As a heat dome brings sweltering temperatures and high humidity to large parts of the US this week, many people are finding that keeping their bedroom cool is only half the battle. Even with the fan running, mattresses, pillows, and bedding can retain heat, making it difficult to fall asleep and stay comfortable through the night.
If you've already taken steps to keep a home cool or researched the best ways to keep a bedroom cool, you may still find yourself waking up hot and uncomfortable. That's because your mattress, bedding, and even your pillow can trap body heat long after the air in the room has cooled.