When temperatures are high during summer, it can be tricky to get a good night’s sleep. Our guide includes the best bedroom cooling ideas to help ensure your space feels comfortable, especially at night. In addition to practical tips, you’ll also find plenty of summer bedroom inspiration for a seasonal refresh, from bedding to decorative accessories and soft furnishings.
How to keep bedrooms cool in summer
Discover our top tips to keep your bedroom cool this summer, from closing curtains and windows to switching up your bedding.
1. Keep curtains or blinds closed during the day
One of the best ways to cool off a room is to keep the curtains or blinds closed during the day, preventing sunlight from entering and heating up the space. This is essential in south-facing bedrooms, which get a lot of sun, but it can also be useful in other parts of the house.
Linen or sheer curtains are lightweight and airy, allowing cool breezes to pass through if the window is open. However, for extra heat-repelling properties, choose blackout blinds or thermal curtains, as these materials are better at trapping heat and keeping your bedroom cooler. At Damart, we offer a range of stylish curtains to suit your bedroom décor.
2. Close the windows
It might seem counterintuitive to close the windows on a hot day, but it will keep the heat out. Wait until the temperature drops at night to open the window, letting cooler air circulate.
3. Use a fan at night
If your bedroom still feels too warm at night, it’s worth investing in a fan. There is conflicting information about whether fans actually cool you down, especially when it comes to confined spaces such as bedrooms.
However, their effectiveness depends on where you place them. Many people aim fans towards their bodies, but if you point them towards slightly open windows, they help push out the hot air. Find efficient fans at Damart in our range of electricals to help you stay cool this summer.
4. Turn lights and electronics off
Non-LED lights can produce a lot of heat, so it’s worth turning them off if possible or switching to LED bulbs. The same goes for electronics such as televisions, game consoles and computers, so turn them off at the wall when not in use.
5. Switch to lightweight bedding
You can make your bed cosy in summer without overheating! We recommend swapping your winter bedding for a low tog duvet and cotton sheets, duvet covers and pillowcases. Explore the range of sleep essentials at Damart to find comfortable and stylish bedding to suit your bedroom.
Summer bedroom décor ideas
If you’re looking for ways to update your bedroom this summer, we have plenty of summer bedroom décor ideas to brighten up the space.
Summer bedding and soft furnishings
Bedding and soft furnishings are some of the easiest ways to refresh your bedroom décor on a budget. Printed bedding sets in bright florals and sunny shades are perfect for summer, while cushions and lightweight throws in complementary colours will add the finishing touches to your bed. Learn more about how to decorate a bed in our guide.
Bedroom accessories
Bedroom accessories are another great way to spruce up your space for summer. Whether vases with fresh seasonal flowers, evergreen plants, wall art or home fragrance, these items add a personal touch to your bedroom.
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