Cooling Upgrades That'll Make Your Bedroom an Ice Box

2022-05-14 20:45:12 By : Mr. Tony Sun

No one likes sweating the bed.

Let’s talk about a hot topic: sweating the bed. Often caused by weather changes or hormonal shifts from pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, menopause, or even stress, hot flashes and fluctuating body temps make it hard to sleep. If you’ve ever experienced tossing and turning for hours, kicking off your covers, and placing a damp towel on your forehead seeking just a little bit of cool comfort, you’re not alone.

You deserve to conk out as easily as everyone else—it just may take some extra artillery to make it happen.

Here are some ways to stock your room for a less-sweaty sleep.

Your mattress can make or break your sleep experience in so many ways, but most people don’t consider how important heat regulation is. Serta’s new Arctic mattress includes its exclusive Reactex® system—the most heat-absorbing layer Serta’s ever created with 15x better cooling power*—which helps absorb your body's heat. And layers of premium, high density memory foam is engineered to hug your body in all the right places, keeping you comfortable for your best night's sleep. Plus, with four different models of the mattress, you can find the perfect fit for you. 

 *15x benefit exists while the phase change material is active. Results based on the difference in heat absorbed by Serta Arctic and Serta Perfect Sleeper Luminous Sleep mattresses while the phase change material is active.

This sleek, bladeless fan is a great choice for cooling your room, especially if you have curious kids or pets who could be hurt by traditional fan blades. As an added bonus, it doubles as an air purifier, so you can breathe easier as you sleep. Plus, the gentle sound provides a little white noise for sound slumber.

There's no doubt plants can add some much-needed liveliness to a room, but according to a 1989 study conducted by NASA, many houseplants are even known to purify the air, helping to remove pollutants, allergens, and lower temps. Take the common Snake Plant, for example. This succulent releases oxygen and cool evaporated moisture in the air. In turn, it helps remove benzene and formaldehyde helping to make your bedroom cooler and more pure. 

This new Serta Arctic pillow is no ordinary memory foam pillow (though it comes with all the comfort you’d expect from one). Made with CertiPUR-US certified memory foam and Reactex® technology that provides pressure-activated cooling in less than 10 seconds, this pillow is part of Serta’s newest Arctic sleep system. In addition to its breathable cover, this pillow provides pressure-relieving support perfect for side and back sleepers. And, Serta offers a down alternative of the Arctic pillow, for those who prefer a traditional feel.

Sometimes a fan just isn’t enough and you’ve got to bring in some serious machinery. This wi-fi enabled portable air conditioner covers 500 square feet, is energy efficient, and the noise level is as low as they come. Once you’re cool and sound asleep, you might even forget it’s there.

Bright sunlight is beautiful, but it can heat up your bedroom in a hurry. Investing in some blackout curtains will keep your room cool during the day (and block out those early morning sunbeams so you can sleep in a little longer). If you’re running an air conditioner or heater, keeping them closed can also help out with your energy bill.

No matter where you live, humidifiers are great for keeping your room from getting too dry. Use it during cold and flu season to add some needed moisture to the air, or year-round depending on your home’s climate. This unit uses cool mist, which helps keep your bedroom’s temperature from getting too toasty. Plus, its large tank makes it easy to set and forget.

While you may only consider sealing up your bedroom in the winter when you can't seem to keep things warm, this door draft stopper is a great addition to your cool bedroom arsenal. This self-adhesive device fits onto virtually any door to keep the hot humid air out during the warmer months. And at just $9, it's one of the most inexpensive and affective upgrades you can make.