Sleep & Beyond FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions - page 5
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Our products are tested to be completely free of arsenic, lead, and VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds). All
these carcinogenic chemicals can be found in conventional bedding. Eventually, they can cause allergies,
asthma, even death, especially in young infants.
22. What are the differences between merino wool and other types of wool?
Merino wool is considered to be one of the finest, softest, and purest wool fibers available in the textile
market. The Merino sheep are bred predominantly for its prized wool while other types of sheep are bred
primarily for meat production.
Merino wool is also famous for being light in weight and moisture absorbent, offering astounding insulating
properties—a trait valued by hunters, boaters, lovers of the great outdoors, and the chronically chilly.
Garments made of merino wool are highly versatile and breathable.
23. How did Merino sheep develop in Kyrgyz Republic?
The Australian Merino Sheep were imported to cross-breed with Kyrgyz Merino Sheep few decades ago.
Today, our Merino breed produces one of the finest, softest and purest wool fibers available in the market.
24. What is mulesing and do you practice it?
Mulesing is a process of removing the tail of the sheep that is affected by fly strike. This practice is very
common in Australia and PETA (animal friendly organization) is now trying to stop that practice.
We do not perform mulesing. Our Merino sheep graze in pesticide and herbicide free lands of the
mountainous Kyrgyz Republic, where fly strike is not a concern due to more suitable weather conditions for
sheep to graze and breed.
25. Where does your organic fabric come from?
Our organic cotton is hand planted and handpicked in southern parts of India, using under Fair Trade
standards and practices.
26. What certifications do you have for organic cotton?
Our cotton is certified organic according to Global Organic Textile Standard by Control Union, one of the
oldest and most reputable certification agencies.
It is also OEKO-TEX 100 certified, which ensures that the cotton yarns used in production are safe for
children and free of harmful chemicals and substances.
27. What are the benefits of organic cotton?
Organic cotton provides all the quality and texture you’ve come to expect from cotton products.
Organic cotton feels good on your skin and great on your conscience.
Organic cotton represents a return to safe and sustainable practices.
It is grown with natural fertilizers and is free of toxic chemicals and less likely to cause allergies and asthma.
It is eco-friendly processed that does not compromise workers' health and helps reduce water and electric
use and toxic runoff, e.g. non-chlorine bleach, silicon-free softeners and low impact, azo-free dyes.
Organic cotton is not from Genetically Modified Cottonseed.
28. What is a genetically modified organism (GMO)?
GMOs result from merging the genetic makeup of two organisms to create a desired byproduct that could
otherwise not be found in nature. Using genetically modified seed is a common practice in conventional
farming. Studies have shown that GMOs pose significant environmental risks and cause some insects, which
feed on GM crops, to become resistant to pesticides.
29. What are the pesticides and herbicides?
Pesticide is a chemical substance or preparation for destroying plant, fungal, or animal pests.
Herbicide is a substance or preparation for killing plants, especially weeds.
30. What are the eco-concerns surrounding conventional cotton?
Bed linens are made mostly from cotton. A study by Cotton Inc., an industry trade association, found that 66
percent of consumers believe cotton is safe for the environment, yet cotton is far from an eco-friendly fiber.
Conventional cotton farming uses only about 3 percent of the farmland around the world, but consumes 25
percent of all chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Insects are quickly becoming resistant to recommended
rates of pesticide application, and ever-increasing amounts are needed to be effective.