A lack of sleep is linked to a whole host of health problems from depression and anxiety to hypertension, obesity, stroke, and heart attack. So, while missing out on sleep doesn’t seem like that big of a deal, it actually is a huge deal. The quality of your sleep is closely tied to your surrounding environment, so make sure your bedroom is a relaxing oasis that is conducive to restful sleep. From getting a white noise machine to installing replacement windows in your Tucson, AZ bedroom, these tips can help you sleep better.
While everyone has a slightly different ideal sleeping temperature, we all need something around 65 degrees Fahrenheit. This cool temperature mimics our bodies’ natural temperature dip when we sleep. Keep your bedroom at an ideal low temperature by installing the right kind of replacement window to help regulate the temperature. Windows can help keep the sun out during the day, which helps manage the temperature at night. They can also help lock in the cool air and keep your HVAC system from working too hard.
Bright lights from streetlights to the morning sun can mess up your sleep cycles and keep you from getting the rest you need. Keeping your bedroom as dark as possible will help make sure you’re sleeping well. That’s why installing the right kind of window treatment, like window blinds, can go a long way towards helping you sleep better. Blinds can be adjusted to let in no or just a little light, depending on your preferences, making it easy for you to fall asleep and stay asleep. Blinds can also help reduce noise pollution to make your bedroom even more relaxing.
White noise machines can block out loud or annoying sounds that can keep you up at night. Plus, once you’ve used one for a while, the sound of the machine can act as a cue to your brain that it’s time to go to sleep. This one is really hard, but it’s necessary. The bright lights from phones, tablets, TVs, and computers prevent our brains from shutting down at the end of the day and therefore keep us tossing and turning well into the night. Break the habit of scrolling right before bed by leaving your electronics in a different room. If you can’t leave it in another room, at least keep yourself off of it for at least 30 minutes before bedtime.
Sadly, over half of the people in North America don’t get the amount of quality of sleep they need. But creating a sleep oasis in your bedroom can go a long way towards improving your sleep. These are just a few of the ways you can make your bedroom perfect for getting a good night’s sleep.
If you want to learn more about how to make your bedroom better or how to add some Tucson, AZ replacement windows to your home, just call or visit Olander’s Window Replacement. We’re ready and waiting to help you find the best windows for your needs and wants.