As Spring Daylight Saving Time pulled your clocks forward an hour on Sunday night, the days are certainly feeling longer, lighter, and brighter, and that lost hour may be leaving you feeling lethargic as your body adjusts to the new circadian rhythm of spring.If your sleep space doesn't have blackout blinds or curtains, you'll be feeling this shift more than most, which is why the no-drill, easy-to-install magnetic GoDear Design Blackout Roman Shade from Lowe's is so useful. Its stylish and timeless design means no disruption to your bedroom's aesthetic while it effectively blocks up to 99.9% of light.You don't need to let bright mornings ruin your weekend sleep-ins, as darkening your bedroom space will help you sleep better during spring and summer, and with this design, which attaches to any surface without tools in a matter of minutes, it's a quick task with big pay off.
This Stylish Magnetic Solution Blocks Light on Spring Mornings
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You don't have to permanently switch out your window treatments for spring and summer. These tasteful, tailored-looking blinds are magnetic, easy to install, and available in multiple size options to fit and suit any space.
All too often, blackout blinds I've come across when browsing online have been either unsightly or tricky to install. But brighter mornings may have left you in need of a spring sleep reset, which is where the GoDear Design Blackout Roman Shade, available at Lowe's in a chic 'Vanilla' shade, might be just what you need.Of course, as useful as they may be, bedroom window treatments also need to look good. These blinds are discreet, durable, and effortlessly easy to install, even if you're not particularly handy or skilled at DIY.As one five-star verified review, from Josie, says, 'They were so easy to install and give the room a great updated look.' Another calls them 'so slick looking,' and adds, 'These blinds are very well made and are so easy to install.'Most importantly, though, appearances aside, these blinds will help you to get better, deeper rest – as the Sleep Editor here at Homes & Gardens, I know how impactful a dark sleep space truly is.
Why It Works
Patti Read, certified sleep coach and the owner of Goldilocks Sleep Solutions, agrees. 'I always tell my clients that blackout window covers are going to be their best friend,' she says.'The light our eyes sense sends signals to our brain about what time of day it is and which hormones our body should be producing or suppressing. At sleep times, we want our sleepy hormone, melatonin, to be high. In the morning, when we need to wake up, we want our cortisol levels to be higher than our melatonin, so we don’t feel groggy and sluggish as we start the day.'The challenge is that after sleeping all night long, our eyes are very sensitive to any light signals they receive in the middle of the night or early morning. 'When spring mornings bring sunshine into our rooms earlier than we actually need to wake up, our bodies can struggle to stay asleep once our eyes detect that light. This is why blackout window covers are key – they help keep light out until the time we actually want it to come in and hit our eyes to support waking up,' which is why they're the best blinds to use in a bedroom space.
Useful All Year
When you do want to fill your bedroom with natural light, the GoDear Design Blackout Roman Shade can be smoothly and quietly opened and held in place with the magnetic lift system, and they're easy to clean, too – simply dust regularly with a soft cloth.These blackout blinds aren't just suitable for spring and summer, either. In fall and winter, they'll do wonders to keep you warm while you sleep, while keeping them down in warmer weather will allow the shade to keep your home cool, even without air-conditioning.That's because this added layer will work with your other window treatments, such as voiles, linens, valances, curtains, or shutters to keep heat in or out, allowing for lower energy bills and better comfort, whatever the temperature outside.
Shop My Spring Sleep Essentials
Below, I've curated six spring sleep essentials to shop, from blackout silk eye masks and blackout blind alternatives to sunrise alarms and pillow sprays, all of which are designed to help you get deeper, more restorative sleep throughout the months of warmer weather.
If white is not to your taste, these magnetic blinds are also available in turquoise (the gray is currently sold out). As they're a no-drill solution, they're also suitable for rentals and take minutes to install.
This face-hugging, adjustable face mask is ideal if you sleep best in total darkness. As it's made of silk, it's also soft and comfortable, and it's available in 15 colors and patterns.
This IKEA blackout blind blocks light from shining through and completely darkens your room. The honeycomb structure also creates a hidden layer of insulation.
For when you want to wake up to a brighter bedroom space on your own terms, this alarm clock fills your room with a sunrise light and also features relaxing soundscapes to help you get to sleep.
This is my favorite pillow spray at the moment. Lavender scents are among the best to help you drift off to sleep, and this one also features chamomile and patchouli for a serene scent experience.
I'd always recommend swapping out your bedding for the new season. This percale duvet cover from Quince is naturally cooling and breathable, even to the hottest of sleepers.
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Do you know about the best sleep hacks to help you effortlessly drift off to sleep? You can also lean into Feng Shui this year for calm throughout your home, or invest in home technology innovations that actually aid sleep.For more sleep content, you can sign up for our newsletter so you never miss the latest features.
