Futon Mattress - Organic Cotton with Organic Latex - Australian Made
Futon Mattress - Organic Cotton with Organic Latex - Australian Made
Important Mattress Information
Important Mattress Information
Pure Materials & No Chemical Treatments
Organature mattresses and futons are made without polyurethane foam, formaldehyde, chemical fire retardants, polyester, synthetic fibres, moth-proofing or anti-dustmite chemicals, Ultra Fresh treatments or other petrochemical additives.
We use 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton and carefully select materials to provide a naturally breathable mattress without the synthetic foams, fabrics and chemical treatments commonly found in conventional mattresses.
Our mattresses are designed to provide a clean, comfortable sleeping environment, particularly for babies and children where minimising unnecessary chemical exposure is important.
With proper care, an Organature mattress can provide many years of service. They are also highly reusable and more than 99% compostable and recyclable.
Water Resistance & Mattress Protection
Our mattresses and futons are not waterproof. Waterproofing generally requires a plasticised or chemical barrier, which is not consistent with our approach to natural, breathable materials.
Instead, we recommend creating a protective, water-resistant sleep surface by layering your mattress with our certified organic protectors and pads.
For maximum protection, we recommend:
- Mattress underlay on a hardwood slat base.
- Organic mattress protector directly over the mattress.
- Organic fleece mattress overlay, with the fleecy side facing up.
- For additional protection—particularly for babies, young children or anyone concerned about soiling—place an organic mattress protector pad over the sleeping area.
- Finish with a fitted sheet.
This layered approach provides excellent natural protection while allowing the mattress to remain breathable.
Care, Airflow & Mattress Support
A mattress needs to breathe. Never place an Organature mattress directly on the floor, as restricted airflow can contribute to moisture and mould. Our mattresses should be supported by a suitable hardwood slat base that allows continuous air circulation.
We recommend airing the mattress for at least two hours each day after use and leaving it uncovered for a full day once a week to allow thorough airing.
Our innerspring mattresses use a Bonnell spring unit, which requires proper support from a firm, non-flexible slat base. We recommend an Australian hardwood slat base wherever possible.
Regular airing, appropriate protection and correct support will help maximise the life of your mattress. With proper care, Organature mattresses are designed to last for many years.
Questions and Answers about Mattress Manufacture
Questions and Answers about Mattress Manufacture
Questions & Answers About Organature Mattresses
We put a great deal of thought into every aspect of our mattress construction. Our aim is simple: to create comfortable, breathable mattresses using carefully selected materials, without the synthetic foams and chemical treatments commonly found in conventional mattresses.
Here are some of the questions we are most often asked.
Why does Organature use certified organic cotton?
Many conventional mattresses use synthetic foams, polyester, adhesives and chemical treatments as part of their construction. These materials can include polyurethane foam, memory foam, synthetic fabrics and chemical treatments used for stain resistance, fire resistance or other performance characteristics.
Organature takes a different approach.
Our mattresses use 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton fabrics and fillings, without polyurethane foam, polyester or chemical fire retardants. Our cotton is grown and processed to certified organic standards, without the synthetic agricultural chemicals used in conventional cotton production.
We choose organic cotton because it is a natural, breathable fibre and because we want to minimise unnecessary chemical treatments in the materials surrounding you while you sleep.
Why don't Organature mattresses use latex or wool?
Our preference is for 100% certified organic cotton, rather than foam-based materials.
Latex can be a natural material, but we believe certification is important. Unless latex is appropriately certified, there is no assurance about how the raw material has been grown or processed. Organature therefore does not use latex in our mattresses.
We also choose not to use wool. Wool is a natural fibre, but it can absorb moisture and some people are sensitive or allergic to it. Organature has chosen to focus exclusively on certified organic cotton for our mattress fillings.
Our approach is deliberately simple: pure organic cotton, carefully constructed and free from unnecessary synthetic materials and chemical treatments.
What about moisture and mould?
A mattress needs to be able to breathe.
During sleep, our bodies naturally release moisture. Good airflow helps that moisture disperse and the mattress dry. This is one reason we recommend using an appropriate slatted bed base rather than placing a mattress directly on the floor.
We recommend:
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Never placing your mattress directly on the floor.
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Using a suitable hardwood slat base that allows airflow underneath the mattress.
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Airing the mattress for at least two hours after use each day.
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Leaving the mattress uncovered for a full day once a week where practical.
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Using an appropriate mattress protector and overlay to protect the mattress from spills and moisture.
If you notice condensation or dampness in your bedroom, particularly on windows in the morning, this can be a sign that there is a high level of moisture in the room. Good ventilation and airflow around the bed can help reduce the risk of moisture accumulating.
Why is the correct bed base important?
