Winter nights can be chilly, especially if you don't want to turn up the heat or are trying to save energy. But with a few simple adjustments, you can keep your bedroom warm and cozy without cranking up the thermostat.
However, you can do some simple things to trap warm air in your room and keep draughts out, allowing you to maintain a comfortable temperature while saving energy.
According to Theresa Schnorbach, a sleep expert who works with the bed brand Emma and a TechRadar contributor, the ideal temperature for sleeping is between 16 and 19 degrees Celsius. Hotter or colder than that, you are more likely to wake up in the middle of the night feeling uncomfortable or warm.
Lighting and Insulation
According to TechRadar, thick curtains can help promote sleep by blocking light and can keep your room warm by preventing cooler air from moving around the room. The story recommends using a blackout blind or a set of blackout curtains, which are meant to block distracting ambient light and, in most cases, have insulating features.
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Based on a Sleep Foundation blog, light is essential in maintaining circadian rhythm, the body's internal clock that indicates when to be alert and when to sleep. Light also influences the generation of melatonin, an important hormone that promotes sleep.
Generally, sleeping in as much darkness as possible is preferable. Pitch darkness decreases potential sleep disturbances and distractions. Sleeping with a light on disrupts sleep cycles and promotes more fragmented sleep, with the disadvantages being highest in the few hours before waking up.
Next, always remember to keep the door closed. If you leave your bedroom door open, chilly air from vacant rooms and passageways can enter. Close your door and consider using a draught excluder to block any holes around the base of the door to keep the warm air in.
Drafts can be a big problem in any room, but they're especially noticeable in the bedroom. To help keep the cold air out, use draft stoppers on your windows and doors. These simple devices, purchased or made at home, block the gaps around your windows and doors and help keep the warm air in.
Warm Your Bed
Based on a Healthline blog, your body temperature drops while sleeping, and a cool but not chilly room will help you settle into and sustain sleep throughout the night. As stated on the blog, one of the essential variables in attaining decent sleep is the temperature of the room where you sleep.
As per TechRadar, carpeted rooms are warmer than those with hardwood or tile floors. If your bedroom lacks carpet, consider adding a thick rug for increased insulation.
Finally, even small cracks in your walls or doors allow cold air into your room. Try sealing these cracks yourself if you have the necessary skills. If not, think about hiring a professional to do the work.
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