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Can I Get Bed Bugs From Hugging Someone

Can I Get Bed Bugs From Hugging Someone

Maltisa Driker
Contributing Writer
‍Updated on: January 19, 2024
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Maltisa Driker

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Maltisa Driker is a fact-checker and researcher who has worked in the custom home building industry in sales, marketing, and design.

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Key Takeaways

It's possible for bed bugs to transfer from one person's clothes to another during a brief hug, but they do not live on people's bodies. To minimize the risk of infestation, inspect and treat secondhand items before bringing them home, wash clothes at high heat after potential exposure, and vacuum suitcases after traveling.

Regularly inspect clothing, belongings, and furniture for signs of infestation, wash and dry clothing on high heat settings, limit contact with fabrics in questionable locations, and shower and change clothes after prolonged exposure to prevent bed bug transfer.

Briefly hugging someone with a bed bug infestation is unlikely to result in getting bed bugs as they prefer to hide in furniture and bedding rather than on people. Longer and closer physical contact increases the risk of bed bug transfer, such as sleeping in an infested bed or bringing infested furniture into your home.

To prevent bed bug infestation, inspect for signs of bed bugs when staying away from home, thoroughly check secondhand furniture, isolate and inspect belongings after visiting an infested area, and address clutter and cracks in your home. The risk of getting bed bugs from a brief hug is very low, but it's important to be cautious in potentially infested places. Factors such as the length of the hug, level of infestation, location of bugs on clothing, their life stage, and time since feeding can affect the risk of picking up bed bugs from close physical contact.

What Is The Risk Of Acquiring Bed Bugs From A Short Hug With Someone Who Has Them At Home?

1. The risk of acquiring bed bugs from a short hug with someone who has them at home is minimal. Bed bugs don't jump or fly; they prefer hiding in furniture, bedding, and belongings, coming out only to feed briefly before retreating back to their hiding spots.

2. For bed bugs to transfer during a hug, they would have to crawl off the infested person's clothing and onto yours at the exact moment of contact, which is highly unlikely. The risk increases with longer contact, if the person's home has a severe infestation, or if bed bugs are present on their outer clothing.

3. It's more likely to pick up bed bugs by sitting on infested furniture than from a quick hug. The greatest risk is if the infested person had contact with bed bugs immediately before the hug and the bugs may still be crawling on their clothing.

4. You can't really tell if bed bugs transferred from a hug as bites or signs of infestation may appear days to weeks later. To be safe after hugging someone with bed bugs, carefully inspect your clothing, bags, and belongings for signs of bed bugs. Wash clothing worn in hot water and dry on high heat. Thoroughly vacuum luggage.

5. Watch for bites or other signs of infestation in the following days or weeks. Bed bugs don't jump from person to person but can hitchhike on items. The best prevention is vigilance when staying in hotels, using public transit, and acquiring used furniture. Brief person-to-person contact carries little risk of bed bug transmission.

Below is a table of every major mattress brand, whether they're considered fiberglass-free or not, the materials used in it's fire retardant, the mattress type, and which certifications they have.

