When it’s time to buy a new mattress, there’s a lot to consider – size, durability, budget and of course, comfort. If you’re like most of us, you seldom think about the eco standards of your mattress. But it turns out, you definitely should! Many mattresses are made with synthetic fibres or foam, which don’t biodegrade. Stuffing is sometimes processed with pesticides and other chemicals that may potentially be cancer-causing. Considering that you spend a third of your life in bed, it’s time to add one more criterion to your mattress shopping list – is it environmentally-friendly?

Stoney Creek Furniture is dedicated to partnering with manufacturers that share our concern for the environment. With that in mind, we’re proud to carry Serta mattresses.

Serta mattresses available at Stoney Creek Furniture

Beyond comfort and value, Serta is firmly committed to reducing their carbon footprint while continuing to produce high-quality products. Have a look at Serta’s eco-friendly standards:

• 100% of Serta innersprings and box springs are made from 95% post-industrial recycled steel.
• The wood in Serta foundations is sourced from forests that are certified as sustainable by the Forest Stewardship Council.
• Many of the fabrics used in Serta mattress covers meet the Oeko-Tex 100 standard for manufacturing without the use of harmful substances, including cover fabrics made from natural bamboo and/or pure organic cotton.
• Serta uses latex made from a natural/synthetic latex blend that is naturally anti-microbial and allergen resistant. It is made to the Oeko-Tex 100 standard for manufacturing without the use of harmful substances.
• All of Serta’s foams are made without the use of PBDE flame-retardans, CFCs, lead, mercury, prohibited phthalates and other potentially harmful materials. Soy-based foams are used in multiple product lines.
• All Serta insulator pads are made from virgin recycled garment clips.

You can also feel good about Serta’s manufacturing process:

• All remnant scrap of mattress ticking, foam, wood, steel and plastic is recycled.
• All crating materials for innersprings are recycled.
• Serta Mattress’ plants and suppliers are located near their customers to minimize transportation cost and fuel consumption.
• Serta has reduced secondary packaging to less than 5% of product weight.
• All Serta products are manufactured on a ‘just in time’ schedule, reducing unnecessary energy use, minimizing waste and allowing for less warehousing.
• Serta’s world headquarters has received multiple awards for environmental consciousness, employing numerous strategies to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.

Are you buying a new mattress? Consider a Serta Mattress from Stoney Creek Furniture. With Serta’s commitment to the environment, you’ll sleep much more soundly!

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