OEKO-TEX® Certified: The Non-Negotiable Standard for Healthy Sleep

When you slip into bed each night, you expect a sanctuary—a place of comfort and safety. But have you ever considered what your bedding might be harbouring? At Onlybedding, we believe that true comfort cannot exist without peace of mind. This is why the OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification is not just a badge we display; it is a non-negotiable foundation of every product we create, from our Omnicool sheets to our Multilayer pillows.

What Does OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Really Mean?

In simple terms, the OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 label is your global assurance that a textile product has been tested and verified free from over 100 harmful substances. This independent certification, established in 1992, sets a globally uniform standard for ecological textiles. It covers everything from yarns and fabrics to finished products and their accessories, including threads, buttons, and zippers.

The testing is rigorous and comprehensive, checking for an extensive range of regulated and non-regulated harmful substances that could be detrimental to human health. This includes:

• Banned and regulated substances: Such as formaldehyde, harmful dyes (e.g., carcinogenic and allergy-inducing dyes), and heavy metals (like lead and cadmium).

   

• Chemicals of concern: Including pesticide residues, chlorinated phenols, plasticisers (e.g., phthalates), and organotin compounds.

• Parameters for health: Like skin-friendly pH values and colourfastness to ensure durability and safety during use.

The standards are updated annually based on new scientific findings, ensuring they remain among the strictest in the world. For a product to earn this certification, every component must pass these tests.

Why is This Certification Crucial for Bedding?

Your bed is where you spend nearly a third of your life. For 8+ hours each night, your skin is in intimate contact with your sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers. This prolonged exposure creates a potential pathway for any harmful substances present in the textiles to be absorbed by your skin or inhaled.

This risk is even more critical for those with sensitive skin, allergies, or respiratory conditions. OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification acts as a vital barrier4. It provides the assurance that the fabrics you sleep on will not introduce toxins into your body, allowing for truly restorative and healthy sleep. The certification specifically considers this intense contact by classifying products into different product classes. Items like bedding, which have direct and prolonged skin contact, must meet stricter requirements (Product Class II) than a decorative cushion (Product Class IV).

Beyond Personal Health: A Commitment to Environmental Responsibility

The OEKO-TEX® standard goes beyond just protecting the end consumer. It also promotes environmental responsibility within the production process. By strictly limiting the use of harmful chemicals and substances from the very beginning of the manufacturing chain, it encourages suppliers and manufacturers to adopt cleaner and more sustainable practices. This commitment helps reduce the environmental impact of textile production, ensuring that the pursuit of comfort doesn't come at the cost of our planet.

The Onlybedding Standard: A Baseline, Not an Option

For many brands, sustainability and safety are marketing add-ons. For Onlybedding, OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is a mandatory baseline requirement for every product we make. It is our absolute minimum standard, not a premium option. This unwavering commitment is integral to our brand promise and our dedication to the "Science of Sense."

We will never compromise on your health and safety. When you see the OEKO-TEX® label on an Onlybedding product, you can trust that it represents a deep-seated commitment to your well-being. It means that every night, you can breathe easily and sleep soundly, knowing that your sanctuary is pure, safe, and healthy.

Choose Onlybedding. Where your peace of mind is always standard.