7 Nontoxic Floor Mattresses And Sleeping Mats (2026)
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Our editors have reviewed the best organic, non-toxic, and eco-friendly mattresses for a decade — these are our favorite options for floor mattresses.
A few months ago, I came across an Instagram post from Trinity Mouzon, the founder of Golde, about how she and her family sleep. They had recently replaced their conventional mattress with Japanese futons in order to sleep on the floor, in the same room — she, her husband, and their two young kids. While unconventional in the States, floor mattresses are common in cultures around the world. They’re most often associated with Japanese culture, and they’re also customary in parts of the Middle East, North Africa, and other Asian countries, too.
So why might someone switch from a conventional mattress to a futon on the floor? Read on as we dig into the perks, health benefits, and more associated with floor mattresses.
What are the benefits of floor mattresses?
Many of the floor mattresses in this guide are Japanese futons, specifically, also known as a shikibuton. To give you a bit of context, these futons are designed to go on top of tatami mats — thin, foldable mats traditionally made of dried rush grass that help your floor mattress get more airflow. The futons then go on top and are typically around three or four inches thick and made of all-natural materials like cotton or wool.
A shikibuton provides a range of benefits — it’ll help you save room in smaller spaces, since it’s designed to be rolled up every morning and rolled back out before bed each evening. They also help you be more intentional about bedtime and sleep (it’s harder to doom scroll or bed rot when you don’t have a headboard!).
Japanese futons have physical benefits, too. According to experts Healthline spoke with in this article, their firmer support can increase blood flow and help keep your spine better aligned, reducing back pain and aches. While a shikibuton might not be for everyone, depending on your body’s specific needs, studies have consistently shown that sleeping on a soft mattress isn’t always the best for you.
Why choose an organic mattress?
As always when we’re shopping for home goods, we look for companies that prioritize natural, sustainable materials. Mattresses are particularly prone to some not-so-great substances, like chemical flame retardants and other synthetic materials like polyurethane, PVC (vinyl), and synthetic latex. All the mattresses on the list below use natural materials rather than synthetics, such as cotton, natural latex, wool, and hemp, so you can sleep soundly without VOCs.
Our criteria:
Our editors have researched, corresponded with brands, and read thousands of customer reviews to select the best floor mattresses for your bedroom. We regularly update this piece with emerging favorites that meet the criteria below.
- ORGANIC & NONTOXIC | The brands on this list boast certifications like GOLS, ensuring they’re made from natural, organic materials like latex, wool, cotton, and/or down. All options on this list are free of harsh flame retardants and toxic chemicals.
- SUPPORTIVE | These mattresses are supportive and durable—not only will they last, but they’ll also help you get more restorative sleep. We’ve carefully chosen brands that are engineered for floor sleeping.
- AFFORDABLE | Mattresses are a big investment. We’ve selected options to suit any budget.
If you’re in the market for conventional mattresses, check out our full natural and organic mattresses. While you’re there, discover some of our favorite sustainable home goods brands, too.
1. Futon Tokyo
Best For | Shikibutons
Organic & Eco-Friendly Certifications | GOTS cotton,
Mattress Type | Japanese futon, floor cushions, etc.
Sizes Available | Sizes vary
Prices starting at | $115
FutonTokyo hand-makes a shikibuton of 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton for both the lining and cover, with real silk threading. (Pro tip: This is where Trinity Mouzon got hers!) We love how every item from this shop is handmade and made to order, making the experience truly customizable to fit you and your family’s needs. They also offer helpful information and diagrams for first-time futon sleepers so you can upgrade your bedding with ease. If you’re looking for a colorful option, be sure to check out the beautiful organic cotton patterned versions they offer!
Customer Review | “I feel I have upgraded to the best bed in my life. I actually enjoy setting up my sleeping space everynight.” – Daniel (Read more reviews.)
2. Handmade Futon Beds
Best For | Futons & floor cushions
Organic & Eco-Friendly Certifications |Unbleached cotton, hand-crafted
Mattress Type | Japanese futon, floor cushions, etc.
Sizes Available | Sizes vary
Prices starting at | $156
HandMadeFutonBeds crafts their shikibutons in Massachusetts with unbleached cotton covers and filling that is 90% cotton and 10% polyester for flame retardancy, using the same design they’ve used for the past 30 years. Inspired by both simplicity and comfort, each item is hand-tufted and made to order. We love their dedication to the craft and the use of traditional making practices. These futons conform to the shape of your body over time, making your sleep truly customizable to your needs and support areas.
Customer Review | “Very well made quality futon. I bought it for my daughter we’re transitioning to a real bed from a crib. She has slept through the night effortlessly on it” – Nick (Read more reviews.)