Brands

Certifications

Recalled

Type

Fiberglass

Flame Barrier

45th Street Bedding
• GOTS Certification for Organic Cotton Cover
• ECO Institut Certification for Botanicore™ Latex
No, there was no mention of a recall for the 45th Street Bedding mattress brand.
45th StLatex (natural and organic, GOTS certified cotton, QUL certified botanical latex)reet Bedding
Yes
• Wool
• Inherent fire-resistant rayon fabric
• Organic cotton
• Natural latex
4Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
• GreenGuard
• Eco-Institut
No, there is no mention of a recall for the 4Sleep mattress brand.
Memory foam (gel-infused, multi-layer)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
• Plant-derived materials
Agility
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX
• Bio-Based Gel Memory Foam
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Agility mattress brand.
Hybrid (latex, micro coils, memory foam)
No
• Fire-protection sock
Aircloud
• GOLS Certificate
• GOTS Cotton Certificate
• GOTS Wool Certificate
• GreenGuard Certificate
• Eco-Institut Certificate
• Control Union Certificate
• FSC Certificate
• CertiPUR-US Certificate
• LGA Certificate
• SATRA Certificate
• ECO Certificate
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Aircloud mattress brand.
Memory foam (microfiber mattress topper)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Aireloom
• OEKO-TEX
• CertiPUR-US
• eco-INSTITUT
No, there was no mention of any recalls for the Aireloom mattress brand.
Innerspring (with latex, memory foam, and natural materials)
No
• Polyester-based barrier fiber
• Polymeric-based barrier fiber
Airweave
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of an Airweave mattress recall.
Hybrid (airfiber, customizable firmness)
No
• Brominated flame retardants
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
•Tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA)
• Wool
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
• Rayon
• Natural thistle
Alexander Signature Hybrid
• CertiPUR-US
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Alexander Signature Hybrid mattress brand.
Hybrid (pocketed coils, memory foam, cooling gel)
No
• Hydrated Silica Fire Barrier
Allswell
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Allswell mattress brand.
Hybrid (gel-infused memory foam with pocketed coils)
Yes
• CertiPUR-US certified foams
Amerisleep
• CertiPur-US
• GreenGuard
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• OEKO-TEX
• Rainforest Alliance
• eco-INSTITUT
No, there is no mention of any recall for Amerisleep mattresses.
Hybrid (memory foam + coils)
No
• Silica (sand)
• Rayon (man-made fiber constructed from wood pulp)
Amore
• CertiPUR-US
• GOLS
• eco-INSTITUT
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
• GOTS
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Amore mattress brand.
Hybrid (pocket springs, memory foam, latex foam)
No
• Organic wool
• Fiberglass-free flame retardant rayon
Amore Beds
• CertiPUR-US
• eco-INSTITUT
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100  • GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• GreenGuard Gold
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Amore Beds mattress brand.
Hybrid (pocketed coils, latex and memory foam, copper-infused cover)
No
• Organic Wool
• Flame Retardant Rayon
Apt2B
There are no certifications listed.
No, there is no indication of a recall for the Apt2B mattress brand based on the given information.
Hybrid (encased coils and foam layers)
No
• Organic wool
Aslan
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Aslan mattress brand.
Memory foam (gel-infused, multi-layered)
No
• Wool
• Natural thistle
• Rayon
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
Avocado Green Mattress
• GOLS certified organic
• GOTS certified organic
•GREENGUARD Gold certified
• MADE SAFE Certified
• STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX certified
• Climate Neutral Certified
• FSC certified
• eco-INSTITUT label
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Avocado Green Mattress brand.
Hybrid (natural latex, pocketed innerspring coils)
No
• Or• GOTS-certified organic wool
• Natural graphite powder
• Hydrated silicaganic wool
Awara
• Oeko-Tex
• Greenguard Gold
No, there is no indication of any recall for the Awara mattress brand based on the provided content.
Hybrid (Dunlop latex and pocketed coils)
No
• Silicate flame retardant
Bear Mattress
• GOTS Certified Organic
• CertiPUR-US
•GREENGUARD Gold Certified
No, there was no recall mentioned for Bear Mattress.
Memory foam (all-foam, multi-layer)
No
• Fiberglass
Beautyrest Black
• CertiPUR-US
• 10-Year Limited Warranty
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Beautyrest Black mattress brand.
Hybrid (innerspring coils with memory foam and specialty foams)
Yes
• Rayon
• Polyester
• Silica
Bed in a Box
• OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Bed in a Box mattress brand.
Memory foam (or Hybrid)
Yes
• Boric acid
• Wool
Bedding Stock
• GOTS certification
• GOLS certification
• CertiPUR-US certification
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification
• GreenGuard Gold certification
• Fair Trade certification
• FSC certification
• eco-INSTITUT certification
• B Corp certification
• Climate Neutral certification
Yes, there was a recall for the Bedding Stock mattress brand due to violating federal flammability standards and posing a fire hazard.
Hybrid (innerspring support with foam layers)
No
• Wool
• Polyester
• Rayon
Bedgear
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned for Bedgear mattresses.
Hybrid (variety of models)
No
• Silica
• Plant-based oils
Bedinabox
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Bedinabox mattress brand.
Memory foam (CoolRest gel, high-density support layers)
No
• Chemicals containing chlorine or bromine bound to carbon• Fiberglass
• PBDEs (polybrominated diphenyl ethers)
• Boric acid compounds
• Antimony compounds
• Wool
Bedjet
• ETL
• UL Electric Appliance Safety Standards
• OEKO-TEX MADE IN GREEN
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Bedjet mattress brand.
This is not applicable to a specific mattress type; it is a temperature control accessory for any mattress type.
No
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
Bedstory
• CertiPUR-US Certified
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Bedstory mattress brand.
Hybrid (gel memory foam with 7-zone pocket coils, Euro top)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Big Fig Mattress
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Big Fig Mattress brand.
Hybrid (specifically for heavier individuals, high coil count, firm)
No
• Cotton
• Linseed
• Flax
Bloom Mattress
• OEKO-TEX Approved in the Standard 100 Product Class
• GOTS-certified organic cotton
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Bloom Mattress brand.
Hybrid (latex and coils)
Yes
• Chemical-free inherent fire resistant fibers
Boll and Branch
• OEKO-TEX
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• Fair Trade Certified
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Hybrid (innerspring coils and foam layers)
No
• Wool
• Latex
Brentwood Home
•GREENGUARD Gold
• GOTS
• FSC
• Climate Neutral
• RCS (Recycled Claim Standard)
• GRS (Global Recycle Standard)
• Fair Trade
• UL Environment Landfill Waste Diversion Validation
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Brentwood Home mattress brand.
Memory foam (gel-infused, all-foam)
No
• Woven silica sock
Brentwood Home Cypress
• CertiPUR-US
•GREENGUARD Gold Certified
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) Certified Organic Facility
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) Certified
• RCS (Recycled Claim Standard)
• GRS (Global Recycle Standard)
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Brentwood Home Cypress mattress.
Memory foam (variants: all-foam, hybrid)
No
• Natural silica quartz
Brentwood Home Oceano
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Brentwood Home Oceano mattress.
Hybrid (coil-on-coil, eco-friendly components)
No
• Silica sand
Brooklyn Bedding
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
• Oeko-Tex Class I
No, there is no mention of any recalls for Brooklyn Bedding mattresses in the provided content.
Hybrid (memory foam, latex, pocketed coils)
No
• TDCPP
• TCEP ("Tris")
Casper
• CertiPUR-US
No, there has never been a recall specifically for Casper mattresses. The recall mentioned was for Novaform ComfortGrande and Novaform DreamAway mattresses made by FXI Inc., which manufactures Casper mattresses, but it did not involve Casper mattresses themselves.
Hybrid (various models with specific features like zoned support and plush feel)
No
• Continuous filament fiberglass sock or barrier
Chattam and Wells
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• 100% natural Talalay latex
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Chattam & Wells mattress brand.
Hybrid (latex, pocketed coils, natural fibers)
No
• Natural wool
Chili Technology
• TD
• ETL
• SAA
• CECPP
• TCEP ("Tris")
No
• No flame / fire retardant materials listed
Christeli
• CertiPUR-US
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
No, there was no recall mentioned for the mattress brand Christeli.
Hybrid (with pocketed coils and foam layers)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
• Organic cotton
• Latex
Classic Brands
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Classic Brands mattress.
Memory foam (gel-infused)
Yes
• Fiberglass
Cocoon by Sealy
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Cocoon by Sealy mattress brand.
Memory foam (all-foam and hybrid options)
No
• TD• Fiberglass
• Glass fiberCPP
• TCEP ("Tris")
Comfort Dreams
• CertiPUR-US
