Bedding with Lead

Mattress / Bedding Overview Post: Are there toxic chemicals in my bed? Is my mattress toxic!??

Mattress / Bedding Overview Post: Are there toxic chemicals in my bed? Is my mattress toxic!??

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This is a “wrap” post / summary post with simple links to each of the mattress / pillow / bedding posts I have done so far. I will be updating this post as I write more about mattresses and will also be writing a detailed summary post (with a narrative and conclusions / considerations) when…

How toxic is my Tempurpedic brand mattress? Toxicants found include Arsenic (94 ppm), Antimony (98 ppm) & Lead (9 ppm).

How toxic is my Tempurpedic brand mattress? Toxicants found include Arsenic (94 ppm), Antimony (98 ppm) & Lead (9 ppm).

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is an independent advocate for consumer goods safety. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children. She began testing consumer goods for toxicants in 2009 and was the parent-advocate responsible for finding Lead in the popular fidget spinner toys in 2017. Tamara uses XRF testing (a scientific…

Nasty old (2003?) Tempurpedic pillow positive for LEAD: 5,261 ppm & ANTIMONY: 232 ppm! What are you resting your head on tonight? Is it safe?

Nasty old (2003?) Tempurpedic pillow positive for LEAD: 5,261 ppm & ANTIMONY: 232 ppm! What are you resting your head on tonight? Is it safe?

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Introduction: Tamara Rubin is a Federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and childhood Lead poisoning prevention. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children. She began testing consumer goods for toxicants in 2009, and was the parent-advocate responsible for finding Lead in the popular fidget spinner toys in 2017. She uses XRF testing (a scientific method used…