About recycled cotton
2025.01
Hello, I'm Kanauchi, a staff member at Sleep Shop.
This time, we will introduce recycled cotton, which is one of the fillings in nap futons for nursery schools. Nemuriya's recycled cotton is not just recycled cotton that is no longer needed, but a special cotton that is made with a lot of thought and consideration.
I hope this article will provide useful information for those who are looking to choose a nap mat for nursery school. Please read to the end.
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What is recycled cotton?
Simply put, recycled cotton is cotton that has been selected from unwanted cotton and then regenerated to the same quality as new cotton through various processes.
Now let me give you some more details.
Collection of unwanted cotton futons
So where does all that unwanted cotton come from?
At Nemuriya, we collect cotton futons that are no longer needed by corporations (such as inns and childcare facilities) or local residents. The collected cotton futons are then used as material for recycled cotton.
Various processing methods used to restore items to like-new condition
Recycled cotton can be restored to the same quality as new cotton through various processes. The most common process is "high temperature treatment."
High temperature processing at approximately 130℃ has the effect of sterilizing microorganisms such as bacteria and mold. It also removes odors, providing cotton that is as good as new.
Another key point is that high-temperature processing removes excess moisture, resulting in a fluffy and soft texture. 
Recycled cotton vs 100% cotton
Next, let's compare recycled cotton with 100% cotton. It looks almost the same as new 100% cotton. Recycled cotton can be regenerated to this level.
The significance of recycled cotton
Recycled cotton is not just about reusing cotton. It can play a variety of important roles in protecting the environment and in local communities.
Bedding waste volume
Did you know that bedding ranks high in the annual waste generation rankings every year? To be honest, I was surprised when I heard this too.
Reusing usable cotton not only reduces local waste, but also recycles resources and is a small step towards building a sustainable future.
Connections across generations
As mentioned above, the material used for the recycled cotton is unneeded cotton futons. Some futons that individuals bring to our store have been treasured for many years, such as "wedding futons that were not being used but were difficult to part with" or "children's futons filled with memories."
It is very meaningful and a wonderful cycle to see these cotton futons filled with memories being reused and transformed into something that will support the growth of children who will lead the next generation.
summary
Recycled cotton is a very meaningful material that is not only environmentally friendly, but also creates connections between generations. If you are unsure what to use for your child's naptime blanket, why not choose recycled cotton?
For those of you who have brought in cotton futons in the past, did you know that they were being used in this way? As we have explained in this article, our store does not simply dispose of the futons we collect, but carefully re-stuffs them and reuses them.
There will be further opportunities for collection in the future, so if you have any unwanted or unused cotton futons, we would appreciate your cooperation. Your futon will be given new value and passed on to the next generation.
Thank you for reading to the end.
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Sleeping House Kaito Kanauchi
Born in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture.
Joined Sleeping House Co., Ltd. in February 2024.
My hobbies include taking naps, watching baseball games, listening to music, etc.
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