For those prone to nightly hot flashes, finding an ideal mattress requires temperature regulation features. Be on the lookout for options with cool, breathable covers and cooling technologies such as proprietary foams.
This hybrid mattress boasts a phase-change cover and cooling infusions throughout its layers to dissipate heat away from your body, as well as being delivered right to your door in just a box!
Hybrid or innerspring
Hybrid mattresses provide hot sleepers with the best of both worlds, combining airflow and cooling benefits from traditional innerspring with memory foam layers for ultimate comfort. Many models also feature phase-changing technology which adjusts its temperature depending on your body temperature.
These hybrid mattresses tend to cost more than their innerspring counterparts, yet often outlive them due to the durable upper layers that protect coils. Hybrid models also provide greater firmness choices than innerspring models, making them suitable for a wider variety of body weights and sleeping positions.
Lightweight combination sleepers may prefer hybrid beds since the memory foam and spring layers provide them with all of the softness they require without incurring more costly innerspring costs. On the other hand, heavier individuals might appreciate having access to extra support that an innerspring mattress can offer them in case of back pain or chronic issues.
Back sleepers looking for firm mattresses to support the natural curve of their spine will likely prefer firm beds that provide enough support and prevent their upper back from sinking too far into the mattress, while stomach sleepers might prefer plusher mattresses with enough pushback support to maintain proper alignment in their lower back.
The Casper Wave mattress is an ideal choice for combination sleepers due to its unique bouncy surface that facilitates effortless transitioning among three main sleeping positions. Unfortunately, however, its durability falls short compared to some hybrid mattresses and you might wish to consider another model instead.
The Nolah Evolution mattress is another versatile hybrid mattress designed for combination sleepers. With premium materials and exceptional support, its luxurious feel provides a luxurious sleeping experience. Recommended for heavy individuals and those suffering back pain due to its zoned support design, the Nolah Evolution also boasts a cool sleep surface featuring tiny holes that draw away excess heat during sleep.
Quilted or non-quilted cover
Mattress covers play a critical role in creating an ideal sleeping surface. For optimal cooling results, the ideal cooling mattresses use covers made from breathable fabrics like cotton and viscose derived from bamboo that help regulate temperature better than synthetic fabrics while also wicking away sweat effectively. If budget constraints make a new mattress unattainable, cooling mattress toppers and pads offer viable alternatives.
When purchasing a mattress, it’s essential to take your sleeping position and any joint pain into consideration. Side and back sleepers typically favor firmer mattresses that promote spine alignment while stomach sleepers usually do well on softer ones that cradle their bodies.
If you suffer from back or hip pain, seek a medium-firm mattress to support the natural curve of your spine. Side sleepers should opt for a soft to medium-soft mattress which adapts to body contours, while hybrid or memory foam mattresses with pressure relieving features can be beneficial as well.
The Bear Star Hybrid features a hand-quilted fiber cover utilizing Celliant and HydroCool technology for infrared lighting, which converts kinetic energy to infrared rays to promote circulation while decreasing inflammation. Copper-infused memory foam and individually wrapped coils provide sturdy support. Rated 6/10 on firmness scale. Soft to medium feel.
Foam mattresses can often overheat during sleep, but this Serta mattress features cooling properties to draw heat away from sleepers’ bodies. The phase change material infused into its construction helps keep things cooler by absorbing excess moisture; additionally, its Tencel cover wicks sweat away for extra cooling effects.
The Eight Sleep Pod mattress is the optimal cooling mattress for those seeking total control over their nighttime temperature. Equipped with a smart cover that can be remotely adjusted with mobile app controls to regulate cooling or heating settings as desired, water flows through its network of tubes in the cover and into an integral unit next to your bed where it goes where needed.
Memory foam
Memory foam used to be considered an all-night nightmare for hot sleepers; however, over the past several years it has come a long way in terms of cooling technology. Today many mattress companies use open-celled memory foam infused with copper, gel or airflow technologies in order to keep sleepers cool at night – these innovations provide an array of choices when searching for mattresses suitable for hot sleeping environments.
One of the primary characteristics to look out for in a quality memory foam mattress is its density. Higher density foam tends to retain its form better and resist sagging over time; however, such high-density options may be too firm for some hot sleepers.
Memory foam’s density can be measured by how much pressure is necessary to compress it by 25%, known as its Indentation Load Deflection (ILD) number. Ultimately, the lower this number is, the softer will be the foam.
Ventilation should also be a key component in choosing the ideal mattress. Some manufacturers cut memory foam with micro-holes for improved breathability; this allows easier bedtime movements while helping regulate internal temperatures.
Other manufacturers use phase change material to keep their memory foam cool. Graphite is an ideal material to help absorb body heat and keep you feeling refreshed throughout the night, making this technology suitable for Bear Star Hybrid cooling technology (a layer of graphite and Celliant textile that converts kinetic energy to infrared light).
If you are still uncertain which mattress would best meet your needs, check out our comprehensive guide to selecting a memory foam mattress. Here, you will find helpful information regarding cooling memory foam mattresses suitable for every budget as well as an in-depth buyer’s guide with tips for getting the most out of your new bed.
Hybrid mattresses can be an ideal choice for hot sleepers who desire the support and comfort of memory foam without suffering overheating issues. Casper offers one such mattress with its hybrid construction which combines innerspring coils with memory foam layers, offering a responsive sleep feel while remaining breathable during use. Furthermore, this mattress comes with multiple firmness levels to meet most sleeper’s needs.
Pillow
An effective mattress needs an equally effective pillow. Sleepers require something that supports their spine, alleviates pressure points and fits snugly against their head and neck, as well as one which regulates temperature by keeping heat from penetrating into their bodies while asleep. Selecting an ideal pillow also serves to regulate temperature by keeping heat out.
Cotton, memory foam and synthetic fill pillows are three of the most frequently used pillow types. Synthetic fill pillows typically made from polyester fabric are hypoallergenic and machine washable – however, they don’t contour to your head and neck as effectively over time and may become flat over time due to moisture absorption which leads to mildew build-up and an unpleasant odor.
Memory foam pillows provide support and pressure relief while conforming to a sleeper’s head and neck for support and pressure relief. Unfortunately, due to its density and close hug, memory foam pillows may cause heat retention; as such, many have gel infusions or an integrated cooling system built-in that help keep sleepers cool throughout the night. They may also have an initial smell due to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) left from manufacturing processes which tends to dissipate after some days in well ventilated environments.
Water pillows, which contain hydro-gel for extra support and cushioning, are another popular type. While they’re easier to maintain than traditional pillow materials and more firm in comparison with their predecessors, water pillows tend to trap heat more effectively and mold and mildew build-up may become an issue for those suffering from allergies or respiratory conditions.
Side sleepers require pillows with higher loft and medium firmness for optimal sleeping comfort, to keep the head and neck aligned with the body and avoid strain on shoulder muscles. In addition, this high loft will prevent shoulder sinkage which could result in stiff or sore necks in the morning.
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