• GreenGuard
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Comfort Dreams mattress brand.
•TDMemory foam (gel-infused)CPP
• TCEP ("Tris")
Yes
• Boric acid
• Wool
Comfort Option
• Certi-Pur
• GOTS
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• GreenGuard
• GreenGuard Gold
• GOLS
• Responsible Wool Standard
• Cradle to Cradle
• Fair Trade USA
No, there is no mention of any recalls for Comfort Option mattresses by Corsicana Bedding.
Hybrid (multi-foam layers, medium firmness)
No
• Wool
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
Comfortaire
• CertiPUR-US
•GREENGUARD Gold
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Comfortaire mattress brand.
Hybrid (adjustable air with foam layers)
Unsure
• Modal Viscose Fibers (made from tree cellulose)
Copper Dreams
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
Yes, there was a recall of Copper Dreams mattresses due to violating the federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard.
Hybrid (memory foam with copper and graphite, pocketed coils)
No
• PBDEs
• TDCPP (Deca)
• Melamine
Corsicana
• Certified foams
Yes, there was a recall for Corsicana mattresses due to a violation of the federal mattress flammability standard.
Hybrid (pocketed coils with foam layers)
Unsure
• Para-aramid (like Kevlar)
• Inherent-FR rayon
Crave
• Oeko-Tex
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Hybrid (pocket coils, latex, memory foam, polyurethane foam)
Unsure
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Crave Mattress
• Oeko-Tex
• CertiPUR-US
No, there is no mention of a recall for the Crave Mattress brand.
Hybrid (Ultra Plush Hybrid Innerspring, Luxury Firm Hybrid Innerspring)
Unsure
• Wool
• Natural thistle
• Rayon
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
Customatic
• ETL certification
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Customatic mattress brand.
Hybrid (specific type unspecified)
Unsure
• PBDEs
• TCPP
• Fiberglass
• Wool
Denver Mattress
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned for Denver Mattress.
Hybrid (coil + foam/latex)
Unsure
• Wool
Diamond Mattress
• CertiPUR-US Certified
• OEKO-TEX 100 Certified
• GOTS Certified Organic
• Sleep Products Sustainability Certification (SP2)
No, there was no recall mentioned for Diamond Mattress.
Hybrid (foam and coils, temperature-regulating)
No
• Fiberglass-free flame retardant
Doze
• CertiPUR-US
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
Yes, there was a recall for Duxiana's Protective Mattress Covers (PMCs) due to failing to meet flammability standards.
Memory foam (gel-infused, high-density support core)
No
• CertiPUR-US certified foams without PBDEs, TDCPP, or TCEP flame retardants
Dreamcloud
• CertiPUR-US
• Greenguard Gold
• FSC
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Yes, there was a recall of Dreamcloud mattresses for violating federal flammability regulations as they failed to meet the smoldering ignition requirements, posing a fire hazard.
Hybrid (memory foam and pocketed coils)
Unsure
• Plant-based rayon fire retardant material
Dromma Bed
• Wo
• CertiPUR-US
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100ol
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Dromma Bed mattress.
Hybrid (latex and memory foam layers, cooling properties)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Duxiana
• Oeko-Tex 100 Certificate
No, there was no mention of any recalls for the Duxiana mattress brand.
Innerspring (modular, customizable comfort zones, dual-layer spring construction)
No
• Wool
• Organic cotton
• Polyester
• Bamboo rayon (cellulose fiber)
• Tencel lyocell (cellulose fiber)
Eastman House
• CertiPUR-US
• BCI (Better Cotton Initiative)
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Eastman House mattress brand.
Innerspring (pocketed coils, hybrid-like construction)
No
• Boric acid
• Decabromodiphenyl oxide (Deca)
• Melamine
Eco Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
•GREENGUARD
• OEKO-TEX
• GOTS
• GOLS
• Fair Trade Certified
• Cradle to Cradle
• Wool Integrity NZ
• Rainforest Alliance Certified
• Eco-INSTITUT
• B-Corp
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Eco Sleep mattress brand.
Hybrid (latex and pocketed coils)
No
• Wool
• Organic cotton
Eco Terra
• GOLS certified organic latex
• GOTS certified organic cotton
• GOTS certified organic wool
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no mention of a recall for Eco Terra mattresses.
Hybrid (latex and pocketed coils)
No
• Natural Wool
• Natural Latex
• Certified Organic Cotton
Eight Sleep
• CertiPUR-US certified
No, there is no mention of a recall for the Eight Sleep mattress brand.
Memory foam (high-tech, temperature-regulating, bed in a box)
Yes
• Para-aramid fibers (such as Kevlar)
• Inherent-FR rayon fibers
Endy
•GREENGUARD Gold
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for Endy mattresses.
Memory foam (polyurethane foam, medium-firm, breathable)
No
• Non-toxic flame retardant sock
Englander
• Oeko-Tex Class 1
• Organic Content Standard (OCS)
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
• Fair Trade Certified
No, there was no mention of a recall for Englander mattresses.
Hybrid (innerspring coils with memory foam)
Unsure
• Natural Open Air coils
• Fabric-encased coil innerspring units
Ergoflex
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
• UltraFresh
Yes
• No specific flame retardant materials mentioned
Essentia
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• Oeko Tex 100 Class 100
• EuroLatex ECO-Standards
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Essentia mattress brand.
Latex (organic, proprietary Beyond Latex foam)
No
• Kevlar fabric
European Bedding
• UL Environment GREENGUARD Gold
• Oeko-Tex 100
• LGA (TÜV)
• EuroLATEX
• Oekotex 100 class 1
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• CertiPUR™
• Cradle-to-Cradle Gold-Certified
• Euro Latex ECO-Standard
• Oeko Tex Standard 100
• EU-Ecolabel
• HYGCEN®
• FSC®
• PEFC™
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
No, there is no mention of any recall for European Bedding mattresses.
Hybrid (micro-springs and foam structure)
Unsure
• Brominated compounds
• Phosphorous-based compounds
Eve Sleep
• CertiPUR®
• OEKO-TEX
Yes, the Eve Sleep mattress brand had a recall in 2017 due to their mattress covers not meeting the UK's fire safety standards and not being sufficiently fire retardant.
Memory foam (all-foam, pressure-relieving)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
FloBeds
• Oeko-Tex Certificate
• GOTS Organic Cotton Certificate
• GOTS Organic Wool Certificate
• FSC
Certificationose fiber-toxic flame retardant sock
Yes, there was a recall of FloBeds mattresses due to violating federal flammability standards and posing a fire hazard.
Latex (Talalay, customizable firmness zones)
No
• Wool
Ghostbed
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Ghostbed mattress brand.
Hybrid (foam and individually wrapped coils)
Unsure
• Non
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber-toxic flame re
• Glass fiber scrim
• Core-spun glass fibertardant sock
Ghostbed Luxe
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Ghostbed Luxe mattress.
Hybrid (gel memory foam, latex foam, high-density foam core)
No
• Phase change material ("Ghost Ice")
Glideaway
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Glideaway mattress brand.
Memory foam (gel and charcoal infused)
Unsure
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
• Wool (as a natural flame retardant alternative)
Happsy
• MADE SAFE
• GOLS
• GOTS
• Forest Stewardship Council
• Rainforest Alliance
•GREENGUARD GOLD / UL Formaldehyde-Free
• Zero Toxics Registry
• Climate Neutral Certified
• The Conservation Alliance
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Happsy mattress brand.
Hybrid (organic latex, pocketed coils)
No
• Organic wool
• Organic cotton
Hastens
• OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100
• TRAUMPASS
• LATEX-FREE
No, there was no mention of a recall for Hastens mattresses.
Hybrid (natural materials, multi-tiered spring system)
No
• Wool
• Cotton
Haven
• CertiPUR-US
• Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA)
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Haven mattress brand.
Memory foam (gel-infused)
No
• Wool
• Cotton fabric cover
Helix
•GREENGUARD Gold Certification
• CertiPUR-US Certification
• OEKO-TEX Certification
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Helix mattress brand.
Hybrid (pocketed coils, polyfoam, optional quilted pillow top)
Yes
• Rayon (derived from cellulose/bamboo fiber)
• Organic wool
Helix Sleep
•GREENGUARD Gold Certification
• CertiPUR-US Certification
No, there was no mention of a recall for Helix Sleep mattresses.
Hybrid (foam layers and pocketed coils)
No
• Rayon (from bamboo fiber)
• Thin foam layer (chemical-free rayon barrier)
Hilding Anders
• Certified by the Swiss Institute AEH
• ISO 14001
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Hilding Anders mattress brand.
Innerspring (pocketed spring)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Hyde and Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX
No, there was no recall for Hyde & Sleep mattresses.
Hybrid (coil support with foam or latex layers)
Unsure
• Wool
• Rayon/polyester fiber barriers
• Phosphorous-based inorganic salts
• Fiberglass flame barriers
Hypnos
• FSC®• PEFC
• Red Tractor
• Responsible Wool Standard
•CottonConnect
• The Soil Association
• The Planet Mark
• NBF
• Made in Britain
No recall mentioned.
Innerspring (pocket coil, natural fillings, hybrid latex designs)
No
• Organic wool
• Organic
• Unbleached cotton
• Viscose cotton
iComfort by Serta
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the iComfort by Serta mattress brand.
