How to sleep cooler at night: Top mattresses and mattress pads with cooling features
Warm nights and a bedroom that feels too hot can make it difficult to feel comfortable in bed. Cooling top mattresses and mattress pads have features designed to help manage excess heat and keep you cooler while you sleep.
What is a cooling top mattress or mattress pad?
A cooling top mattress or mattress pad is designed to help you feel cooler when you get too warm in bed. Depending on the product, it may feature materials that feel cool to the touch or technologies designed to help regulate temperature.
“Cooling properties can be achieved in different ways, depending on the materials and construction of the product. Some fabrics contain fibres that help lead heat away from the body, while technologies such as microcapsules can absorb, store and release heat to help regulate temperature. Gel foam is another option, as its gel beads and open-cell structure can help improve airflow and lead excess heat away.”
– Berna B. Larsen, Category Manager for mattresses, JYSK
Who would benefit from a cooling top mattress or mattress pad?
A cooling top mattress or mattress pad may be worth considering if you:
- Often wake up feeling too warm
- Sweat during the night
- Sleep in a warm bedroom
- Share a bed with someone who tends to feel warm while sleeping
- Prefer a cooler sleeping surface
Cooling top mattress vs cooling mattress pad: What's the difference?
A cooling top mattress and a cooling mattress pad serve different purposes. The right choice depends on whether you want to change the comfort of your bed, protect its surface, or both.
- Choose a cooling top mattress if you want to add a layer of comfort to your bed, with a wider range of cooling features to choose from.
- Choose a cooling mattress pad if you want to protect your sleeping surface while benefiting from cooling features available in selected options.
Can you use a cooling top mattress and a cooling mattress pad together?
Yes, you can use a cooling top mattress and a mattress pad together, provided they are the same size. The top mattress adds a layer of comfort, while the mattress pad can help protect both the top mattress and the mattress underneath, which means they complement each other well. Both products can have cooling features, which may help you feel cooler while you sleep, depending on their materials and construction.
Which top mattress is best if you feel too warm or sweat a lot during sleep?
If you often feel too warm in bed, a top mattress with cooling features may help you sleep more comfortably. There is no single best top mattress for everyone who sweats a lot during sleep, as the right choice depends on the product's materials, construction, and features, as well as your personal preferences.
Some top mattresses have fabric covers that feel cool to the touch, while others feature materials such as gel foam, which can help improve airflow and lead excess heat away. Some products also use microcapsules designed to absorb, store, and release heat to help regulate temperature.
Consider which features best suit your needs and compare the materials and properties listed in individual product descriptions before choosing a top mattress. You can also ask our staff at your local JYSK store or contact our customer service for further guidance.
What can you do to sleep cooler at night?
A cooling top mattress or mattress pad may help you feel more comfortable in bed, but there are other ways to stay cooler while you sleep:
- Keep your bedroom cool: Open the windows when the outdoor air is cooler than the air inside. Close curtains or blinds during the day to keep direct sunlight out.
- Choose breathable bedding: Use lightweight bedding made from breathable materials, such as cotton, to help you feel more comfortable when it's warm.
- Switch to a lighter duvet or blanket: If your duvet feels too warm, switch to a thinner duvet or a light blanket. On particularly hot nights, you may prefer to sleep with just a duvet cover or a thin sheet to avoid getting too warm under the covers.
- Consider your top mattress and mattress pad: If you often feel too warm while sleeping, look for a top mattress or mattress pad with cooling features designed to help you feel cooler.
Your pillow can also affect how warm you feel while sleeping. A pillow with cooling features may help you feel cooler around your head. Learn more in our guide to cooling pillows.
Explore our top mattresses and mattress pads with cooling features
Looking for a way to stay cooler at night? Explore our full range of top mattresses and mattress pads to find a cooling option that suits your needs and preferences.
Want to learn more before choosing? Read our ultimate guide to top mattresses for more information on their benefits, features, and what to consider when buying.
