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Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress

$1,374.98$1,688.48

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Experience handcrafted luxury with the Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress. This latex-free and chemical-free horse hair mattress features a core of 733 micro coils, enveloped by layers of pure virgin wool, OEKO-TEX certified horse hair, and cashmere. Offering exceptional comfort and support, it’s suitable for use on both convertible frames and platform beds.

Pricing Chart

Calif-king$1,688.48
King$1,688.48
Queen$1,567.48
Full$1,539.98
Twin$1,374.98

Description

The Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress is a premium, 100% chemical-free sleep solution designed for those who value natural materials and exceptional craftsmanship. Handcrafted with care, this medium-firm mattress combines breathable comfort and reliable support, making it perfect for everyday use on a platform bed or convertible frame.

At the core, 733 individually wrapped micro coils provide consistent, pressure-relieving support while minimizing motion transfer, making it ideal for couples or restless sleepers. Surrounding the core, layers of OEKO-TEX certified horsehair, pure virgin wool, and soft cashmere deliver a unique balance of responsiveness and plush comfort. These natural fibers not only cradle your body but also help regulate temperature, keeping you cool in summer and warm in winter. With over 60 machine tufts, the interior materials stay firmly in place, ensuring long-term durability without shifting or bunching. Additionally, this horse hair mattress is built to be hypoallergenic, dust mite and mildew resistant, and completely free of petrochemicals and flame retardants.

Wrapped in a GOTS-certified organic cotton case, each mattress is meticulously hand-stitched and custom assembled in The Futon Shop’s San Francisco workshop. With no off-gassing and a 10–15 year life expectancy, the Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress is a sustainable investment in cleaner, healthier sleep.

 

Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress Features

  • 100% chemical-free and non-toxic
  • Medium-firm comfort and support
  • 733 micro coil innerspring core
  • Layers of OEKO-TEX certified horsehair, virgin wool, and cashmere
  • Naturally antimicrobial and dust mite resistant
  • 60+ machine tufts to prevent material shifting
  • GOTS-certified organic cotton cover
  • Breathable, year-round temperature control
  • Designed for platform beds or convertible frames
  • 10–15 year expected lifespan

Horse Hair Mattress FAQs

A horse hair mattress is a natural, handcrafted mattress that uses carefully cleaned and conditioned horse hair as one of its primary comfort and support layers. In the case of the Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress, this natural horse hair is combined with 733 individually wrapped micro coils, pure virgin wool, cashmere, and a GOTS‑certified organic cotton cover to create a medium‑firm sleep surface designed for all‑night comfort.

What sets a horse hair mattress apart is the unique structure of the horse hair fibers themselves. They are naturally breathable, moisture‑wicking, and resilient, which helps regulate temperature and promote airflow throughout the night. This makes horse hair mattresses feel cooler and more supportive than many synthetic alternatives, and it’s why they have been admired for generations as a premium sleep option.

Horse hair mattresses are crafted through a meticulous, centuries-old process that begins with thoroughly cleaning and steam-sterilizing raw horse hair at high temperatures to ensure it is hypoallergenic and hygienic. To create its signature resilience, the hair is spun into tight ropes and heat-set, which gives each strand a permanent “memory” and a spring-like curl. These fibers act as millions of microscopic springs that are then hand-teased into uniform layers.

In the Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress, horse hair is layered alongside other luxury materials like organic wool and cashmere, and then hand-tufts secure the fillings without the use of toxic glues or adhesives. The horse hair used in this mattress is a sustainable byproduct, carefully collected and upcycled to ensure no part of this incredible natural resource is wasted. This fiber is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified, guaranteeing it is sourced and processed entirely without harmful chemicals.

Choosing a horse hair mattress is an investment in time-tested comfort. By combining heritage craftsmanship with one of nature’s most resilient fibers, this mattress offers a level of performance that synthetic materials simply cannot replicate.

