Unlike many other premium quality natural materials, a horsehair mattress doesn’t absorb any water and is naturally durable.
Our horsehair mattresses will wick the moisture away from the bed. A mattress with other materials such as polyester, poly-cotton, rebound cotton and rebound wool will absorb it like a sponge. From a comfort perspective, our highest quality horsehair natural fibre mattresses are like nothing else you will find anywhere globally. They provide excellent support and comfort while regulating temperature.
Choosing a mattress that utilises horse hair will help create a micro-climate in your mattress. But getting this premium quality natural fibre to this point that it is ready to help make the ultimate night’s sleep starts long before your mattress is hand-delivered to your bedroom.
Horsehair and horsetail are alike in their makeup, but they should not be mistaken for the same product. Horsetail is a longer, more robust, springier and significantly more superior product, which is why it is much more expensive than horsehair.
Though horsehair has similar properties, horsetail does it better. At Winstons, we only use the finest UK-sourced horsetail, which comes in loose fibres that we carefully hand tease into your mattress instead of using cheaper rolled horsehair pads.
We first prepare the raw material into a rope to manufacture the highest quality horsehair mattress. The horsehair comes in hollow strands that are loose, long and thick fibres—the longer and thicker the raw material, the greater the quality.
First, the horsehair is cleaned and passed through an electromagnetic process to eliminate impurities. The horsehair is then manually fed through the hopper. The hopper allows a fixed amount of air to feed the fibres equally, where they begin to open up and form into a rope.
The second phase begins with us spinning the rope to achieve the maximum amount of twists and curls to give more spring to the horsehair and, ultimately, the mattress.
Finally, we must give the rope memory to keep these twists, curls and springs constant. To do this, we heat the rope to change the structure of the horsehair for it to retain its spring once we open it back up. It is now ready to be used in our horsehair mattresses.
A horsehair natural fibre mattress is very durable, with some traditional horsehair mattresses lasting up to 100 years. Our horsehair mattresses are combined with other natural materials, such as wool, cashmere, alpaca, silk and organic cotton, to give more comfort, support and durability. To prove the durability of our horsehair mattresses, we provide a 30-year guarantee.
We use a UK supplier of natural fibres with the highest humane standards and processing methods, which helps us ensure that our acquisition process of natural fibres is ethical and humane. Our horsehair is acquired at the end of life, so please be at peace of mind that the horses are categorically not farmed for the production of hair.
Spring
Each horsehair operates like a small spring, so imagine it as millions of extra micro springs added to your mattress. After being compressed, the horsehair returns to its original shape, so the mattress bounces back to its original form after you get out of bed.
Micro-climate system
Horsehair provides optimum ventilation. All these micro springs operate as hollow tubes that wick moisture away and let in the fresh air. As a result, horsehair allows you to sleep in a cool, dry and comfortable environment, which prevents the growth of fungi, bacteria and dust mites.
No temperature fluctuations
Our horsehair mattresses maintain an even temperature. As a result, your body’s excess heat and moisture are wicked away whilst you sleep. Horsehair gets rid of excessive sweat and chills. You, therefore, experience a night of deeper sleep and wake up feeling relaxed and well-rested.
Natural
We attach great value to the use of natural products. The process of washing and heating horsehair is completed without adding any chemical substances.
Horsehair mattress allergy
The horsehair in our mattresses is washed, heated, spun and free of allergens. Therefore, people who suffer from allergies can experience a mattress with horsehair. In addition, we have conducted extensive testing to ensure that people with allergies can have a great night’s sleep without any difficulties.
The three most reputable brands that provide horsehair mattresses are Winstons, the Great British mattress company, Hästens, a provider to the Swedish royal court and Vispring.
During the conversion process, horsehair is steamed at a remarkably high temperature, which removes the proteins and bacteria that cause allergic reactions. We have yet to find a customer who has had an allergic reaction to horsehair.
Horsehair mattresses will take your search for the absolute best mattress to new heights. The high-end natural fibres are breathable and temperature-regulating, which is why high-end mattress brands use them in high-spec and luxury models.
At Winstons Beds, we take the word luxury and high spec to a different level by using more natural fillings by GSM than any other retailer globally. As a result, we will not be beaten on spec, quality, service or price.
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