With temperatures in Wisconsin reaching record highs this summer, staying cool and comfortable at night may not be easy. Fortunately, if you feel hot and sweaty on your mattress, there are many ways to lower the temperature in your room and sleep in peace. Here, you can discover a few of the best strategies for staying cool in bed during the summer.

5 Simple Strategies to Stay Cool in Bed During the Summer

1. Tweak Your Thermostat

One of the easiest ways to keep your bedroom cool is to turn on the air conditioner. These appliances work by pushing hot air to the outdoors and pushing cool, refrigerated air inside. Since having the AC on all night can cause temperatures to drop too low and cause energy bills to skyrocket, its best to program your thermostat so that the system maintains a steady climate throughout the night.

2. Optimize Your Airflow   

If you don’t have AC or it’s not worth turning on, opening your windows at night—when the temperatures are cooler—can offer some relief. To maximize that fresh-air feeling, use ceiling and free-standing fans to circulate cool air through the room.

3. Switch Out Your Sheets

Fleece and flannel sheets may help you cozy-up in the winter, but these materials tend to be too heavy for summer temperatures. As such, it’s best to choose lightweight bedding that promotes airflow and helps wick away perspiration—such as Egyptian cotton and linen sheets.

4. Close Your Curtains

The heat of the sun’s rays can make daytime (or early morning) sleep too uncomfortable. Rather than forcing yourself to rise with the sun, you can opt to close your curtains to keep the UV rays out. Dark-colored curtains will do a better job of blocking the light and keeping the space cool.

5. Upgrade Your Mattress

Even if you keep your bedroom at the right temperature, you may find that you’re still hot when on top of your mattress. If that’s the case, you may need to upgrade to a more breathable mattress designed specifically to help regulate body temperature. For example, there are several advanced products available that utilize cooling gel within the mattress to help keep users at a comfortable temperature throughout the night.

When summer heat prevents you from getting quality sleep, turn to Sleep Central for relief. Serving the Minocqua, WI, region for more than 20 years, this mattress store is recognized for providing a wide range of products from some of the best brands in the business—including Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy®, Stearns & Foster®, Beautyrest®, and Serta®.  Understanding how sleep preferences are different for every person, this experienced team will take time to learn about your needs and introduce you to the very best products for improved rest—such as cooling gel mattresses and lightweight bedding.  Visit the shop online to learn more about their amazing deals and product offerings. For questions about their convenient and affordable mattress removal and delivery services, call (715) 356-3488.