Memory foam (gel-infused, some hybrid models)
Yes
• FireBlocker (blend of natural and synthetic fibers)
Idle Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned for Idle Sleep mattresses.
Hybrid (memory foam and pocketed coils, flippable)
Unsure
• 100% natural cotton barrier
Innergy
• CertiPUR-US
• Low VOC
No, there is no indication in the provided content that the Innergy mattress brand has been recalled.
Innerspring (exclusive coil design, motion-reducing)
Unsure
• Organic wool
• Organic co
• Wool
• Natural thistle
• Rayon
• Natural latex
• Organic cottontton
Intellibed
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned for Intellibed mattresses.
Hybrid (gel matrix, latex, pocketed coil)
No
• Silica fiber
Jamison Bedding
• OEKO-TEX
• eco-INSTITUT
• Fair Trade
• Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Jamison Bedding brand.
Innerspring (with pillow top and foam layers)
No
• Safe Slumber® fire retardant fibers
Joybed
• OEKO-Tex Standard 100
• Oregon Tilth certifications
No, there was no mention of any recall for the Joybed mattress brand.
Hybrid (organic materials, innerspring coils)
No
• Plant fiber layer made from potato plants
Kaya Mattress
• CertiPUR-US
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Kaya Mattress brand.
Hybrid (pocketed coils and memory foam)
No
• Wool
• Horsehair
Keetsa
• CertiPUR-US®
• STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®
No, there was no mention of a recall for Keetsa mattresses.
Hybrid (innerspring coil system with memory foam and comfort foam layers)
No
• Carbon rayon
• Polyacrylonite
Kingsdown
• CertiPUR-US
• Sleep To Live®
• Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
Yes, there was a recall of Kingsdown mattresses due to violating federal flammability regulations and posing a fire hazard.
Innerspring (wrapped coil technology, multi-level coil system)
No
The documents do not specify the flame retardant materials used by Kingsdown.
Kluft
• Oeko-Tex
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of any recall for the Kluft mattress brand.
Hybrid (innerspring core with latex and luxury natural materials)
No
• Fire-retardant fibers
Kutson
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-Tex Standard 100
• GreenGuard
• GreenGuard Gold• GOTS
• GOLS
• Responsible Wool Standard
• Cradle to Cradle
• Fair Trade USAant fibers
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Kutson mattress brand.
Memory foam (adjustable firmness layers)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Latex for Less
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Latex for Less mattress brand in the provided content.
Latex (flippable, Talalay and Dunlop layers)
No
• Organic wool
Layla
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Layla mattress brand.
Memory foam (copper-infused, flippable)
Yes
• Fiberglass particles
• Polyester
Leesa
• CertiPUR-US
• Climate Neutral
• B Corporation
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Leesa mattress brand.
Memory foam (hybrid, aerated responsive foam)
No
• Proprietary blend of fibers (specific fibers not disclosed)
Level Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
• Eco-Institut
No, there was no mention of a recall for Level Sleep mattresses.
Memory foam (zoned support, three-layer)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Linenspa
• CertiPUR-US
No, there is no mention of any recalls for the Linenspa mattress brand.
Hybrid (memory foam and innerspring coils, medium-firm)
Yes
• Fiberglass
Live and Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Live and Sleep mattress brand.
Memory foam (all-foam, contouring top layer, supportive base layer)
Unsure
• Boric Acid
• Wool
Loom and Leaf
• GOTS certified organic cotton cover
• CertiPUR-US certified foams
• Fair Trade Certified factories
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Loom & Leaf mattress brand.
Hybrid (memory foam and pocketed coils)
No
• Natural, plant-based thistle pulp bonded with polyester
Lucid
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Hybrid (memory foam and innerspring coils)
Yes
• Fiberglass
• Treated cotton fire retardant cover
Luft
• Oeko-Tex
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for Luft mattresses in the provided content.
Hybrid (foam layers with Bolsa and Quantum coils)
No
• Cotton
• Rayon
Lull
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no mention of a recall for Lull mattresses.
Memory foam (gel-infused)
Yes
• 90% Polyester
• 10% Rayon
• Laminated fire retardant backing
Luxe
• CertiPUR
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
•GREENGUARD Gold
• eco-INSTITUT
• Rainforest Alliance
• Fair Trade USA
• OEKO-TEX
No, there is no mention of a recall for the Luxe mattress brand.
Hybrid (memory foam, pocketed coils, adjustable firmness)
No
• Wool
Luxi
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Luxi mattress brand.• Wool
Memory foam (with latex components)
Unsure
• Luxi does not explicitly state the specific flame and fire retardant they use in their mattresses.
Malouf
• Certified B Corporation®
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Hybrid (memory foam, coils, cooling technologies)
Unsure
• Wool
• Plant fibers
• Silica
Matrand
• No certifications
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Matrand mattress brand.
Memory foam (tight top medium-firm)ool
Unsure
• Fiberglass
Mattress Firm
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
• GreenGuard
• GreenGuard Gold
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
• Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS)
• Responsible Wool Standard
• Cradle to Cradle
• Fair Trade USA
No, there was no mention of a recall for Mattress Firm mattresses.
Hybrid (combines foam and coil components)
Yes
• Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs)
• Tris (1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate (TDCPP)
Medlift
• CE certification
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Medlift mattress brand.
Hybrid (innerspring and memory foam options)
No
• Woo
• Phosphorus-based inorganic saltsl
Mlily
• CertiPUR-US
• STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX
No, there was no mention of a recall for Mlily mattresses.
Hybrid (memory foam and pocket springs)
No
• Cotton
• Polyester
Modway
• CertiPUR-US
• Certified Foam
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Modway mattress brand.
Memory foam (gel-infused)
No
• Wool
• PBDEs
• TDCPP
• TCEP ("Tris")
Molecule
• CertiPUR-US®
•GREENGUARD Gold
• FSC
• Rainforest Alliance
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Yes, the Molecule mattress brand has been recalled for failing to meet the federal flammability standard for mattresses.
Memory foam (zoned support, temperature regulating)
No
• Proprietary blend of fibers
Muse
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Muse mattress brand in the provided content.
Memory foam (gel-infused, all-foam, temperature-regulating)
No
• Rayon-cellulose fire sock
My Green Mattress
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
•GREENGUARD Gold
• MadeSafe®
No, there was no mention of a recall for My Green Mattress.
Hybrid (organic, latex, pocketed coil)
No
• Organic wool
• Organic cotton
Naturepedic
• MADE SAFE
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
• Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS)
•GREENGUARD Gold
• UL Formaldehyde-Free
• Organic Trade Association Organic Fraud Prevention Plan
• EWG VERIFIED
• FSC
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class 1
• Organic 100 Content Standard
• PETA
• Green America
• Certified Vegan
• Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) Gold rating
No, there was no mention of a recall for Naturepedic mattresses.
Latex (organic, customizable firmness)
No
• Organic cotton fabric
• Organic cotton batting
• Plant-based non-GMO PLA batting
• Steel innersprings
Nectar
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned for Nectar mattresses.
Memory foam (gel-infused, multi-layer)
Unsure
• Silica fibers
• Fiberglass
Nectar Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Memory foam (gel-infused, multi-layered)
Yes
• Silica fibers
• Fiberglass
Nest Bedding
• UL Greenguard Gold Certification
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
No, there was no mention of a recall for Nest Bedding mattresses.
Hybrid (flippable, dual firmness, US made)
No
• Hydrated Silica
Nolah
• CertiPUR-US
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• GOTS
No, there was no mention of a recall for Nolah mattresses.
Hybrid (pocketed coils, multiple foam layers including AirFoamICE)
No
• GOTS-certified organic wool
Nolah Signature
•GREENGUARD Gold
• CertiPUR-US®
• Fiberglass-Free Design
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Nolah Signature mattress brand.
Memory foam (all-foam design, includes AirFoam™ and high-density poly foam)
No
• CertiPUR-US® certified polyurethane foam (free from chemical fire retardants)• Organic wool for flame resistance
Noomi
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)
• OEKO-TEX
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Noomi mattress brand in the provided content.
Hybrid (pocket springs, natural latex, bamboo cover)
No
• Organic wool
• Natural graphite powder
• Natural hydrated silica
Novaform
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for Novaform mattresses.
Memory foam (with cooling features and support foam base layer)
Unsure
• Rayon
• Silica
Novilla
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Novilla mattress brand.
Memory foam (gel-infused, multi-layered)
No
• No specific flame / fire retardant materials used are listed.
Novosbed
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Novosbed mattress brand.
