For anyone that has struggled with getting a good night’s sleep, you know how frustrating it can be. There are many different factors that can play a role in the type of sleep you are getting during the night. Some of them you have more control over than others. What you may not realize is, the temperature of your home can have an impact on the type of sleep you are getting each night. ATW Mechanical is here to talk about how temperature can greatly affect the sleep you get.
How Do I Keep My Room Cool While Sleeping?
Everybody is different, but one thing seems to stand out for almost everybody; people sleep best when they are sleeping in a cool room. When you are trying to sleep in a hot room, it just doesn’t seem to work. Most people sleep best when the room they are in is between 66-70 degrees Fahrenheit. If you are looking for a restful night, try turning down the thermostat a few more degrees to get it.
What Happens if You are Too Hot when you Sleep?
Your circadian rhythm is the body’s natural way of knowing when it is time to sleep and when you should be awake and alert. There are many factors that come into play as your body figures this out. Two of them are light and temperature. When the daylight fades, your body naturally starts to wind down for the night. Also, as the temperature drops, your body is able to reach its desired temperature for sleep. Your body temperature actually needs to drop at night to get the rest you need. When you are falling asleep, blood flow is sent to your extremities and your core temperature is able to drop. When your room is too hot for this to happen, you will end up feeling restless throughout the night and wake up feeling fatigued.
How Do I Make My Room Feel Cozy?
There are several things you can do to make your room as comfortable as possible.
– HVAC: Your AC plays a big role in keeping your room comfortable. Without an AC that works during the summer, you are more than likely going to feel too warm to get the rest you need. During the cold months, you rely on your furnace to keep you warm.
– Bedding: It is important that you invest in breathable bedding to help you rest easy at night. Consider switching out your bedding with the seasons to help you get the best rest.
– Light: Eliminate as much light as possible from the room you are sleeping in at night. The darker, the better you will sleep.
– Screens: Turn off all your television, laptop, phone and other electronic screens as you get ready for bed. Studies show screen time can affect your sleep quality.
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Because the temperature of your home is so important to getting a good night’s sleep, you need to make sure your HVAC is working the way it should. ATW Mechanical can help ensure your HVAC system is working properly to keep your home comfortable. Call us today to schedule a heating tune up to be ready for the cooler weather coming our way.