In this context, choosing healthy and eco-friendly furniture becomes essential. That’s where the OTTO bed base comes in, offering you a sustainable alternative! Follow along to discover not only how this bed base was created, but also why.
The Importance of a Good Mattress Base
The Problem with So-Called “Standard” Upholstered Box Springs
In the bedding market, most upholstered box springs are filled and covered with polyester. But what exactly is polyester? Well, it’s a synthetic material derived from petroleum that accounts for about 70% of the synthetic fibers available on the market. The problem with this material lies in its production: according to the WWF, it takes 1.5 kg of petroleum to produce 1 kg of polyester.
But that’s not all—polyester continues to pollute even long after it’s been manufactured. Throughout its lifespan, this material releases plastic microplastics, polluting the oceans, seas, and rivers with every wash; but above all, it pollutes by releasing VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) into your bedroom.
Next, we noticed a problem specific to box springs: slats covered in polyester. These slats don’t allow much airflow and can damage your mattress, affecting your nights and your sleep.
And that’s exactly the problem.The comfort of your mattress goes hand in hand with a suitable box spring. If the slats of your box spring are covered in polyester, they are—as you read above—less breathable. This affects the quality of your sleep, increasing feelings of heat and the presence of pests such as dust mites and other unpleasant creatures.
A solution that appeals to everyone
Faced with this concerning situation, we are taking the initiative to transform industry standards with a more environmentally friendly option: the Kipli Upholstered Bed Base. Our goal, therefore, was to design a bed that is:
- First and foremost, it's durable, so you can keep it for a long time.
- Next, we wanted it to be natural—that is, free of polyester or other chemical treatments.
- And finally, all these features come together in an elegant design, so you'll never get tired of it.
In keeping with this commitment to responsibility, it was unthinkable that our OTTO bed would be manufactured on the other side of the world, like the vast majority of beds. To ensure responsible manufacturing, it had to be crafted by skilled, fairly compensated workers located near us.
Our goal: to offer you a sustainable alternative with the OTTO bed frame
The Choice of Materials and Their Benefits
To achieve and bring to life this goal of eliminating polyester, we chose a cover made entirely of linen from Lemaitre Demeestere, one of France’s oldest weavers. These French weavers preserve and celebrate their ancestral craftsmanship to ensure their fabrics offer exceptional quality and durability.
Driven by a commitment to eco-friendly production, their fabrics are “Masters of Linen” certified, and their fibers come from northern France and Normandy to ensure local production. Linen is a durable, lightweight, and supple material that is easy to grow and requires very little water. Most importantly, it has no negative impact on your health or the surrounding biodiversity, and it undergoes no chemical treatment.
To create this cladding, we chose to build a structure using PEFC-certified French poplar —meaning the wood comes from sustainably managed forests. It is also CARB-certified and combined with solid beech slats. These solid woods are durable and safe for your health because they are not treated with chemicals or adhesives.
The design of this bed frame
The choice of these materials is also central to the essence of this upholstered bed, as we wanted to create the centerpiece of your bedroom through the elegance of linen and its timeless design.
This elegance had to be paired with unparalleled comfort, so we chose rigid, uncovered slats to provide you with optimal support throughout the night, enhance your bed’s breathability, and prevent the buildup of dust mites or the feeling of heat that wakes you up during the night.
Locally made
To create this piece, we turned to a workshop located in the Centre-Val de Loire region, which has been honing its craftsmanship for 200 years and embodies artisanal excellence. Our relationship with this family-owned business is built on our shared commitment to a sustainable approach to woodworking. They meticulously select their partners to ensure impeccable quality. Each creation is the result of a perfect harmony between tradition and innovation. And it’s for their talent and dedication that we love them 💚
Our customers' well-being: our top priority.
A customer experience you don't have every day.
Since our primary goal is to promote your well-being, it is essential for us to offer you bedding that is both healthy and comfortable, along with warranties and services designed to make your life easier. That’s why we offer a premium delivery service that includes carrying your bedding upstairs and setting it up in the room of your choice, on a date and within a 2-hour time slot that you’ve selected in advance.
Fair prices all year round.
In keeping with our philosophy of responsible and mindful consumption, we do not participate in sales, Black Friday, or major promotions. We are committed to maintaining a fair price for everyone, which means offering fair compensation that recognizes the work of the artisans who craft our mattresses. The quality of their craftsmanship deserves a price that cannot be diminished by constant discounts. By keeping prices stablethroughout the year, we can ensure a fair profit margin that aligns with our values.
Satisfied customers.
We’d like to conclude this article on a positive note by emphasizing how important it is to us to provide exemplary customer service. For us, that means making sure you’ve had a positive experience. Our company is constantly evolving, and feedback from our customers is essential for us to keep improving. So, if you’re stopping by, feel free to leave a comment or send us a message—we’ll always read your feedback carefully. And guess what? 35 of our customers have given our OTTO storage bed an average rating of 4.7 out of 5.