Heatwave: Linen Sheets for a Better Night’s Sleep
The start of summer in France is marked by a heatwave affecting most regions. While this means we can enjoy the beach, sunshine, and holidays, it can also seriously impact the quality of our sleep. Indeed, when temperatures remain high at night, it becomes difficult to sleep well because our body temperature doesn’t drop either.
During a heatwave, our first instinct is often to buy a fan and set it up in the bedroom. However, this isn’t necessarily the best solution.
Using a fan during the day poses no problem, but at night, it’s not advisable to leave it running. In fact, the air it circulates dries out your eyes, throat, and sinuses, which leads your body to produce more mucus.
As a result, you wake up with a blocked nose and a headache… However, there are a few simple, natural and eco-friendly tips you can try for a better night’s sleep when it’s hot, such as swapping your duvet for linen sheets.
A breathable fabric offering a feeling of freshness
A natural fibre, linen has many advantages, some of which are particularly valuable when the summer heat sets in.
Hypoallergenic and antibacterial, this fabric feels soothing against the skin and is renowned for its thermoregulatory properties. While in winter, its hollow fibres insulate and provide warmth, in summer, these same fibres help keep you cool. During a heatwave, linen really makes all the difference! And as a breathable fabric, it absorbs up to 20% of its weight in water, reducing the sensation of perspiration. What’s more, linen fibres are extremely durable and stand up well to frequent washing.
Choosing a flat sheet: a simple tip for sleeping well in the heat
When it’s hot, some people sleep simply on a fitted sheet, while others can’t do without a covering. In this case, it’s best to remove your duvet – even a thin one quickly becomes too warm – and replace it with a linen flat sheet. This is lighter and provides greater comfort and freshness. And as you’ll see on our online shop, it comes in a range of colours and sizes, for both single and double beds. By choosing just a linen flat sheet, you’ll fall asleep more easily and more quickly. And to further improve your chances of a good night’s sleep, why not also opt for a linen pillowcase?