Memory foam (three firmness levels)
No
• Wool
Olee Sleep
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Olee Sleep mattress brand.
Memory foam (multi-layer)
Yes
• Glass fiber material
• Acrylic fabric
Organica
• GOTS® Certified
• OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
• Rainforest Alliance
• eco-INSTITUT
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Organica mattress brand.
Hybrid (Natural Talalay Latex, pocketed coils)
No
• GOTS-certified organic wool
Ortho Mattress
• CertiPUR-US®
•GREENGUARD
• OEKO-TEX®
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Ortho Mattress brand.
Innerspring (pocketed coils, offset coil systems)
No
• Wool
Oso
• Quality and Performance Mark by Intertek
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Oso mattress brand.
Hybrid (Talalay latex, polyfoam, DreamCell™ latex foam springs)
No
• Wool
• Plant-based fibers
Pacific Mattress
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
No, there was no mention of a recall for Pacific Mattress.
Hybrid (foam and latex)
No
• CertiPUR-US certified foam
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified latex
Panda
• CertiPUR-US®
• OEKO-TEX®
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Panda mattress brand.
Hybrid (bamboo-infused foam, OrthoAlign foam, seven-zoned coils)
No
• Boric acid
• Decabromodiphenyl ether (Deca)
• Melamine
• Fiberglass
Plank
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• Bluesign
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
• Cradle to Cradle Certified
• Fair Trade Certified
• Global Recycled Standard
• Organic Content Standard
• Recycled Claim Standard
• Responsible Down Standard
• Responsible Wool Standard
No, there is no indication of a recall for the Plank mattress brand based on the given content.
Memory foam (flippable, dual firmness)
Unsure
• Organic wool
Plushbeds
• GreenGuard Gold
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)
No, there was no mention of a recall for Plushbeds mattresses.
Latex (natural Talalay and Dunlop)
No
• Wool
Pranasleep
• GOTS Certified 100% Lofted Organic Wool
• Standard 100
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no mention of a recall for Pranasleep mattresses.
Hybrid (Talalay latex and pocketed coils)
No
• Organic cotton
• Wool
Propel
• Upcycle™ technology
• CopperGel™
• TitanCool™
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Propel mattress brand.
• Hybrid (flippable, copper-infused foam, pocketed coils, cooling technology)Wool
Yes
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
• Boric acid
• Decabromodiphenyl ether (Deca)
• Melamine
• Fiberglass
• Wool
Puffy
• Woo
• CertiPUR-US®
• Oeko-Tex® Standard 100l
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Puffy mattress brand.
Hybrid (memory foam layers with innerspring coil base)
Yes
• Silica
• Rayon
• Fiberglass
Puffy Royal
• Oeko-Tex® Standard 100
• CertiPUR-US®
• American Chiropractic Association
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Puffy Royal mattress brand.
Hybrid (memory foam and pocketed coils)
Yes
• Viscose fiber
• Wool layers
Pure Talalay Bliss
• Oeko-Tex Class
• Oeko-Tex
No, there was no recall for the Pure Talalay Bliss mattress brand.• Wool
Latex (100% natural Talalay)
No
• Pure Joma New Zealand wool
• Silica/plant fiber barriers
Purple
• CertiPUR-US
• Greenguard Gold
No, there was no mention of a recall for Purple mattresses.
Hybrid (GelFlex Grid, polyfoam, pocketed coils)
Unsure
• Non-toxic knit barrier
Qomfort
• CertiPUR-US
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• GreenGuard
• GreenGuard Gold
• GOTS
• GOLS
• Responsible Wool Standard
• Cradle to Cradle
• Fair Trade USA
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Qomfort mattress brand.
Hybrid (gel-infused foam, air chambers)
No
• Brominated flame retardants
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
• Tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA)
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
• Natural thistle
• Rayon
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
Real Bed
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• CertiPUR-US
No, there is no mention of any recall for Real Bed mattresses in the given content.
Hybrid (natural latex, wool, pocketed coils)
No
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
•Tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA)
• Wool
• Natural thistle
• Rayon
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
Resident
• CertiPUR-US
No, there is no mention of any recalls for the Rivet mattress brand.
Hybrid (memory foam and innerspring)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Rest
• ISO certification
• BIS India certification
• LGA Certification
• Indian Doctors Association certification
• Euro Latex ECO-Standard certification
• NABL certification
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Rest mattress brand.
Latex (synthetic, 7-zone core, pillow layer, foam quilted)
Unsure
• Organic wool batting
• Woven organic cotton mattress casings
Restonic
• CertiPUR-US
• Consumers Digest Best Buy Award
• Women's Choice Award
No, there was no mention of a recall for Restonic mattresses.
Hybrid (innerspring with memory foam and latex foam layers)
No
• Wool
Reverie
• Intertek Quality and Performance Mark
• CertiPur-US
• Oeko Tex Standard 100
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Reverie mattress brand.
Hybrid (DreamCell foam springs, multiple foam layers)
No
• Mesh material
Rivet
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Rivet mattress brand.
Memory foam (LURAcor and high-density polyfoam hybrid)
No
• Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs)
•Tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA)
• Brominated flame retardants
• Wool
• Natural thistle
• Rayon
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
Rize
• CertiPUR-US
• American Chiropractic Association
• GOTS-Certified Organic
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Rize mattress brand.
Hybrid (firm, combines coils and foam)
Unsure
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Saatva
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX
• GreenGuard Gold
• GOTS
• GOLS
• Cradle to Cradle
• Fair Trade
• MADE SAFE
• FSC
• Rainforest Alliance
• Certified B Corporation
• 1% For the Planet
No, there has not been a recall for Saatva mattresses.
Hybrid (dual-coil system, recycled steel)
No
• Natural, plant-based thistle flame retardant made of wood pulp bonded with a small amount of polyester.
• 100% GOTS-certified organic New Zealand wool.
• Blend of natural, plant-based thistle flame retardant and 100% GOTS-certified organic New Zealand wool.
• Paladin (flame-retardant rayon fibers blended with polyester fibers).
Saatva HD
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
No, there is no information provided about the Saatva HD mattress brand being recalled.
Hybrid (coil-on-coil, latex, polyfoam)
No
• Natural thistle
• Wood pulp
• Polyester
Sapira
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of any recall for the Sapira mattress brand.
Hybrid (pocketed coils, cooling gel-infused memory foam)
No
• Proprietary blend of fibers
• Inherently fire retardant fabric
Savvy Rest
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
•GREENGUARD GOLD Certification
• Eco Institut certification
• Cradle-to-Cradle GOLD certification
No, there was no mention of any recalls for the Savvy Rest mattress brand.
Latex (customizable Dunlop and Talalay layers)
No
• Organic wool batting
• Woven organic cotton casings
Sealy Posturepedic
• Certi-PUR US-certified
•GREENGUARD Gold Certified
Yes, there was a recall of Sealy Posturepedic mattresses for failing to meet mandatory federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard.
Hybrid (gel-infused memory foam and coils)
No
• Non-toxic materials (for the fire sock)
• Wool (for the Sealy Naturals line)
• Glass fiber (encased in a protective sheath)
Sealy Posturepedic Plus
• Certi-PUR US
• SealyChill
Yes, there was a recall of certain Serta Posturepedic Plus and Serta Perfect Sleeper mattresses due to failing to meet mandatory federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard.
Innerspring (hybrid elements)
Unsure
• Non-toxic fire sock
• Glass fiber
Serta
• CertiPUR-US
Yes, Serta mattresses have been recalled due to a potential burn hazard from the foot warmer component overheating.
Hybrid (coil and foam technologies)
No
• Cotton
• Other cellulosic renewable fibers
Serta iComfort
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Memory foam (with latex and hybrid options)
Unsure
• Natural fibers
• Synthetic fibers
• Cotton
• Other cellulosic renewable fibers
Serta Perfect Sleeper
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Serta Perfect Sleeper mattress.
Hybrid (pocketed coils, gel memory foam)
No
• Natural fibers
• Synthetic fibers
Shifman Mattress
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• International Down and Feather Bureau
No, there was no recall mentioned for Shifman Mattress brand.
Innerspring (handcrafted, two-sided)
No
• Polyester
• Visil (cellulose fiber made from wood pulp)
Siena Sleep
• CertiPUR-US® Certified
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Siena Sleep mattress brand.
Memory foam (value all-foam, firm with cushy layer)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Signature Sleep
• CertiPUR-US®
• OEKO-TEX®
• GreenGuard Gold
Yes, there was a recall of Signature Sleep mattresses due to failure to meet federal flammability standards.
Memory foam (varieties include hybrid and innerspring)
Yes
• Polyester
• Foam materials
• Acrylic fiber thread fire retardant knit fabric barrier
Sleep EZ
• GOLS Certified Dunlop
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• Eco-INSTITUT
No, there was no mention of a recall for Sleep EZ mattresses.