3. The Futon Shop
Best For | Shikibuton made of latex and/or wool
Organic & Eco-Friendly Certifications | Organic cotton, organic latex, natural wool
Mattress Type | Japanese futon
Sizes Available | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Full XL, Queen, King, Cal King
Prices starting at | $373
For almost half a century, The Futon Shop has crafted high quality organic furniture. Unsurprisingly, they offer a super wide range of futon mattresses, including Japanese futon mattresses with all the accouterments, including tatami mats and hemp or coconut coir bed rugs for increased air circulation. And their shikibuton mattresses come in all different material options, too. They do a traditional 100% cotton mattress in three- or five-inch thicknesses, but they also make versions with different combinations of latex and wool. Their wool and cotton mattress is great at regulating heat, while the addition of latex in their wool and latex mattress or their cotton and latex mattress adds an extra layer of comfort and support with all-natural dunlop latex. The brand makes plenty of other mattress types, too, including innerspring futon mattresses, all handcrafted in their California factory.
4. Airweave
Best For | Modern Japanese futon with science-backed materials
Organic & Eco-Friendly Certifications | Removable cotton outer
Mattress Type | Japanese futon
Sizes Available | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
Prices starting at | $2,595
Founded in 2007 by Motokuni Takaoka, Airweave has become a world-renowned mattress brand backed by plenty of sleep research and centered around their Airfiber® sleep technology which gives mattresses optimal airflow and support. Their firmest mattress option, the Airweave Japanese futon, is suitable for use on a tatami mat, on a bed frame (even if it’s a low one!), or on top of a traditional mattress as a topper that adds a layer of firmness. Its outer cover is removable, washable, and even reversible — it has a 100% high pile cotton side for extra warmth, or a half cotton, half polyester side if you want a cooler feel. The brand makes a handful of other mattresses, which, while not designed for floor use, can be used on low bed frames and give you medium to firm support. And they’re a low waste company, recycling all returned mattresses and turning the fill into new mattresses.
Customer Review | “In two days, I felt something good was going on. In several days, I found that I was sleeping well. At the end of the first week, I felt my back ache was pretty much gone. After 10 days, I realized that I cannot live without the Airweave Futon mattress. What a wonderful mattress!” – Yaeko J. (Read more reviews.)
5. Zonli
Best For | Budget-friendly futon options
Organic & Eco-Friendly Certifications | OKEO-TEX certifed, CertiPUR-US® certified
Mattress Type | Japanese futon
Sizes Available | Twin, Full, Queen, King
Prices starting at | $89
We love Zonli for their versatile futon mattresses designed for comfortable, flexible floor living. Their foldable futon floor mattress features a quilted cotton top, supportive egg-crate foam, and an anti-slip bottom, making it great for everyday sleeping, hosting friends, or when you want to create a cozy lounge spot. What we love about their options is that you have the ability to shop in different sizes and thicknesses depending on personal needs and preferences. For example, you may want a thinner futon for more portability or a thicker mattress for deeper, supportive sleep. It’s easy to fold up and store when not in use and comes with a dust and storage bag to keep your Zonli futon in great condition!
Customer Review | “I have the futon mattress & I use it as my bed most nights, I love it because it acts as a thick yoga mat when I want gentle movement.” –Kaitlin. (Read more reviews.)
6. Ferm Living
Best For | Furniture accompaniments
Organic & Eco-Friendly Certifications | OCS-certified,
Mattress Type | Daybed mattresses
Sizes Available | One Size
Prices starting at | $145
Founded in 2006 in Copenhagen, Ferm Living brings its signature Scandinavian design to its versatile daybeds with customizable mattresses. We love their simple modern designs and attention to detail in both their boucle and quilted patterned options. Perfect for a cozy nook or a modern take on a floor mattress, you’ll love Ferm’s connection to a natural palette with simple yet striking patterns. As some of their products are custom-made to be enjoyed alongside their Kona Daybed, it’s a perfect segue if you are inspired by Japanese low living and love the look of a traditional futon but want something that keeps you more elevated in your space.
Customer Review | “” –. (Read more reviews.)
7. Avocado
Best For | Climate Neutral-certified mattresses
Organic & Eco-Friendly Certifications | Organic cotton, organic latex, natural wool
Mattress Type | Innerspring, latex
Sizes Available | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
Prices starting at | $799
A favorite of TGT editors for years, Avocado Green Mattress crafts home goods like mattresses, bedding, and furniture with some impressive sustainability specs — they’re a B Corp, they’re Climate Neutral certified, and they’re a member of 1% for the Planet, for starters. While they don’t make any specified floor mattresses, they make a wide range of mattresses for whatever your preference and budget are — including a vegan mattress and a spring-free latex mattress — along with a coconut coir mattress pad that can be placed in between a mattress and the floor for increased airflow. It’s important to note that with mattresses not designed for floor use, so placement on a non-breathable surface like the floor can, in rare instances, cause the growth of mold (not covered under Avocado’s warranty). You’ll want to make sure you have a breathable pad beneath and your room is relatively dry.
Editor’s Review | “If you want an organic, made in the USA mattress — you’re not going to get a better mattress for a cheaper price than Avocado’s Eco Organic Mattress. While the price is higher than discount retailers, it also comes with a 100-night sleep trial and ten-year warranty so you can make sure it’s the right fit for you, plus Avocado works with Affirm to create payment plans that work for you..” – Emily McGowan, Editorial Director [Read our review.]
