Too hot to sleep? How to stay cool in bed

• It is natural to sweat at night if your bedding or environment is making you too hot. 

• Keeping your blinds closed during the day will keep your room cooler at night. 

• Keeping your windows shut will help block out the heat from the outdoors. 

• Showering before bed will rapidly cool you down during the summertime. 

• Using breathable materials in your bedding will help you keep cool while sleeping. 

Now that we’re finally starting to bask in the sunshine, we’re left with just one problem: how to stay cool at night. Staying cool and comfortable in the summertime is easier said than done; instead, we often experience restless nights and the ordeal of sweating in bed. 

But it doesn’t have to stay that way; especially with our help. Our experts are here to bring you some solid advice on what to do if it's too hot to sleep at night; from keeping your room cool during the day, to creating a cozy but breathable space for you to catch some well-deserved z’s, we will cover all grounds. 

Is it normal to sweat in bed?

If your bedding or environment is making you too hot, it's natural that your body tries to control its temperature. However, if you are experiencing consistent night sweats, even if it's cool in your surroundings, this is something you should monitor and seek medical advice if it continues. 

How To Stay Cool & Avoid Sweating In Bed

Now that we’ve normalised sweating in bed at night, let’s see how we can keep our bedrooms cool and our sleep quality in perfect shape. 

Keep Blinds/Curtains Closed During the Day

Once your space is warm, that's when it's harder to cool it down. So, taking extra precautions before it reaches this stage is a must if you can’t sleep when it's too hot. A great example of this would be keeping your blinds and curtains closed during the day, blocking the sun from entering the room. As you know, the shade always feels much colder, so why not turn your room into a shaded oasis ready for bedtime? 

Shut Your Windows

One of the best ways to cool down a room is to keep your windows closed. When the temperature starts to rise outside, inside, especially upstairs, feels the effects. And while our instinct tells us to open the windows for some fresh air, this does no such thing. Instead, we’re contributing to the heat levels by letting hot air in, especially as its often warmer outside than in our homes. So, keeping your windows shut during the day is essential if you want to keep your house cool and crisp. 

Shower Before Bed

What’s the best way to cool yourself down before you hit the hay? A refreshing shower. In fact, a shower is proven to not only provide you with a rapid cool-down, but support you in experiencing a deeper sleep. The warm water heats your body up, causing the blood flow to reach the surface, but as soon as you get out of the shower, this heat will instantly escape through your hands and feet, cooling down your core temperature in a matter of minutes – bliss. 

Invest in a Cooling Fan or AC Unit

If none of the above have worked for you, it may be time for some extra assistance. Cooling fans and air conditioning units can be a lifesaver when it's too hot to sleep. Whether you opt for a tower fan for a cooling breeze or air conditioning for a chilled atmosphere, you’ll be sure to stay comfortable during your slumber this summer. 

Can’t sleep with noise? A lot of air-cooling systems can cause a racket, which is why we recommend a tower fan or AC unit as you’re given a soothing breeze-like sound that’s both subtle and relaxing.  

Does a fan cool a room?

Not exactly. While fans won’t technically cool down a room, they do move air around the space which creates a cool breeze over the body. So, although the room isn’t freezing cold, you will be left in a much more comfortable temperature. 

A Cooling Bed Set-Up

Your environment may feel cooler, but does your bed set-up? Using high-tog duvets and thick materials in your bedding can have a huge impact in your quality of sleep. Instead, why not try a cooling mattress or duvet and pillow set to keep you cool in bed? Suitable for all of the family, our cooling products use innovative technology through mesh air pockets and EcoBreathe fibres to promote breathability and comfort.  

Top tip: Chill yourself even further with our cooling mattress toppers; not only will you peacefully sink into their surface, but with maximised airflow, you can say goodbye to hot, sweaty nights and hello to ultimate freshness. 

This summer may prove a challenge when falling and staying asleep, but with these helpful tips, we hope you’ll be able to create a chilled and tranquil space, allowing you to enjoy the deepest of sleeps. If you’re inspired to refresh your bed ready for the warmer months, our summer bedding guide will have the answer.