Latex (100% natural Talalay or Dunlop, customizable firmness and height)
No
• Organic cotton
• Natural wool
Sleep Innovations
• CertiPUR-US
No, there is no information provided about any recall related to Sleep Innovations mattresses.
Memory foam (multi-layer with cooling gel and air channel foam)
Yes
• Fiberglass
Sleep Number
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
No, there is no indication that Sleep Number mattresses were ever recalled.
Air mattress (adjustable air chambers)
Yes
• Fire retardant spray
• Fire sock barrier
Sleep On Latex
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• Greenguard Gold
• Fair For Life Fair Trade
No, there was no recall mentioned for Sleep On Latex mattresses.
Latex (Dunlop latex)
No
• Organic cotton
• Natural wool
Sleepmaker
• Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA)
• TENCEL
• SEAQUAL
• GECA-approved products
• Natural latex
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Sleepmaker mattress brand.
Innerspring (hybrid options available)
Unsure
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
Sleepyhead
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
• CertiPUR-US
Yes
The search results do not specify any flame or fire retardant materials used in Sleepyhead mattress toppers.
Snuggle-Pedic
• MADE IN USA CERTIFIED
• Eco-Friendly Biogreen Certified
• CertiPUR-US Certified Foam
No
• No specific fire retardant materials identified
Solaire
• CertiPUR-US
• Eco-Institut
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Class 1
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Solaire mattress brand.
Hybrid (adjustable air bed with foam and latex layers)
No
• Flame-retardant rayon fibers
• Polyester fibers
Solay Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of any recall for Solay Sleep mattresses.
Hybrid (foam layers and pocketed coils)
No
• Wool
Spindle
• GOTS Certified Organic Cotton
• GOLS Certified Organic Latex
• Oeko-Tex Certified Organic Wool
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Spindle mattress brand.
Latex (100% natural, adjustable firmness)
No
• Organic Latex
• Organic Cotton
• Organic Wool
Spring Air
• Women's Choice Award
• CertiPUR-US® Certified
No, there was no recall mentioned for Spring Air mattresses.
Hybrid (pocketed coils, gel memory foam, latex)
Unsure
• Phosphorus-based inorganic salt flame retardants (on the zipper and/or stitchboard)
Stearns and Foster
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for Stearns & Foster mattresses.
Innerspring (IntelliCoil coil-within-coil design)
No
• Core-spun glass fibers (fiberglass)
• CertiPUR-US certified foams (excludes certain chemicals like PBDEs, TDCPP or TCEP but not a material itself)
• FlameGuard fire protection system (details unspecified)
Sunrising Bedding
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Hybrid (Latex, Gel Memory Foam, Pocket Coils)
No
• Rayon (for the fire-proof layer)
Sweetnight
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Sweetnight mattress brand.
Hybrid (gel memory foam and innerspring coils)
Unsure
• Fire-resistant cotton
• Fire-resistant materials incorporated into the foam layers
Swiss Ortho Sleep
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Swiss Ortho Sleep mattress brand.
Innerspring (pocketed coil)
Unsure
• Brominated flame retardants
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
•Tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA)
• Wool
• Natural thistle
• Rayon
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
Talalay Global
• Oeko-Tex Certification
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) Certification
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• Cradle-to-Cradle Gold Certification
No, there was no mention of a recall for Talalay Global mattresses.
Latex (Talalay latex, blend of natural and synthetic)
Unsure
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Tanda
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Tanda mattress brand.
Memory foam (cooling technologies, medium-firm)
Unsure
• Phosphorus-based inorganic salt
Tempur-Pedic
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no mention of a recall for Tempur-Pedic mattresses.
Memory foam (high-density, conforming)
Yes
• Fiberglass
Therapedic
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100, Class 1
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for Therapedic mattresses.
Innerspring (traditional with heavy-duty components)
No
• Silica core
• Polyester outer wrap
• Acrylic outer wrap
• Nylon outer wrap
• Rayon outer wrap
Tochta
• CertiPUR-US
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• GreenGuard
• GreenGuard Gold
• GOTS
• GOLS
• Responsible Wool Standard
• Cradle to Cradle
• Fair Trade USA
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Tochta mattress brand.
Memory foam (Gel Visco, all-foam design)
Unsure
• Inherently fire retardant fabric barrier
Tomorrow Sleep
• CertiPUR-US
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Class 1
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Tomorrow Sleep mattress brand.
Hybrid (gel memory foam and pocketed coils)
No
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Tuft and Needle Mint
• CertiPUR-US®
•GREENGUARD GOLD
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Tuft & Needle Mint mattress.
Memory foam (T&N Adaptive® Foam, open-cell)
No
• Knit polyester-cotton blend
• Food-grade salt
Tulo
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Tulo mattress brand.
Memory foam (lavender-infused, green tea-infused)
Unsure
• Fiberglass fire sock
Turmerry
• Oeko-Tex
• FSC
• eco-INSTITUT
• LGA
No recall mentioned.
Hybrid (Talalay latex and pocketed coil)
No
• Natural New Zealand wool
• Organic cotton
• GOLS-certified organic latex foam
Vaya
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Vaya mattress brand.
Memory foam (proprietary VayaFoam, polyurethane)
No
• Cotton fire retardant layer
Vibe
• CertiPUR-US
Yes, the Vibe mattress brand has been recalled due to the risk of injury from the beds breaking, sagging, or collapsing during use.
Memory foam (gel-infused, all-foam)
Yes
• Fiberglass
Vispring
• Platinum Certified British fleece wool
• Platinum-Certified Shetland Wool
No, there was no mention of a recall for Vispring mattresses.
Innerspring (pocketed coils, vanadium steel)
No
• M-Pure
Wayfair Sleep
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Wayfair Sleep mattress brand.
Innerspring (Firm, 12-inch)
Yes
• Cotton-based fire retardant
Wellsville
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Wellsville mattress brand.
Hybrid (gel-infused memory foam and innerspring coils)
No
• Fiberglass
Winkbeds
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for Winkbeds mattresses.
Hybrid (innerspring with foam layers, zoned pocketed coils, plush pillow top)
No
• Cotton
• Wood-pulp derived rayon
Wolf
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Hybrid (gel memory foam, pocketed coils)
No
• Wool
• Unspecified chemical flame retardants
Wright
• CertiPUR-US
• GreenGuard Gold
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• Cradle to Cradle Certified
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• Rainforest Alliance Certified
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) Certified
• Fairtrade Certified
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Wright mattress brand.
Memory foam (ultra-breathable, moisture-wicking)
Unsure
• Polyester/Rayon Blend Sock
Yaasa
• CertiPUR-US
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Yaasa mattress brand.
Hybrid (foam and pocketed coils, available in soft and firm options)
No
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
• Tris(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate (TDCPP)
• Wool
• Natural thistle
• Rayon
• Natural latex
• Organic cotton
Yogabed
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned for the Yogabed mattress brand.
Memory foam (Instant Response YogaFoam, buoyant and breathable)
No
• Wool
Zenhaven
• GOTS® (Global Organic Textile Standard)
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard)
• eco-INSTITUT®
•GREENGUARD® Gold
Yes, there was a recall for certain Zinus mattress models due to a potential injury hazard caused by the lack of reinforcing brackets, which could lead to the frames collapsing.
Latex (flippable, dual firmness, natural Dunlop)
No
• Organic New Zealand wool
• Botanical treatment called Guardin
Zinus
• CertiPUR-US®
No, there was no mention of a recall for Zinus mattresses in the provided content.
Memory foam (Green Tea, Cooling Gel)
Yes
• Fiberglass
Zoma
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Zoma mattress brand.
Hybrid (zoned support, gel memory foam, pocketed coils)
No
• Silica
Zonkd
• CertiPUR-US
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• GreenGuard
• GreenGuard Gold
• GOTS
• GOLS
• Responsible Wool Standard
• Cradle to Cradle
• Fair Trade USA
No, there was no mention of a recall for the Zonkd mattress brand.
Hybrid (memory foam, Talalay latex, copper-infused)
No
• Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs)
• Tris (1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate (TDCPP)
• Wool
• Cellulose fiber
Zotto
• CertiPUR-US
No, there was no recall mentioned.
Hybrid (memory foam and cooling foams)
No
• Inherent fire resistant rayon fabric
• Silica core
• Phosphorus-based inorganic salt (for the zipper area)
Zuzu
• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
• Eco-Institut
• Rainforest Alliance
• Okeo-Tex
Unsure
The provided content does not list any flame or fire retardant materials used in Zuzu mattresses.
Pros
Pros
Pros
Pros
Pros
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What Are The Chances Of Catching Bed Bugs By Hugging A Friend With An Infestation?

