The Coolest Sleep of Your Life Starts Here

🧊 5 Ways to Instantly Cool Down Your Sleep

Do you wake up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat?
Do you flip your pillow a dozen times trying to find “the cool side”?

You're not broken.
You're just sleeping too hot—and it's ruining your recovery, mood, energy, and health.

Here at Modern Mattress, we’ve helped thousands of hot sleepers finally find peace (and chill) again. Let’s break down the top 5 things you can do tonight to start sleeping cooler and waking up recharged.

1. Turn Down the Heat: 65°F is Your Magic Number

Most people are sleeping in rooms that are 3–5 degrees too warm—and that tiny difference is enough to keep your body in light sleep all night long.

Here’s why:
When you fall asleep, your body’s core temperature naturally drops. That drop is what triggers the deepest phases of sleep—where healing, muscle repair, and memory formation happen.

But if your bedroom is too warm? Your body can’t cool down fast enough… and your brain stays on high alert.

✅ What to do:

• Set your thermostat to 65°F (18°C)

• Use a fan to circulate air (even better: put a bowl of ice in front of it!)

• Open a window for cool night air

• Use blackout curtains to block daytime heat buildup

Sleep is not just about soft sheets. It’s about working with your biology.

2. Upgrade That Heat-Trapping Mattress

Here’s the uncomfortable truth:
Most budget mattresses (especially old-school memory foam) absorb heat and hold it hostage. They’re like sleeping on a warm sponge.

That’s a nightmare for anyone who runs warm or sleeps next to a partner who does.

At Modern Mattress, we’ve worked with Canadian manufacturers to develop Lotus cooling mattresses built for our Saskatchewan seasons.

🛏️ What makes them different?

• Open-cell, breathable foams that release heat instead of trapping it

• Cooling gel layers that actively regulate your body temperature

• Moisture-wicking fabrics that keep you dry even on the hottest nights

• Designed, tested, and perfected right here in Canada

This isn’t luxury — this is functional sleep tech that changes how you feel when you wake up.

3. Ditch the Overheating Pillow (Seriously, It’s Time)

Your head and neck play a huge role in how your body regulates temperature. If your pillow holds heat, it acts like a heat anchor, making it harder for your body to cool down—even if the rest of the bed is breathable.

This is why many people wake up with night sweats or headaches… and never realize it’s their pillow.

💨 The Fix:

Swap to a gel-infused cooling pillow that disperses heat and stays cool all night long.
Ours are engineered to:

• Pull heat away from your head

• Allow airflow through the center

• Reduce pressure on your neck and shoulders

Cooling pillows are like mini air conditioners for your brain. And once you try one, you’ll never go back.

4. Wear Breathable Sleepwear—or Nothing at All

Let’s get personal.
What you wear to bed matters more than you think.

Many people sleep in heavy cotton, fleece, or synthetic blends that trap heat and moisture against the skin. This creates a warm, sticky microclimate that messes with your body’s ability to cool down.

Even worse? Some of those fabrics are actually insulating, making it harder for you to lower your core temperature.

👕 What to wear instead:

• Bamboo, Tencel™, or light cotton PJs

• Loose-fitting, breathable cuts

• Or go full minimalist and sleep nude under a breathable sheet set

Your skin needs to breathe at night.
Pair the right fabric with our Lotus cool-to-the-touch sheets and it’s a match made in heaven.

5. Elevate Your Legs with an Adjustable Base

Most people think adjustable beds are just for “watching Netflix” or helping with snoring.
But here’s the real magic: elevating your legs cools you down.

Why?
Because poor circulation (especially in your legs and feet) can trap heat. When you raise your legs above your heart in a zero-gravity position, you improve blood flow, reduce swelling, and lower overall body temperature.

Plus, there’s no heat trapped between your legs when you’re in that weightless position. Just cool air and spinal alignment.

⚡ Bonus Benefits:

• Less tossing and turning

• Fewer pressure points = deeper sleep

• Customizable comfort for side-sleepers, back-sleepers, or combo sleepers

At Modern Mattress, we call these Game Changers for a reason.

🔁 BONUS TIP: Layer Smart with Cooling Sleep Accessories

Want to go next-level? Layer your bed with:

• Moisture-wicking mattress protectors

• Breathable cooling sheet sets

• Cool-touch duvets designed for hot sleepers

Small upgrades = massive difference.

🌙 Final Thoughts: You Deserve Better Sleep… and a Cooler Night’s Rest

Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s life support.
You can’t hustle your way out of sleep debt. You can’t cold shower your way through fatigue.

But you can invest in the right cooling sleep system and transform your nights into something magical.

🛍️ Ready to Chill Out for Real?

👉 FIND A STORE NEAR YOU and come test our cooling sleep essentials in person.
👉 SHOP COOLING ESSENTIALS ONLINE — from pillows to mattresses and everything in between.
👉 TAKE OUR MATTRESS QUIZ to discover the perfect cool-sleep match for your body, budget, and sleep habits.

Because better sleep starts with smarter choices. And staying cool? That’s the first step. ❄️