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How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep

A great night’s sleep is more important than you may think. Besides leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, it’s vital for your overall health and well-being. Learn how to get a good night’s sleep in this guide, featuring our top tips and answers to frequently asked questions.

Our top tips to promote restful sleep

Not all sleep is made equal, and interruptions can be detrimental to your quality of sleep. To ensure a good night’s rest, there are several steps you can take, from establishing a relaxing bedtime routine to investing in quality bedding and comfortable nightwear. Explore our tips below to get the rest you need every night.

1. Create a good sleep routine

To encourage your body to fall asleep, you’ll need to start winding down at least an hour before bed. This includes limiting screen time before bed, whether phones, tablets or TV, so your brain can power down. Limiting caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee in the evening helps relax your body, while making to-do lists for the following day may be useful to offload anything racing around your head.

2. Make your bedroom a sanctuary

If your bedroom is a place you enjoy spending time in, it will automatically make you feel relaxed and comforted. As the saying goes, a tidy space makes for a tidy mind, so organisation is key. Utilise bedroom storage, whether wardrobes, chests of drawers, boxes or baskets, and keep clutter to a minimum. For more tips, explore our guide to learn how to turn your bedroom into a blissful sanctuary.

3. Opt for a calming colour scheme

Natural coloured leaf print duvet

In addition to the tidiness of your space, your bedroom décor plays a part in aiding sleep. Soothing pastel shades and calming neutrals are some of the best choices for relaxation, while deeper tones can make your bedroom feel cosy and inviting. Alongside your chosen colour scheme, mood lighting and soft furnishings will add ambience and texture to your bedroom, making it a place you love to retreat to after a busy day.

4. Choose quality bedding

A comfortable bed makes for a good night’s sleep, so investing in quality bedding is essential. At Damart, we offer duvet covers and bedspreads in luxurious fabrics, from crisp cotton to super-soft jersey and cosy fleece. Pair them with premium duvets and pillows, whether you prefer down-filled or memory foam designs.

Pillows and duvet

You can opt for lower tog duvets and lightweight bedding in the warmer months, then switch it for high-tog, thermal bedding when the temperature drops. Alternatively, we also offer temperature-regulating pillows and duvets – the ideal option year-round. Explore our sleep essentials collection to find bedding you’ll love.

5. Switch up your nightwear seasonally

Whether you need cooling Climatyl and cotton nightwear for summer or cosy thermal pyjamas for winter, we have you covered. Our collection includes styles for every season, helping to regulate your body temperature while you sleep. Learn more about how to keep cool at night in our guide.

Questions about sleep

Find answers to frequently asked questions about sleep here, including the difference between rest and sleep and how many hours you should get per night.

Is rest as good as sleep?

Although putting your feet up and closing your eyes can help you relax physically and mentally, it doesn’t compare to the benefits of sleep. Our bodies need sleep to restore and regenerate cells, boost cognitive function, and keep our organs healthy, amongst other benefits, so ensure you’re getting enough every night.

How much sleep is too little?

While everyone’s sleep requirements are different, getting too little sleep for a long period can negatively affect your physical and mental health. Experts advise that adults get a minimum of seven hours per night, with eight hours being optimal.

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