Can a Mattress Help Save the Planet While Helping You Sleep Better? It’s a question more Canadians are asking as awareness grows around sustainability and wellness. As we invest in better sleep, we’re also thinking about what happens after our mattress has served its purpose. Enter the circular economy a powerful model that focuses on reducing waste, reusing materials, and regenerating natural systems. But what does that have to do with your mattress? Turns out, quite a lot. At Haven Sleep Co., we’re proud to be part of a new Canadian movement toward sustainable sleep designing mattresses that support your health and the health of our planet.
Why This Matters: The Problem with Conventional Mattresses
Mattresses and the Landfill Crisis
Most traditional mattresses are made with petroleum-based foams, synthetic fabrics, and chemical fire retardants. They’re hard to recycle and nearly impossible to decompose. In Canada alone, an estimated 1.2 million mattresses are discarded each year the vast majority ending up in landfills. That’s a major problem for our environment.
The Impact on Your Health and Home
The same materials that make mattresses difficult to recycle can also impact indoor air quality. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) released by synthetic foams and glues may contribute to respiratory issues, headaches, and poor sleep.
So what’s the alternative? A mattress that considers its full lifecycle from how it's made to how it's disposed of.
The Circular Economy: A Sleep-Saving Solution
The circular economy is more than a trend it’s a rethinking of how products are created and used. For mattresses, this means:
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Designing with recyclable and plant-based materials
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Using fewer toxic chemicals
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Creating products built to last
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Offering take-back, reuse, or resale options
This not only reduces environmental harm but aligns with what more Canadians are demanding: healthier, eco-conscious homes that support long-term well-being.
Canadian Stats: Sustainability Starts at Home
A recent Statistics Canada study found that 73% of Canadians say environmental concerns influence their purchasing decisions. Among those aged 25–65, sustainable home goods especially bedding and mattresses are gaining momentum.
In British Columbia, where Haven’s Innovation Centre is located in Kelowna, sustainability isn’t just a lifestyle it’s a responsibility. We see this as a call to action to produce better, not just more.
Haven’s Circular Commitment: Designed for Canadian Sleepers
Plant-Based, Vegan Foams
All Haven mattresses are built using vegan, plant-based foams, reducing dependency on petroleum and minimizing carbon emissions. These foams are breathable, durable, and free from animal-derived materials perfect for conscious consumers.
CertiPUR-US® Certified Clean
Our foams are CertiPUR-US® certified, meaning they’re low in VOCs, free from ozone depleters, heavy metals, formaldehyde, and phthalates. Better for you, and better for your family.
REPREVE® Eco Fibres
Select Haven covers are crafted using REPREVE®, a leading performance fibre made from recycled ocean-bound plastic. Each mattress helps divert waste from Canadian landfills and waterways giving plastic a second life in your sleep sanctuary.
Made-to-Order, Not Mass-Produced
Our mattresses are made fresh-to-order in Canada, reducing warehouse waste and emissions from unnecessary storage. You get a mattress crafted just for you never one that’s been sitting in a box for months.
Social Impact: Mamas for Mamas
Every Haven mattress helps support Mamas for Mamas, a national charity helping Canadian families facing poverty. Through donations of new sleep products and financial support, your purchase directly contributes to a better night’s sleep for someone in need.
Second Slumber: Resale for a Better Tomorrow
What happens to a mattress that’s returned under our 100-night trial? Thanks to our Second Slumber initiative, lightly used Haven mattresses are inspected, sanitized, and resold at a discount diverting them from landfills and funding mental health programs through the Canadian Mental Health Association.
It’s a circular solution with a meaningful mission.
Why It Matters for Your Sleep Health
Choosing an eco-conscious mattress isn’t just about the planet it can directly impact how well you sleep. Natural, breathable materials:
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Help regulate temperature more effectively
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Reduce allergic reactions and respiratory irritation
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Minimize off-gassing and improve indoor air quality
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Support spinal alignment and pressure relief
Studies from the Canadian Sleep Society and Health Canada suggest that reducing environmental toxins in the bedroom improves both sleep latency (how quickly you fall asleep) and sleep quality overall.
Actionable Tips: How to Choose a Sustainable Mattress
Want to sleep better and tread lighter? Look for these features when choosing your next mattress:
Check Certifications
Look for CertiPUR-US®, OEKO-TEX®, or GOLS certifications to ensure low emissions and safe materials.
Prioritize Plant-Based or Natural Latex
Latex sourced from rubber trees (like the Haven Rejuvenate Natural Latex Mattress) offers support, durability, and biodegradability.
Ask Where It’s Made
Buying Canadian-made products supports local jobs and reduces emissions from international shipping. Haven mattresses are proudly made in Canada.
Consider End-of-Life Programs
Brands like Haven that offer resale, recycling, or charitable donation options ensure your mattress doesn’t end up in the trash.
Don’t Forget Bedding
Eco-conscious sleep doesn’t stop at the mattress. Opt for breathable, long-lasting linens like Bedface 100% long-staple cotton sheets sustainably made for durability and comfort.
Backed by Experts at the Haven Innovation Centre
At Haven’s Innovation Centre in Kelowna, BC, our team of sleep experts and product engineers continuously research new materials and mattress structures that improve sleep and reduce environmental harm.
We collaborate with chiropractors, athletic therapists, and sustainability specialists to refine the design of every Haven product. That includes temperature-regulating natural latex, ergonomic foam zoning, and covers made from recycled content.
We don’t believe in compromise only in doing what’s right for your sleep and the planet.
A Better Night’s Sleep, A Better Future
The choices we make in the bedroom ripple far beyond it. Choosing a circular economy mattress like Haven means:
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Sleeping on cleaner, healthier materials
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Supporting Canadian-made innovation
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Contributing to a more sustainable future
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Helping real families through Haven’s charity partners
Ready to Rest Responsibly?
Explore our collection of natural latex, vegan foam, and REPREVE®-enhanced mattresses all made in Canada, designed to last, and crafted with your wellness in mind.
Because better sleep doesn’t just come from counting sheep it comes from making conscious choices.
👉 Learn more at HavenSleep.com
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