3 Amazing Organic Floor Cushions for Relaxing Meditation

An organic floor cushion is a type of cushion made from organic materials and designed to be used directly on the floor.

They’re usually softer and more comfortable than the cushions found on your couch and can be used for various purposes, such as seating, sleeping, or as a decorative piece.

Organic floor cushions are becoming increasingly popular because they're more environmentally friendly, durable, and comfortable than synthetic alternatives. They also add a touch of style to any room or outside space.

In this article, I give you some helpful tips on choosing the right cushion for your needs and list my family's favorite cushions.

Top 3 Organic Floor Cushions to Lounge in Sustainable Style

• Materials: GOTS Organic Cotton Canvas, Vegan Buckwheat Hulls
• Size: 27” x 27” x 2”
• Warranty: One Year

They Say: Versatile, luxurious, long-lasting. Our Square Meditation Cushion provides a supportive, wide platform that's stuffed with a vegan buckwheat fill inside an inner GOTS certified cotton liner. A gentle outer cover with our signature embroidered Crystal Cove design harnesses cotton and a touch of stretchy spandex.

We Say: I love what Brentwood Home does. They’re part of the Avocado Green business group and have an impeccable approach to sustainability.

This is a super meditation cushion (in a sustainability/eco-friendly way…not a mold/algae way) stuffed with eco-certifications.

And the company as a whole is Climate Neutral Certified and supports SeaTrees in its mission to help restore kelp forests in California and beyond.

But is it comfy to sit on? Yes…it most certainly is!

I’ve been dabbling with meditation recently (nothing too hardcore, just a daily practice or two on the headspace app), and this is now the meditation cushion I sit on during every meditation practice (now I’ve perfected my crossed-legged sitting).

The luxurious patterned certified organic cotton cover is super comfy, and the vegan buckwheat filling provides the perfect balance between support and comfort.

The cover is removable for easy cleaning.

The inside can be spot cleaned and aired outside upside in the sun to deodorize and disinfect naturally.

• Materials: GOTS Organic Cotton Cover, Buckwheat Fill
• Size: 17” x 12” x 7”
• Warranty: One Year

They Say: Handcrafted in Los Angeles, our MADE SAFE® certified yoga pillow delivers just enough height and support for wellness practitioners of all meditation levels, styles, and mantras.

We Say: The Avocado Organic Yoga Meditation Pillow is a thicker alternative to the Brentwood Home Pillow.

The muted green hue of this meditation cushion is perfect for creating a zen atmosphere in your home, and the organic materials make it easy on the planet and non-toxic too.

The pillow is well-stuffed with buckwheat, which makes it supportive without being too firm.

The GOTS cotton cover is soft and breathable. However, it’s not quite as luxurious to the touch as the Brentwood Home offering.

But, all things considered, it’s an excellent option for anyone looking for a stylish and sustainable meditation cushion. It’s a solid runner-up.

Also, in addition to the one-year warranty, you also get a 30-day home trial and free U.S. delivery.

• Materials: Organic Cotton Duck Canvas Cover, Organic Cotton Batting
• Size: 24" x 24" x 2", 32" x 26" x 3"
• Warranty: Not Stated (30-Day Returns)

We Say: I tested the Bean Products Zabuton Meditation Cushion in my home office during a six-week meditation trial. This cushion has become one of my preferred bases for sitting practice because it takes the pressure off my ankles during longer sessions. The 32" x 26" standard size provides ample room for my crossed-leg position without my knees hanging off the edges.

The organic cotton duck canvas has held up well to daily use. The fabric did not stain when I spilled green tea during an early morning session. It cleaned up without leaving a visible mark when I wiped it straight away.

The cotton batting has maintained its loft without developing flat spots.

Bean Products sells its Zabuton cushion in 5 different colorways (Cobalt Blue, Natural, Plum, Fern, Tomato). This gives more choice and customization than my Brentwood Home and Avocado recommendations (both of which offer only one colorway).

How to Choose an Organic Floor Cushion

To choose an organic floor cushion, check its cover and fill materials, certifications, the size and firmness that fit the way you sit, and the care instructions.

1. Choose Certified Organic Materials

Pick a cushion with a certified organic cover fabric and a plant-based fill.

Organic cotton, hemp, wool, and jute are the eco-friendly components used for floor cushion covers. Buckwheat hulls, organic cotton batting, and natural latex replace the polyurethane foam found in a conventional floor pillow. All three cushions in this review have organic cotton covers and plant-based fills.

Chemically treated synthetic fabrics can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into your home. Certified organic fabrics are made without those chemical treatments.

2. Look for Independent Certifications

Look for the following sustainability certifications on the product page before you trust an organic claim.

• GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certifies the organic content of cotton fabric and restricts the chemicals used in its processing. Brentwood Home and Avocado both use GOTS-certified cotton covers.
• MADE SAFE screens every ingredient in the finished product for harmful chemicals. The Avocado pillow is MADE SAFE certified.
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100: certifies that the finished fabric has been tested for harmful substances. The Bean Products Zabuton has OEKO-TEX certification.
• GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard) certifies the organic content of a latex fill. Check for GOLS if you choose a latex-filled cushion.

If you choose a cushion with none of these labels, you are trusting the manufacturer's word that the materials are organic. That means you need to do more research on the brand and decide how trustworthy you think they are.

3. Pick the Right Size and Firmness

Pick the size and firmness that fit the way you plan to sit.

Each cushion shape suits a different sitting style.

• Tall meditation pillow: lifts your hips above your knees for cross-legged sitting. The Avocado pillow measures 17 inches (43 cm) by 12 inches (30 cm) and stands 7 inches (18 cm) tall.
• Flat meditation mat: pads your ankles and knees during long sessions on the floor. The larger Bean Products Zabuton measures 32 inches (81 cm) by 26 inches (66 cm) and is 3 inches (8 cm) thick.
• Wide square pillow: works for both lounging and floor meditation. The Brentwood Home pillow measures 27 inches (69 cm) square and is 2 inches (5 cm) thick.

Buckwheat hulls feel firm with a little give, cotton batting sits flatter and softer, and natural latex is the bounciest of the three fills. Choose buckwheat for upright posture support and latex if the cushion doubles as a sleeping surface.

4. Check the Care Instructions

Check the care label for a removable, machine-washable cover before you buy.

Spot-clean spills before they soak into the fill. Air the inner cushion outside in the sun a few times a year to deodorize it naturally. Between uses, store the cushion in a cool, dry, ventilated room.

Is Hemp Organic Life On Etsy Any Good?

Yes. Hemp Organic Life is an excellent seller producing some wonderful products and helping the people of Ukraine.

I have their hemp reading nook cushion in the corner of my study and love it. However, the shipping costs are very high (around $50 to the U.S.), which is why they didn’t make my top three.