A high capacity vacuum system is used to remove air first from the mattress as it is laid flat in its shipping bag. This does not harm the latex components or the fabric covering in any way. It is then sleeved into a heavy duty corrugated box, and shipped. Bring the package to your bedroom, and CAREFULLY remove the outer box by peeling it off by hand. Do not use knives, boxcutters, or any sharp objects. Tear open the plastic bag and remove by unsleeving it from the mattress.

The problems you have heard of are related to medical latex products. The key culprit is a protein in natural latex that is not present in properly produced latex. Our talalay latex, processed the way we do, contains none of these proteins that cause allergic reactions. Latex International is the largest maker of latex Cosmetic Sponges in the world and have never had an allergic reaction. With this track record, you can be assured you won't have a problem.

When you "Vacuum to Waste" you are pumping the debris you vacuum out of the pool and sending the water to the waste line, and not through the pool filter. This method removes a large amount of water from the pool in a short time so be sure the pool is full before you begin. This method is used for large amounts of debris and dirt. This method will only work for circulation systems that use a 6-position filter valve.

Vacuum packed mattresses are pressed, rolled and sealed at manufacture. It means they can be delivered quickly by one driver (courier) as they are easy to carry for one person. When you receive your mattress remove it from the box and roll it out on to your bed base and then gently cut the seal at the foot of the mattress. Once the air is allowed to circulate in and out of the plastic seal, the mattress will expand to its original shape. Once expanded it will be impossible to roll it back it up.

Many healthcare products in common usage in a healthcare facility contain latex. If you have a true latex allergy, you should tell the healthcare professionals before you receive care, so that products that don't contain latex can be used.

Standard fitted sheets will work well with our 6" and our 8" All Natural Latex Mattress. There's no need to buy deep fitting sheets, as most sheets these days are cut to fit mattresses 8-15 inches in depth. Our advice is to wait until you get your bed, try the sheets you already have, and if they don't work, purchase sheets. Remember to avoid really high thread count sheets, such as 500 or 1000 thread count. They sleep hotter, are heavier, and require extra care such as ironing.

Natural rubber contains a series of water soluble or extractable proteins (called "EP") which were reported to be a cause of allergy to the human body when contacted over a long period. Particular attention was bought up over the use of surgical and examination gloves. As these thin rubber gloves are commonly manufactured using liquid natural rubber (called "Latex") collected from rubber trees, they are called "Latex Gloves".

When Davey was "younger" we would never leave him in the bed alone. But despite watching him like a hawk he would still try to climb right over the edge of the bed (during awake time, during sleep time he never tried to "escape"). So we decided to teach him *how* to get off the bed safely.

We offer a 20 year Pro-rated Factory Warranty with every bed we sell. This means that the warranty covers you for a full 20 years, with full replacement value for the first 3 years, and after that, the warranty is pro-rated, meaning the amount the warranty covers at the beginning of year 4 is 67% of the original purchase price, and this decreases by 4% every year until the end of the 20 year period.

We provide a 20 year Factory Warranty, but this author has seen Natural Latex beds which date from the 1970's, still pliable, flexible, a little worn from use, but amazingly intact. When treated with proper care and used in a typical household environment, it can be reasonably expected to last 20-30 years, especially if you use a protective water proof barrier on top of the mattress.

Latex BedOne of the few sustainable resources promoting the preservation of rain forests, latex rubber has remarkable advantages when used in bedding. A latex bed conforms to the contours of the body creating a cushion in which no pressure points are caused during rest. This unique and natural material is remarkable not only for its immediate health and comfort benefits, but also for its ability to withstand the test of time.

Not necessarily. Look for vacuums carrying the CRI vacuum cleaner testing program label. Many units are not HEPA filter units, yet are very effective in dust containment. HEPA filters may add additional cost to the overall operational cost of the vacuum. No seam is invisible, seams should be kept to a minimum, running the length of the area making sure the natural light does not strike across the seam.