Our innerspring mattresses use a traditional Bonnell spring unit. This type of spring requires proper support and should be used on a firm, non-flexible slatted base.
We recommend an Australian hardwood slat base wherever possible. This provides the firm support the spring unit requires while also allowing airflow underneath the mattress.
Organature's Australian hardwood bed bases are designed to complement our mattresses and are manufactured in Australia.
Why doesn't Organature use pocket springs?
Pocket springs are individually enclosed in fabric pockets, which are commonly made from polyester.
Because Organature deliberately avoids synthetic materials such as polyester in our mattress construction, we do not use pocket spring systems.
Instead, our innerspring mattresses use a traditional Bonnell spring unit, with the springs connected to provide consistent support across the mattress.
Bonnell Spring Specifications
Our standard Bonnell spring unit has a spring height of up to 15 cm, while our low-profile cot mattress spring unit is 10 cm high.
The spring units used in our different mattress sizes are:
| Mattress Size | Spring Rows | Mattress Size | Total Coils |
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| Single | 9 × 24 | 89 × 185.5 cm | 216 |
| Double | 14 × 24 | 135 × 185.5 cm | 336 |
| Queen | 15 × 26 | 150 × 201 cm | 390 |
| King | 18 × 26 | 180 × 201 cm | 468 |
| King Single | 11 × 26 | 104 × 201 cm | 286 |
| Single Long | 9 × 26 | 89 × 201 cm | 234 |
| Cot | 7 × 17 | 104 × 185.5 cm | 119 |
Our innerspring mattresses also have additional edge-support springs. However, the mattress edge should not be used routinely as a seat, as this can eventually compromise the cotton layers.
In summary
We believe a good mattress should be comfortable, breathable and made from materials you can understand.
That's why Organature mattresses are deliberately simple: certified organic cotton, carefully selected components and no unnecessary synthetic foams, polyester or chemical treatments.
If you have a question about our mattress construction or are unsure which mattress or base is right for you, please contact us. We're happy to help.
Buy 2 or more and save 10%!
Buy 2 or more and save 10%!
Purchase 2 or more Innerspring or Futon Mattresses and save 10% on the mattress price!
* ONLINE orders only. No other discounts apply. Not valid on made to order sizes or Cradle/Bassinet mattresses.
Mattress Handling & Care
Mattress Handling & Care
How to layer the mattress for maximum protection:
We recommend our mattress underlay on a slat base, our mattress protectoron the mattress first, then place the fleece mattress overlay with the fleecy side facing up, on next.
If you would like more protection for the mattress – which is a great idea especially for babies or if you are concerned about other potential soiling – we suggest putting a mattress protector pad in sleeping positions, then finishing with a fitted sheet.
Health and Safety Recommendations:
Mattresses should never be placed directly on to the floor. They need to breathe to avoid mould growth, common with conventional mattresses.
Our pure 100% Organic cotton is a natural product that has airflow as it is a breathing product. This in turn allows your body to breathe and naturally rejuvenate itself from the toxins picked up from the environment during the day, releasing them while you sleep, which is just one of the many benefits of the Organature mattress.
It is for this reason also that we recommend the mattress be supported by a hardwood slat bed base. These allow the mattress to get continual air flow and assist your immune system even more. See our excellent range of non toxic Hardwood Bed Bases.
Health Act conditions
Health Act conditions
Please note that under the Health Act, Pillows, Underlays, Quilts, Bed Toppers, Mattresses, Futons and Pillow Protectors are NON-REFUNDABLE unless faulty. For more information on our Innerspring Mattresses, the manufacturing process and the type of springs that are used head to our FAQ’s page.
Materials
Materials
Organature Mattresses and Futons are made with Organic Cotton fabrics and fillings with the highest international certification. View the GOTS Certification of our supplier HERE
There’s a big difference between ‘natural’, ‘organic’ and truly chemical free ‘Certified Organic’. Organature Mattresses are unique to Australia, assembled and filled with the purest ingredients, manufactured to the highest standards and with the cleanest transporting currently available in Australia. Free from dangerous toxic chemicals like those used to create waterproofing, insect proofing and flame proofing. Health and well-being is our priority!
Packaging and Handling
Packaging and Handling
How we handle our products is just as important as the products themselves.
Our staff do not wear any perfumes, lotions, sprays or other toxic body-care products and all their clothing is washed in chemical free washing powder to make sure that every aspect of our manufacturing, storage, supply, transfer and delivery process is as clean and as pure as possible.
Even the ink we use to print our invoices and price-lists is the safest we can find on the market.
Our mattresses, futons and toppers are packed in an organic cotton bag before being placed in a clear plastic bag to protect them from the weather. They are then transported in a cardboard carton.
Freight and Shipping - QUOTE REQUIRED
Freight and Shipping - QUOTE REQUIRED
Please request a shipping quote before placing your order.
