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.

Latex is naturally conforming, so you are assured optimal orthopedic support in any sleep position. This unique ability to conform to your body alleviates areas of high pressure that cause you to toss and turn at night. Latex is also hypo-allergenic, anti-microbial, dust-mite resistant and breathable. Because it breathes to remove body moisture, it keeps you warmer in the winter, and cooler in the summer.

A vacuum is placed on the mold, which removes air bubbles/pockets and distributes the liquid rubber evenly through the mold. Heat sent through the rods, providing even temperature and yielding a consistent latex cores without air pockets or uneven firmnesses. Latex International is the only North American supplier of latex. Besides Latex International, there are two other producers of Talalay latex. One in England, and one in The Netherlands.

Dunlop Latex uses the continuous Dunlop process. This latex does not have the consistant or supple characteristics of Talalay, and because it does not require the extensive processing of Talalay, it can be produced much cheaper. N Is a firm edge better? No. You want edge-to-edge comfort. Many companies try to save money by eliminating latex from their "latex bed". A 4 inch "firm" edge of polyurethane foam will save 20% in latex costs.

The only supports that do not have Latex are Compro AB, MalleoLoc and EpiPoint. ViscoSpot, ViscoHeel N, ViscoHeel K, ViscoPed S, and ViscoPed also do not have Latex. All of the others have Natural Rubber Latex. They are a medical product with proven effectiveness and durability; therefore, they are an excellent value. They also provide measurable compression to decrease pain and swelling.

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The tendency to develop allergies in inherited. Latex allergy is directly proportional to the frequency and degree of exposure. If you are like most people with latex allergy, you probably have other allergies as well. People with latex allergy are often also allergic to banana, avocado, kiwi or chestnut.

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Being a natural product, latex has very poor resistance to detergents and repeated flexing or pounding activities. Therefore, when the pure natural latex pillow is frequently exposed to such an environment, it reduces the "life-span" of the pillow.

Yes, BD sells the Vacutainer® Brand Stretch Latex Free Tourniquet. It is packaged in a compact box that allows for convenient dispensing.

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".

People that are allergic to latex are allergic to the protein enzymes in natural latex. Latex that is used on today’s carpet is a synthetic latex that doesn’t have these protein enzymes. Request that the adhesive being used be tested and comply with the CRI IAQ testing program, meaning that the adhesive has the lowest possible emissions. Ventilation and good air exchange for approximately 48 to 72 hours should alleviate most odors.

Although The Keeper is made from natural gum rubber (versus a synthetic polymer), it is still made of rubber, which is also called latex. To be conservative, don't use it if you are allergic to rubber or latex, or think you might be. The Keeper Mooncup is also a reusable menstrual cup we highly recommend.

Unlike some competing products, our product contains no fillers or extenders. We only add the components needed to convert the material from a liquid to a solid that lasts. We add soap, ammonia, zinc oxide and sulfur. The ammonia evaporates and the soap and zinc oxide are washed out. The sulfur is needed to cure the product so that it bounces back after you sleep on it.

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.