European Sleep Works wants West Coasters to catch some healthy Zs. Located in Berkeley, CA, the all-things-bedding distributor has mastered the science of sustainable sleep, selling eco-friendly pads, pillows, comforters, and mattresses.

Embracing the idea that natural bedding can help you snooze more deeply, the store stocks four mattress models designed for both comfort and health. Each one uses the latest in green materials: natural latex cushioning derived from rubber trees, pure wool fibers produced without pesticides, and organic stretch-cotton covers treated with Bioneem, an oil extracted from the neem tree intended to fight off dust mites. No formaldehyde, polybrominated diphenyl ethers (chemicals used as flame retardants), or harmful substances are used during the manufacturing process, and all mattresses have been certified for safety by the environmental testing agency Oeko-Tex.

Round out your bedding with the Odeja line of wool-stuffed comforters and pillows fashioned to keep your bed dry, comfortable, and dust-mite-free. European Sleep Works also sells the Natura-Pura collection of 100 percent organic cotton bedding-sheets, blankets, and pillowcases that are all certified nontoxic. Combine these with the Oxygen organic stretch-cotton knit mattress pad, and relax into a wholesome siesta.

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