards will be of high quality. Subject to standards, the product will be much more in demand than modern models. Norms allow you to make it soft, lush, elastic, with low thermal conductivity. The case has a density of 110-190 g / m, which will protect against dust ingress. This is established by GOST 7701-75 and GOST 11039-2015.
Extends the life of the through stitch with peaks (16 pieces), if the number meets the standards. Thanks to the improvement of production, the guaranteed service life is increased to 5 years. According to reviews, cotton mattresses require care, which will increase the operation period by 2 times. If desired, you can buy a removable cover.
Structure
Cotton wool is used as a filler. According to GOST 5679-91, the qualitative characteristics of the filler used in the product are established. White cotton wool contains a mixture of short and long cotton fibers. With it, the mass does not fall into lumps and does not cake. Therefore, due to a mixture of fibers of various lengths, the product is made magnificent, soft, elastic. White cotton products do not lead to allergies compared to polyurethane and polyurethane foams.
Most manufacturers indicate GOST labels. This means that white cotton wool (100% cotton) serves as a filler. The letters RV indicate the use of regenerated fiber - it is restored from the remnants of weaving materials. RV is white, but this is another quality.
The fibers processed on the equipment are stuffed into covers of the classic sizes of their cotton material: teak or calico, polycotton. Due to this process, they have a standard weight.
Foam or cotton?
Which is better to choose a product depends on personal preference. Each species has its pros and cons. Foam rubber is synthetics, and cotton wool is a natural product that does not lead to allergies. Foam rubber quickly turns yellow, sprinkles. Vata is a durable filler. According to reviews, this particular type of product is inherited.
But foam products have a light weight compared to cotton. But they also bend easier, and cottony elastic, keep their shape. Their cost is comparable. But cheaper mattresses are wadded.
Dimensions
Mattresses are:
- single;
- double;
- one and a half;
- children’s.
They are created by the same dimensional grid. All product parameters are standard and correlate with the growth and width of the shoulders of people. Single make the following sizes:
- 90x200;
- 80x200;
- 80x190;
- 90x190.
Wadded double mattresses have differences in width:
- 160x200;
- 140x200;
- 200x200;
- 160x190;
- 140x190;
- 190x190.
There are one and a half models: 120x200, 120x190. Children's products - 60x120, 80x160. The thickness of thin mattresses is 4-8 cm, and thick ones can reach 18 cm. The higher this figure, the better for the spine. But the price of the goods will be higher.
The choice
When choosing, you need to touch, smell the product, and also sit on it. This will assess its quality. The mattress should be pleasant to the touch, even, have a neutral aroma. If there are chemical smells or mold is felt, then you should not buy such a product. This indicates a violation of production or storage. It is important that the cover is clean, free of dust and stains. Make sure the integrity and quality of the seams.
From the label you can find out:
- the size;
- the composition of the filler;
- cover material;
- manufacturer;
- compliance with GOST.
You can ask the seller for documents proving compliance with sanitary standards. This is especially important if the product is selected for children.
Manufacturers
Goods are produced by Russian and foreign manufacturers. Imported options represent Chinese products. It is advisable to choose Russian products, as it meets the standards. And the quality criteria of foreign products may not meet domestic standards. Although the cotton mattress has a simple device, the danger may be in the processing of the filler, the composition of the dyes for the cover.
Even in bright colors, toxic and allergenic materials can be used. There is a risk of processing the filler with reagents. Often sold goods "from the manufacturer" of small workshops. In this case, care must be taken, since it is difficult for small industries to comply with GOST standards.
The best manufacturers of cotton mattresses are the following companies:
- Affordable products are offered by the Valetex brand. The company uses high-quality fillers that do not cause allergies and discomfort. The materials are durable and soft.
- Omega mattresses are sold at an affordable cost. The goods are of high quality, they are easy to transport, do not take up much space. Children's mattresses are available on the basis of cotton wool of different colors.
- Adele company produces quality products that undergo rigorous quality control.
Ivanovo manufacturers are famous, their goods are bought up quickly. When purchasing them, there is no doubt that the products will last a very long time.
Restoration
If there is a need for repair, then you can perform it yourself. Cleaning can be done with household detergents. It is important to consider the risk of skin contact with the product. The foam formed from shampoo eliminates stains. You can sew a parted seam, make a patch. If you have sewing skills , you can skip the cover with a filler.
Restoration in the workshop can be costly. It’s easier to purchase a new product. Many problems can be avoided if the product is periodically dried. Vata is hygroscopic, damp. It is advisable to regularly turn the product so that there is no knocking down of lumps and caking of the filler.
Care
The presence of a technological smell that exists after removal of the factory packaging is not a defect. You need to leave the goods for 12-16 hours, and it will disappear. Do not store cotton products in damp rooms that are not regularly heated. It is advisable to use a waterproof mattress cover for it.
With regular vacuum cleaning, remove dust once a week. Soap solution cleans the dirt, after which drying is necessary. Products can not be washed, wring. They should be placed only on a rigid and solid foundation. Every month they should be aired. Thanks to the care, the cotton mattress will last for many years.