How to get the Coolest Sleep Ever

Do you find yourself throwing the sheets off in the middle of the night? Or do you kick one foot out from under the bedding to cool off? Getting hot during the night is a common problem and can lead to disruptive sleep. While cranking the AC down and turning on all the fans can help keep you cool, it can be an expensive way to stay cool. If you want to get the coolest sleep this summer, follow these 8 tips to get a cool, comfortable, and restful night of sleep.

1. Close the curtains. Sunlight is a great way to get your day started, but once you leave your bedroom, make sure you close the curtains to keep the sunlight out. Blackout curtains are designed to block all outside light and will help keep your room cooler during the day.
2. Get a pillow that will help keep you cool. If you’ve ever woken up and turned your pillow over to the cool side, then you know how much it can affect your sleep. Getting a pillow that stays cool all night long can help you get the deep sleep you need. Pillows like Malouf’s Carbon Cool + Omniphase LT or Tempur-Adapt ProMid + Cooling Pillow provide temperature regulation and pressure-relieving benefits.
3. Choose the right bedding to help keep you cool. Sheets made out of natural materials like cotton or linen provide more breathability than bed sheets made from synthetic fibers like polyester. Plant-based fabrics like Rayon also provide adequate cooling. Our Mattress Hub Exclusive TENCEL sheets are eco-friendly, soft to the touch, and offer moisture control, and temperature control keeping you cool and comfortable all night long. 
4. Take a hot bath. While this might sound counterintuitive, when you get out of the warm water your body temperature will fall as your body adapts to the cooler environment. Warm baths also promote relaxation to help you fall asleep more quickly.
5. Don’t wear tight clothing. Tight clothing restricts the airflow your body gets which can cause your body temperature to increase. 
6. Stay hydrated by drinking water. Not only will this lead to getting better sleep, but drinking cool water before you go to sleep can help lower your body temperature and keep you cooler at night.
7. Don’t exercise close to bedtime. It can be good to do some light stretching or yoga before bed, but exercising will cause your body temperature to spike and that can make it difficult to sleep. Exercising during the day can be beneficial to sleep, but try to get your gym time in at least a couple of hours before you’re ready to drift off to dreamland.
8. Invest in a cooling mattress. Cooling technology has come a long way over the years, and mattresses are made with materials that promote temperature regulation, and even help you cool off at night. Tempur-Pedic has some incredible mattresses that use next-generation phase-change technology which pulls heat away from your body while you fall asleep.

You don’t have to sweat the heat this summer. Investing in your sleep is investing in your well-being, so make sure you get the best sleep possible. If you are in need of a cooler night’s sleep, our sleep experts at your local Mattress Hub are ready to help you find everything you need to sleep cooler, deeper, and longer so you wake up feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to conquer your day. Stop by one of our 13 locations today and don’t forget we offer our one-year comfort guarantee and free delivery state-wide!