The chances of catching bed bugs from hugging a friend with an infestation are extremely low. Bed bugs do not live on people; they inhabit furniture, bedding, and crevices near sleeping areas. For a bed bug to transfer during a hug, it must crawl onto the person's clothing from furniture or bedding right before the hug occurs.

A longer, tighter hug increases the slim chances of a bug crawling onto clothing and then onto the other person. However, brief hugs pose very low risk due to the short duration of contact. Additionally, bed bugs cannot jump or fly, so they are unlikely to transfer during a hug as they crawl slowly compared to the speed of a typical hug.

Clothing choice also affects the risk of catching bed bugs during a hug. Bugs could more easily crawl onto loose or rough fabrics, providing more opportunity for attachment. In contrast, smooth, tight clothing offers less opportunity for bed bugs to latch on.

It's essential to understand that the risk of catching bed bugs from a hug is extremely low compared to other transmission methods. These include using infested furniture, traveling with luggage, riding public transit, and staying in hotels. These activities enable extended contact with potential bed bug habitats, increasing the risk of infestation.

While it's not impossible to catch bed bugs from a hug, the chances are very unlikely. Other activities pose much higher risks for bed bug transmission. To be extra cautious, consider quickly changing and laundering clothing after prolonged contact with someone who has an infestation. Additionally, thoroughly inspecting beds when traveling is wise to prevent unintentional bed bug encounters.

A rotated mattress, much like rotated tires, typically wears more evenly and reduces indentions or support issues.

Is It Possible To Get Bed Bugs From Briefly Hugging Someone Who Has Them?

If you find bed bugs in your hotel room in Anaheim, act quickly. Alert the staff immediately so they can respond promptly and prevent further spread. When the staff inspects the room, they may identify the source of the infestation and help resolve the issue. By allowing them to move you to a safer room while exterminators treat the area, you're not only protecting yourself but also minimizing the disruption for other guests.

Documenting evidence is crucial. Take pictures of any bed bug bites you may have as proof of the impact on you during your stay. When leaving the hotel, inspect your luggage thoroughly to ensure no hitchhikers have stowed away.

Upon returning home, it's essential to safeguard yourself and your belongings. Isolate your luggage and launder all clothes in extremely hot water and dry them in the dryer to remove any unwanted passengers. If you experience concerning reactions on your skin, seek medical attention to ensure your well-being remains unaffected.

Remember to work respectfully with the hotel staff, as they are there to help you. By revealing the reality of the situation, they can address it quickly and protect others staying or visiting Anaheim's hotels now and in the future.

Is It Possible For Bed Bugs To Transfer From One Person To Another During A Quick Embrace?

Yes, it is theoretically possible for bed bugs to transfer from one person to another during a quick embrace, but the likelihood is quite low. Bed bugs do not live on people, but they can cling to clothing and possessions. For bed bugs to transfer during an embrace, they would have to crawl onto the other person's clothing.

However, the chances of bed bugs transferring during a brief hug are low. Bed bugs are more likely to spread through infested items and furniture, such as mattresses, couches, luggage, and backpacks. A pregnant female bed bug could theoretically deposit eggs on clothing that could then be passed to another person, although this is unlikely.

To minimize the risk of bed bug transfer, it is advised to avoid embracing, sitting, or lying down if someone has an active infestation. Laundering clothing after exposure to infested environments or items can help reduce the risk of bed bug transfer. Thoroughly inspecting and treating secondhand furniture and items before bringing them home can also help prevent bed bug infestation.

While there is a minimal chance of bed bugs spreading from person to person through contact like a quick embrace, the greater risk comes from shared infested items and furniture. By being aware of the potential for bed bug infestations and taking preventative measures, you can reduce the likelihood of encountering these pests and protect yourself and your belongings from an infestation.

Is A Brief Hug Enough For Bed Bugs To Spread From An Infested Person To Me?

The answer is no, but let's understand why.

Bed bugs prefer to live in furniture, bedding, and other similar areas rather than directly on people. They only come onto humans briefly to feed. For bed bugs to transfer during a hug, they would have to be on the outer surface of the infested person's clothing at the exact moment of embrace. The likelihood of this occurring during a brief hug is low.

