Are cooling mattress toppers worth it?
While cooling sheets and lightweight comforters offer some relief from overheating, cooling mattress toppers are another great solution for hot sleepers. The extra layer of memory foam or plush filling will add softness and comfort—and they cost a fraction of the price of a brand-new cooling mattress.
Do cooling pads for beds work?
If this sounds familiar, cooling mattress toppers and pads can help you sleep cooler. They work by absorbing excess body heat and keeping it away from skin. Cooling toppers are also much less expensive than cooling mattresses.
How do I cool myself down at night?
How to Cool Down Before Bed
- Take a warm shower or bath.
- Freeze a washcloth.
- Eat smaller meals close to bedtime.
- Freeze a water bottle.
- Cool off pulse points with ice packs.
- Keep the blinds shut during the day.
- Limit alcohol before bed.
- Exercise in the morning.
Can you get a cooling mattress topper?
Cooling mattress toppers can be made of latex, wool, gel memory foam, or other materials that draw heat away from the sleeper. They are usually 2 to 4 inches thick and designed to lie on top of your mattress, providing a cooler surface for your body to interact with.
How can I stay cool at night?
If you tend to get hot in your sleep, try incorporating some of the below tips into your nightly routine.
- Take a warm shower or bath.
- Freeze a washcloth.
- Eat smaller meals close to bedtime.
- Freeze a water bottle.
- Cool off pulse points with ice packs.
- Keep the blinds shut during the day.
- Limit alcohol before bed.
How do you cool a mattress topper?
How to Keep Cool With a Memory Foam Topper
- Add a Mattress Pad for a Breathable Layer. The simplest solution for cooling down your memory foam topper is to place a mattress pad over it.
- Improve Air Movement With a Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper.
- Choose Moisture Wicking Sheets.
- Try a Memory Foam Pillow.
- Turn Down the Heat.