  • Unrivaled Climate Control: Each strand of horse hair is hollow, acting like a natural micro-ventilation system. It instantly wicks away moisture and heat, ensuring you stay cool in the summer and dry in the winter.
  • Decades of Resilient Support: Unlike foam that loses its “loft” and sags over time, horse hair is curled into millions of tiny, natural springs. This gives the mattress a permanent memory that maintains its supportive shape for 10 to 15 years.
  • Hypoallergenic & Hygienic: The horse hair in this mattress is steam-purified and OEKO-TEX certified, making it naturally resistant to dust mites, mold, and bacteria. It provides a clean, breathable sleep surface for those with sensitive allergies.
  • No Synthetic Off-Gassing: While many modern mattresses use chemical adhesives and fire retardants, the Triple Crown is hand-tufted using only natural materials like wool and cotton. This means you can sleep soundly without breathing in volatile organic compounds (VOCs).Truly Sustainable Luxury: Horse hair is a sustainable, upcycled byproduct that is entirely biodegradable. By choosing a mattress made from renewable fibers rather than petroleum-based plastics, you are making a choice that is as gentle on the planet as it is on your body.

For most allergy sufferers, a horse hair mattress is an excellent choice because it addresses the primary triggers found in traditional bedding: moisture and dust mites. The Triple Crown mattress is naturally hypoallergenic because horse hair is non-absorbent and highly breathable; it doesn’t trap the sweat and humidity that allow mold, mildew, and dust mite colonies to thrive. Furthermore, because the horse hair is steam-purified and OEKO-TEX certified, it is stripped of the proteins and dander that might otherwise cause irritation. However, while it is a significant upgrade for those with chemical sensitivities or standard dust allergies, individuals with a specific, severe biological allergy to horses should consult with a professional before choosing an animal-fiber mattress.
Horse hair mattresses are renowned for being one of the coolest sleep surfaces available, specifically because horse hair is naturally hollow. Each individual fiber acts as a microscopic ventilation tube, allowing air to circulate freely through the mattress layers rather than trapping it against your body. This “built-in air conditioning” effectively dissipates body heat and wicks away moisture, preventing the “swampy” or overheated feeling often associated with synthetic foam beds. In the Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress, this cooling effect is further enhanced by layers of organic wool, which helps regulate your microclimate to keep you at a steady, comfortable temperature regardless of the season.
While the initial investment in a horse hair mattress is higher than a standard bed, it is a superior value when measured by the quality of sleep and the purity of the materials. Most conventional mattresses rely on petroleum-based foams that trap heat and degrade quickly. The premium fibers in the Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress are significantly more resilient than synthetic alternatives. This allows the mattress to maintain its supportive feel and loft far longer than a standard foam bed, with an expected lifespan of 10 to 15 years. By choosing the Triple Crown, you are investing in a sustainable, high-performance sleep system designed to provide consistent, chemical-free comfort for over a decade.
To keep your Triple Crown Horse Hair Mattress in peak condition for its full lifespan, we recommend following these simple maintenance steps:

  • Rotate: Turn the mattress 180° every three months to ensure the natural fibers settle evenly.
  • Protect: Use a breathable, organic mattress protector; avoid plastic liners that block airflow.
  • Spot Clean: Blot spills immediately with a dry cloth. Use a mild, natural detergent only when necessary.
  • Ventilate: Occasionally “air out” the mattress without sheets to let the horse hair release moisture.

Because the Triple Crown is handcrafted with organic wool and horse hair, it is important to avoid soaking the material or using a steam cleaner. Excess moisture can become trapped in the dense, natural fibers, potentially damaging the structure. By keeping the mattress dry and well-ventilated, you ensure a hygienic, supportive sleep surface for years to come.

Horse hair mattresses stand apart from modern synthetic beds by offering a “buoyant” support system rather than the sinking, “stuck” feeling of memory foam. While foam is an insulator that traps body heat, horse hair is naturally hollow and breathable, acting as a built-in ventilation system that keeps you significantly cooler. It offers deep contouring for side sleepers while ensuring you sleep on the mattress rather than sinking into it.

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