Organature furniture, mattresses, futons, bed bases and toppers are professionally delivered Australia-wide by a specialist courier service. These items are carefully packaged and sent from our hygienic factory in Victoria and freight is charged according to your order and location. This cost is not included in your online order, and we will contact you to confirm the delivery charge. In-store pickup is also available for an additional fee of $100.00
Made in Australia by Organature
Made in Australia by Organature
Made in Australia by Organature. Our mattresses are unique to Australia. Assembled and filled with the purest ingredients, manufactured to the highest standards and with the cleanest transporting currently available.
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Our NEW Futon Mattress – a combination of 100% pure 100% Organic cotton and Organic Latex
Our NEW Double, Queen and King Futons are made with a pure Organic, GOLS, (Global Organic Latex Standard), 5 cm ‘breathing’ latex centre core surrounded by pure Organic Cotton providing a greater resilience, and for adults a slightly softer, yet still firm, surface to sleep.
Sizes:
- Double 1370 x 1900
- Queen 1520 x 2030
- King 1830 x 2030
- Approximately 15-17cm side walls
Height when new is approximately 15 cm with varying “tufting” heights; reducing with body pressure and use.
We continue to offer Cot, Single and King Single in 100% Organic cotton only; these are ideal for children as they have no problems sleeping on a firmer surface.
To achieve greater comfort, other futon manufacturers added harmful chemical Polyurethane foam and later used non-organic latex together with conventional cotton.
This led Organature to create a futon made with 100% Organic Cotton (Organic latex was not available at that time).
As cotton has no 'memory' and doesn't spring back, some customers found that the 100% carded cotton futon became firmer than they expected, or than they were accustomed to with a conventional mattress.
This led us to research and develop our new futon mattress.
Peter, (who is "chemical sensitive"), personally tested the latex by sleeping on it for some time, with no adverse reactions.
This time with a "breathing Latex core" providing a futon with greater resilience and comfort than a 100% cotton or wool futon mattress.
Ideal for that person who does not want an innerspring, pocket springs, Polyurethane foam, memory foam or similar chemical containing product.
Important Reading before you place an order:
The 5 cm latex core in our futons contain some chemicals, (all latex has). 'GOLS' certification allows max. 5%. Our mattress is made with a greater ratio of Organic cotton filling and fabric than the amount of latex pad, making the chemical content in futon a maximum 2.5%, or less.
Our 100% pure Organic Cotton with GOLS Organic Latex is a breathing mattress. The futon irregular ‘loft’, puffed up appearance, is the result of the ‘carded’, fluffed out, cotton and ‘tufting’, (buttoning) effect applied to hold the filling in place.
As cotton has no ‘give’ or ‘bounce’, this ‘Loft’ will compress and become firmer over time.
If you have never slept on an 100% cotton futon mattress before, please make sure to read and understand the above and below information before you order, to be sure that our New Organic Cotton and Organic latex mattress is for you.
If you would like to discuss or get any further information before you order, don't hesitate to, contact us.
Latex manufacturing information provided by Organature's supplier:
Latex (pads) used by Organature is certified under GOLS. GOLS certified Latex can only be Dunlop latex. (Talalay, the other latex, has no certification).
First developed in 1929, Dunlop is the original manufacturing process for latex foams, and the process (as follows) has not changed much since then:
- Liquid latex extract together with a maximum 5% non-harmful chemicals is mechanically whipped to form a frothy foam.
(Note: Some other websites state 100% natural latex, which is not possible). - The frothy material is placed in a mould
- The material is baked in a vulcanization oven
- The baked latex is removed from the mould and washed thoroughly
- The material is baked again to remove moisture
How to Care for Your Organic Cotton Futon
How to Layer a Futon Mattress for Maximum Protection
How to Care for Your Organic Cotton Futon
Do not place futon or mattress directly on floor. (No mattress should be placed directly on floor).
For standard organic cotton futons, regularly rotate and flip your mattress when you first start using it to help the soft cotton wadding layers to settle. Every few weeks within the first few months is adequate, so long as the bed base you are using is one that allows full airflow around the mattress.
Organic Cotton with Organic Latex futons should be regularly rotated only.
Make sure that your organic cotton futon mattress is not placed against walls or furnishings (such as curtains or solid bed heads), as these will prevent sufficient air flowing around all sides of the mattress too. A lack of airflow will cause a build up of condensation which will in turn create conditions that often lead to the growth of mould, especially when placed against something that is not natural or chemical free — that is why using our Hardwood Slat Bed Bases and cots are so strongly recommended.
We also recommend airing in fresh air and sunshine occasionally, as cotton is a breathable product and refreshes itself naturally this way. All our mattresses are individually handmade and we only use pure 100% Organic cotton in its purest state, none of our products are fumigated, in order for better health, comfort and peace of mind.

