SLEEP TIPS 2024
A good night's sleep ultimately starts with a supreme mattress, and at Gallery Furniture, we offer a wide selection of quality name-brand mattresses, including Tempur-Pedic, Sealy and Stearns & Foster. These top-of-the-line mattresses come in a variety of models that can cater to your every sleep need. So rest assured - we've got you and your sleep health covered.
In addition to a great mattress, there are further ways in which you can improve the quality and duration of your sleep, such as reducing your exposure to blue light before bed and creating a relaxing bedtime environment. Keep reading for more of our most effective sleep tips for your best sleep ever!
10 Sleep Tips for a Better Night's Sleep
Scientists have long recognized the benefits of sleeping well and have documented how it can affect everything from brain function to immune system efficiency. While consistent poor sleep is attributed to poor health, there are lots of things you can try to get the good night's sleep you deserve.
1: INCREASE YOUR DAYLIGHT EXPOSURE
Daylight helps your brain and body distinguish when to wake and sleep, so getting more sunlight can improve your sleep quality. Aim for two hours of sunlight exposure during the day for increased sleep efficiency. If getting enough daylight isn't practical, you might consider using artificial bright light for a better night's rest.
2. REDUCE YOUR BLUE LIGHT EXPOSURE BEFORE BED
Nowadays, most people are exposed to blue light during their waking hours because they switch between screens often. When you are exposed to blue light at night, it tricks your brain into thinking it's still daytime. So, to prevent blue light from interfering with your sleep, you can wear glasses that block out blue light or turn off the lights and television two hours before bed. If you like to go on your smartphone or laptop in the evenings, you could use an app that minimizes blue light exposure while using these devices.
3. CHOOSE A COMFORTABLE MATTRESS
One of the best sleep tips is to buy a comfortable mattress. A comfortable mattress is, without a doubt, a crucial factor in getting a good night's sleep. Gallery Furniture has a wide selection to suit your needs.
4. REDUCE YOUR NAP TIME
Short naps can help you feel re-energized and increase your focus throughout the day. But, getting long naps or taking them later in the afternoon can dramatically interfere with your sleep schedule. If you feel like you need to sleep during the day, make sure it's before 5pm and that it lasts no longer than 30 minutes. Following these rules will make your nap less likely to compromise good sleep during the night.
5. CONSIDER WHAT YOU EAT AND DRINK
Diet and eating habits can significantly affect your sleep quality. Eating a large meal close to bedtime will leave you feeling too uncomfortable to settle down for a good night's sleep. It's better to avoid big meals late in the evening, but avoid going to bed while you're hungry for the same reason. Also, if you enjoy coffee, make sure you have your last cup of the day at least six hours before you go to bed.
6. HAVE A SHOWER OR RELAXING BATH
A refreshing shower or relaxing bath is an effective sleep tip for settling down to a good night's rest. Research suggests taking a shower or bath 90 minutes before bedtime may help you fall asleep faster and improve the quality of your sleep.
7. CREATE A RELAXING ENVIRONMENT
A calm place to rest is essential for quality sleep. This involves a dark, quiet room and a comfortable bed for most people. If necessary, you can wear an eye mask to block out excess light. You may also choose to wear earplugs or have some white noise in the background to mask any unpleasant environmental sounds.
8. SET A COMFORTABLE BEDROOM TEMPERATURE
Trying to sleep when you're hot or too cold will affect your ability to fall and stay asleep. The optimal room temperature for most people is 60 to 67 degrees Fahrenheit, although this may vary slightly depending on the individual. If you struggle to maintain a cool temperature during the night, you should consider trying a mattress from the Tempur-Breeze Series. These sophisticated mattresses remove heat away from you while you sleep, keeping your body temperature cool during the night.
9. MANAGE YOUR WORRIES
Do you lay in bed worrying at night? If so, this is likely to affect your quality of sleep. However, you can tackle this issue by focusing on any concerns you have earlier in the day. Jot any troublesome worries down in a notebook and think of practical solutions. Write the solutions down too. This simple strategy should help you stop focusing on negative issues when you want to relax and sleep.
10. SET A CONSISTENT SLEEP SCHEDULE
Increase the likelihood of maintaining a good sleep routine by being consistent. Going to bed around the same time each night — even on weekends — will help establish a regular sleep pattern.
Gallery Furniture has a wide range of beds and mattresses available in-store and online. Choose your dream bed and mattress today for an optimal night's sleep. In addition, we offer same-day delivery and haul off of the mattress you're replacing when you spend $500 or more. Happy sleeping, and sweet dreams!
