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Hot summer nights shouldn’t mean sleepless, sticky nights.
In the UK, where air conditioning isn’t a standard feature in homes, keeping your bedroom cool can be a serious summer challenge.

The good news?
You can beat the heat — naturally — with smart techniques (and the right blinds).

Let’s dive into practical, easy ways to stay cool at night — without needing a bulky (and expensive) AC unit.

🌡️ Why Bedrooms Overheat in Summer

First, let’s look at the causes:

• Direct sunlight: Windows absorb and radiate heat inside.
• Poor airflow: Bedrooms often trap hot air.
• External temperatures: Even nighttime lows in summer are warmer now, especially during heatwaves.

Without action, your bedroom can feel 5–10°C hotter than the rest of the house — wrecking your sleep.

🛏️ Why a Cool Room = Better Sleep

Your body needs to drop its core temperature slightly to fall asleep and stay asleep.
When it’s too hot, you’ll:

• Toss and turn
• Wake up multiple times
• Spend less time in deep sleep
• Wake feeling unrefreshed

Experts recommend a bedroom temperature around 16–18°C for optimal sleep.
Anything much hotter? Prepare for cranky mornings.

🛠️ 7 Ways to Cool Your Bedroom Naturally

Here’s how you can win the summer sleep battle without installing air conditioning:

1. Install Blackout Blinds (the Smart Way)
   Regular blinds or curtains often let heat and light sneak in.
   BlindsInABox blackout blinds block sunlight completely — helping reduce heat gain and keeping your bedroom cooler by several degrees.

Bonus? You’ll also block the early sunrise that tries to wake you at 5 AM!

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2. Keep Blinds Down During the Day
   It’s tempting to fling open the windows and blinds to enjoy the light.
   But during peak heat hours (12–6 PM), you should keep your blackout blinds fully closed to prevent solar radiation from heating your room.
3. Open Windows Strategically
   Open windows when it’s cooler outside than inside — usually early morning and late evening.
   Use a fan to pull cooler air in and push hot air out.
4. Use Light Cotton Bedding
   Swap out heavy duvets for lightweight cotton sheets.
   Breathable, moisture-wicking materials will help your body stay cooler overnight.
5. Sleep Lower to the Ground
   Hot air rises.
   If you have the option, place your mattress closer to the floor or sleep on a low bedframe during heatwaves.
6. Stay Hydrated Before Bedtime
   Drink a glass of water about 30 minutes before sleep.
   A hydrated body regulates temperature better.
7. Turn Off Electronics
   Phones, laptops, and TVs emit heat.
   Unplug devices you’re not using to reduce the ambient warmth in your room.

🖤 Why BlindsInABox is the #1 Heat Hack for Renters and Homeowners

Many cooling tips help after the heat is already in.
Blackout blinds prevent most of that heat from entering your room in the first place.

✅ Block 99% of light and heat
✅ Install without tools (perfect for renters!)
✅ Instant cooler, darker rooms
✅ Save energy by reducing need for fans and AC

BlindsInABox is the simplest, fastest, most renter-friendly way to control your sleep environment all summer long.

💸 Save 25% This May!

It gets even better — for a limited time, you can save 25% off all BlindsInABox blinds — no code needed!
Perfect timing to prep your room for the heat ahead.

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🎯 Stay Cool, Sleep Deep

Summer sleep shouldn’t feel like a sweaty battle.
With the right setup, you can enjoy cool, deep, restful nights — even during a heatwave.

Small changes like installing blackout blinds make a huge difference.
So this May, invest in your summer comfort (and your health) with BlindsInABox.

Stay cool. Stay dark. Sleep better.
You deserve it.

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