However, if the infested individual had bugs deeper in garment folds and seams, a prolonged tight hug could potentially cause them to dislodge and transfer. Bed bug nymphs are more active and mobile than adults, so a lingering hug with someone carrying nymphs would pose a slightly higher risk than with only dormant adults.

It's also essential to consider the feeding status of the bed bugs. Blood-fed bed bugs are less likely to abandon their harborage than hungry ones actively seeking a host. Well-fed bugs pose less risk of hitchhiking onto others.

In general, the chances of bed bugs spreading from one person to another during a brief hug are very low. Prolonged contact, heavily infested clothing, active nymphs, and hungry bugs increase the odds. However, typically, bed bugs spread through contact with infested areas and items rather than direct person-to-person contact.

To protect yourself from bed bugs, it's crucial to take precautions like careful inspection and laundering after visiting infested places. While avoiding human contact may seem like a logical step, it's not necessary. A brief hug poses minimal risk, but always be cautious in situations where bed bugs may be present.

If Someone Has Bed Bugs At Home, Will Hugging Them Cause Me To Get Bed Bugs Too?

If you're worried about getting bed bugs from hugging someone, don't panic. These pests don't live on people; they prefer hiding in furniture and bedding. They mainly spread by crawling onto bags, clothing, and other personal items that are then carried from one place to another.

Although hugging a person with bed bugs isn't likely to give you an infestation, it's crucial to be cautious when dealing with used furniture, mattresses, or textiles. Inspect these items thoroughly before bringing them into your home to avoid accidentally introducing bed bugs.

When traveling, especially internationally, bed bugs have become more widespread by hiding in luggage and spreading to various lodgings worldwide. To prevent transmission, keep your luggage off floors and beds while staying in hotels, and store it in bathrooms or on luggage racks. Inspect mattresses and furniture before unpacking, and always wash your clothes in hot water and vacuum your suitcase after returning home.

In conclusion, while person-to-person contact is less likely for bed bug transmission compared to hitchhiking on personal belongings, you can still take precautions to protect yourself and your home. By carefully inspecting personal items and secondhand objects before transporting them, you'll significantly reduce the risk of introducing bed bugs into your living space.

How Likely Is It That I Could Pick Up Bed Bugs From Hugging A Family Member With An Infestation?

The likelihood of picking up bed bugs from a brief hug is quite low, but there are factors that can increase the risk.

Bed bugs prefer to remain hidden in cracks, crevices, and fabric folds, and they don't like moving across open spaces or onto human skin. However, prolonged, close physical contact increases the small risk of picking up bed bugs.

The likelihood of transferring bed bugs through a hug depends on several factors. The length of the hug, the level of infestation, the location of the bugs on outer clothing, the life stage of the bugs, and the time since feeding all play a role in the risk of transmission. Bed bugs in active feeding mode may be more likely to crawl onto hosts, but even then, the chances are still relatively low.

To minimize the risk of picking up bed bugs from a hug, avoid extended contact with infested individuals. If you must hug someone with an infestation, try to keep the contact brief and superficial. Wearing minimal clothing and avoiding outer layers when visiting infested areas can also help reduce the risk of transfer.

After exposure to an infested area, it's essential to wash and hot dry your clothing immediately to kill any potential bed bugs. Inspect and treat your luggage thoroughly after traveling to infested places, and consider seeking professional pest control if you suspect an infestation in your home.

Can I Get Bed Bugs If I Briefly Hug A Friend Who Has Them In Their House?

The possibility of getting bed bugs from a brief hug with someone who has an infestation is highly unlikely. Bed bugs do not live on people; instead, they prefer to hide in furniture, bedding, and belongings. These pests primarily spread through infested items, luggage, and shared sleeping areas.

While it is technically possible for bed bugs to crawl onto clothing during an embrace, the chances are low. For a successful transfer, a bed bug would need to be on the outer surface of clothing and crawl onto the other person within seconds. This situation is not common, and brief contact like a hug does not allow much time for bed bugs to transfer hosts.

However, prolonged, close physical contact increases the small risk of bed bug transmission. More likely ways to get bed bugs include:

  • Sleeping in an infested bed or hotel room
  • Sharing an apartment with an infestation
  • Bringing infested furniture or used items into your home
  • Placing clothing or bags on infested surfaces like beds or couches
  • Living in an adjacent apartment to an infestation
  • Visiting an infested person's home frequently

To prevent getting bed bugs, follow these precautions:

  • Inspect for signs of bed bugs when staying overnight away from home
  • Thoroughly check secondhand furniture before bringing it into your home
  • Isolate and inspect belongings after visiting an infested area
  • Address clutter and cracks in your home that allow bed bugs to spread and hide

Remember, the chances of getting bed bugs from briefly hugging someone are extremely low. However, be vigilant when staying or purchasing items from potentially infested places. Focus your prevention efforts on higher-risk areas of exposure to avoid bringing bed bugs home.

How Long Should I Leave The Baking Soda On The Mattress Before Vacuuming It Up?

To effectively eliminate fleas and other unwanted odors from your mattress, it's crucial to leave the baking soda on for an adequate amount of time. Ideally, you should let the baking soda sit on the mattress for at least 24 hours. This length of time allows the baking soda to absorb and neutralize odors, moisture, and dirt, ensuring a deep clean for your mattress.

When considering the effectiveness of baking soda in eliminating fleas and other pests, several factors come into play. The severity of the odor or infestation, the type of mattress, the amount of baking soda used, and the room temperature can all impact the outcome. For minor odors or light infestations, leaving the baking soda on the mattress for at least half an hour may suffice. However, for a more thorough clean or in cases of heavily soiled or odorous mattresses, it's best to leave the baking soda for the full 24 hours.

It's essential to note that while baking soda is an effective odor absorber and moisture neutralizer, it may not completely eliminate germs and dirt. For a more comprehensive clean, consider using a hospital-grade disinfectant or enlisting the help of a professional cleaning service.

To sum up, for the best possible results when using baking soda to clean your mattress and eliminate fleas, leave the baking soda on the mattress for at least 24 hours. This will allow the baking soda to effectively absorb and neutralize odors, moisture, and dirt, resulting in a fresher, cleaner sleeping environment.

Can Bending A Pocket Sprung Mattress Damage The Springs Inside?

No, you should not bend a pocket sprung mattress as it can potentially damage the individual pocket springs, compromise the support and comfort it provides, and even void the warranty. These mattresses are constructed with individual spring coils connected with thin wires and encased in fabric and padding, making them inflexible.

Bending a pocket sprung mattress could result in damage that leaves it unusable and could void the warranty. The springs in a pocket sprung mattress are designed to provide support and absorb pressure, so bending the mattress could result in a loss of support and potential discomfort during sleep.

To avoid damaging your pocket sprung mattress, it is best to move it with the assistance of another person and avoid bending it. When maneuvering the mattress through hallways and doorways, it is recommended to do so at an angle to minimize stress on it. If you need to bend your mattress for storage or transport, it's best to follow the manufacturer's instructions and use caution. Avoid folding or creasing the mattress as this can damage the springs and affect its overall support and comfort.

Regularly rotating and flipping the mattress will help distribute wear evenly and prevent sagging or indentations from forming over time. If you require more flexibility from your mattress, consider replacing it with one that has adjustable capabilities or a memory foam mattress instead. Remember, the key to maintaining the longevity and comfort of your pocket sprung mattress is to handle it with care and avoid bending or folding it at all costs.

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