Sandra Bitunjac |
| Great product and great customer service. My 3 year old daughter loves her new mattress.
Meagan Zieba |
| I have two of these futons, a standard one and one that was made to order to fit a non-standard bed frame. The mattresses are very comfortable and my children love them. The customer service (particularly for the made-to-order mattress) was very good, and all the staff I spoke to were extremely helpful. Delivery was quick and the mattresses were well packaged. I try to purchase Australian made products as much as possible, so it was great to discover organic bedding made in Australia.
Beck Rodgers |
| I recently purchased a bed from you for my son, including futon mattress and bedding, and I firstly wanted to say how great your product is. I was a little nervous about the futon mattress being too hard but I introduced it as the “cloud bed” and it has brilliant! Additionally I want to say your sheets were great - I think I could have put them straight on the bed without washing them first. No chemical smell there.
Characteristics of Natural Futon Mattresses
The Organature Futon mattresses are made from our carded (fluffed out) pure organic cotton and appear softer to begin with but, as with all Natural fibres, the cotton compresses, creating a firm surface.
Futon mattresses and toppers filled with 100% natural fibres such as cotton, wool, kapok, straw etc. are not the same as conventional futons and toppers; even these different natural fibre filled ones vary in construction and sleeping. Conventional futon mattresses and toppers are softer because they contain synthetic foam, memory foam, foamed rubber (incorrectly referred to as latex), or a combination of these chemical laden products. Natural fibre futons are perfect for babies and children as they are lighter in weight and thus slowly compress the filling, adjusting to the firmer sleeping surface. Free from dangerous toxic chemicals. (‘Non-iron’, ‘Easy care’, ‘Wrinkle free‘, ‘Permanent press’, ‘Ultra Fresh’, ‘Water-proof’ and ‘Flame proof’).
- To allow for proper air circulation, for increased effectiveness of the health benefits gained when using these pure Organic products on a daily basis and to prevent mould and mildew forming, your organic cotton mattress/futon should always be placed on a good quality slat bed base.
- We strongly recommend that you use one of our natural timber slat bed bases in conjunction with your organic cotton mattress, which has been custom made in a healthy environment from sturdy Australian plantation hardwood timber.
If you have never slept on, or used, a futon or topper filled with 100% natural fibres previously, we prefer to talk to you before proceeding with your order.
Is a Futon the Right Mattress for You?
Our futons were originally intended to satisfy the needs of newborn babies, young children, teenagers and very chemically sensitive people whose everyday health and well-being depend on a non toxic nights sleep above all else.
If after reading this you are still sure a futon mattress is what you are looking for be aware and prepared for the extra maintenance required because if the regime of regular turning and airing is not strictly followed by you, then we cannot be held responsible. Any size futon mattress, including cradle and cot, must be used on both sides and requires regular turning. It is imperative that any size, is used on a hardwood slat base bed/cot or cradle. Contact us for further details on a suitable bed base if needed.
When using a cot, cradle or other size futon for a bed wetter (including the inevitable nappy leaks) ALWAYS layer our mattress pads or OLD washed towels under the mattress protector and check/ wash and replace every day as none of these products contain plastic or are covered with waterproof material. However, they do provide the BEST water resistance than any natural organic protector can provide.
Futons are traditionally made from cotton or other natural fibre and are hard / firm and not totally suitable for side sleepers. They have no ‘give’ or ‘bounce’. They are of Japanese origin and ideal for people used to sleeping on a firm surface.
Do not choose to purchase a futon mattress for the wrong reasons:
- It’s trendy.
- It is lightweight and will fold easily. (It isn’t and it won’t).
- It is a cheaper version of an organic cotton innerspring mattress. It is a different type of mattress altogether.
Important Facts about Conventional Mattresses and Your Health
Did you know that frequently present in conventional mattresses and bedding are *High Volatile Organic compounds (VOCs) like phosphorus, arsenic and antimony, and nerve toxins like formaldehyde, benzene and toluene? Whether they be in the petroleum based, Polyethylene foam, the petroleum and chlorine based Vinyl or PVC used for waterproofing (a known carcinogen, let alone, one of the most environmentally unfriendly plastics used today), or the petroleum based Fire Retardants … separately or together … they make up a toxic soup that is linked to immune suppression, hormone disruption, developmental delays, learning and memory problems, behavior changes, and cancer.
PLEASE NOTE: Non-GOLS certified Latex products are NOT organic or 100% natural.
Some people go nuts about BAMBOO SHEETS too because they are told that they are natural and anti-bacterial. But bamboo fibres are converted with chemicals to produce the yarn. This makes the process ’man-made’ and therefore synthetic, not natural and certainly not pure Organic.
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