The style is sexy and attractive; is desirable in a range of colors; and both men and women are especially pleased by the soft, silky feel of the latex. In focus groups conducted in Nigeria, Senegal, Uganda, Zimbabwe, and South Africa both men and women overwhelmingly viewed the all-latex condom as safe, easy to use, and very appealing. Adolescents were an important target group; teenagers liked ZEBRAS, could easily understand how it works, and would use it.

of January 1, 2005, charities that accept donations of vehicles, trucks, boats, and airplanes — and later sell these donated items — will be subject to additional reporting requirements. Charities will be required to disclose in writing, to each donor and to the IRS, the gross proceeds raised from the sale of their donated vehicle when the vehicle is sold for $500.00 or more.

The law will not affect donors who do not itemize on their taxes. Donors who do itemize their taxes will no longer carry the burden of determining the value for their donation. Instead, they will receive a verifiable written receipt from the charity, which will document the gross proceeds of the donated vehicle valued at $500.00 or more. Donors are encouraged to speak to their tax advisors for more information.

It’s best to vacuum your carpet at least twice a week, if you can’t vacuum your entire house this often, at least vacuum the high traffic areas at least twice a week.

Latex is a milky white liquid composed of rubber particles dispersed in water. This material is whipped with air to form a foam, which is cured to make our mattresses.

The latex comes from the sap of a rubber tree.  Originally the rubber tree came from the tropical forests  in Brazil and then was taken to Europe.  It is not grown on platations in many tropical countries.  The bark is cut in a way that does not at all harm the tree.  The latex drips from the cust bark and is collected in buckets.

NO, it doesn't hurt and YES, people find it interesting. Monitoring is fairly simple process. It involves placing two electrodes on the head. The wires from these two sensors transmit the electrical information from the scalp to an instrument which analyses the brainwaves. This information is fed into a computer and the person is able to see their brainwaves on a computer screen. The "Trainer" helps the person understand the wave patterns and how to achieve focused concentration.

Our piercing artists are highly trained and the procedure is so quick that most people say it feels like a hard pinch. Back to top

We use sensitive skin poetic wax or aromatherapy wax, which is less irritating than traditional wax. We have special strip less wax to use on your most sensitive areas. Do not irritate the area with perfumes or perfumed products prior to waxing. Some people, who experience inflammation or redness use anti-inflamatories, but please ask your doctor before taking any medication. After you wax, apply sensitive serum from Matis to the area. We call it The Fire Man because it deffuses redness.

Acupuncture is a form of treatment that is a part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves the insertion of very fine needles into the skin at specific locations, "acupuncture points", on the body. The number of needles used and their placement will vary according to the health problem of the individual person. The needles we use in our clinic are disposable, i.e. they are new and fully sterilized and, once used, are discarded in sealed containers.

Occasionally a horse may eat slowly or chew funny for a day or two, but usually there is no apparent discomfort. Caps are the baby teeth. They are called caps because they do not have deep roots like the permanent teeth and when the permanent tooth pushes the cap off, it looks like it was a "hat" sitting on top of the new tooth. Sometimes the horse will leave them in the feed bucket, but they probably swallow them frequently.

Pain is not always bad. Pain tells us to pamper a wounded area that is trying to heal. The pain of inflammation is caused by tissue swelling that presses on nerves, as well as by chemical substances that convert a molecular signal into an electrical impulse that spells pain for the body.

the layer of cartilage wears away, bone begins to rub against bone, which causes the discomfort and stiffness commonly associated with arthritis.

Joint cartilage is a tough, smooth tissue that covers the ends of bones where joints are located. It helps cushion the bones during movement, and because it is smooth and slippery, it allows for motion with minimal friction. Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, is a wear and tear condition that destroys joint cartilage. Sometimes as the result of trauma, repetitive movement, or for no apparent reason, the cartilage wears down, exposing bone ends.

The severity of PHN pain varies. For some people it is minor, but for others it may be the worst pain in their lives. For these unfortunate PHN sufferers, the pain is so bad that they cannot do things they enjoy. Many people cannot sleep because of the pain.

There are a couple ways in which diabetes can affect your skin. When your blood glucose is high, your body loses fluid. With less fluid in your body, your skin is more likely to become dry. Dry skin may become itchy and cracked. Cracks allow germs to enter and cause infection. With high blood glucose, bacteria have more to feed on and infection can quickly develop. Poor blood circulation also means the body is slower to heal wounds and fight off infections.