Home / Tools / Hot Sleeper Bedroom ChecklistHot Sleeper Bedroom ChecklistWork from the room outward to the bed. Your progress is saved in this browser.Print checklist0 of 14 doneResetRoom and airflowBlock afternoon sun with blackout curtainsSet the bedroom a few degrees cooler than daytimePlace a fan for cross-ventilation, not only aimed at the bedSee: Best Bedroom Cooling Fans →Consider a portable AC for rooms that stay hot at nightSee: Best Portable AC for Bedroom →BeddingSwitch to percale, linen or lyocell sheetsSee: Best Cooling Sheets →Use a lightweight summer blanket or quiltSee: Best Lightweight Summer Blankets →Choose a breathable pillow and pillowcaseSee: Best Cooling Pillows →Pick moisture-wicking sleepwear, or noneSee: Best Moisture-Wicking Pajamas →MattressAdd a cooling topper if your foam mattress sleeps hotSee: Best Cooling Mattress Toppers →Use a breathable mattress protectorSee: Best Cooling Mattress Protectors →Consider an active bed cooling system for severe night sweatsSee: Best Bed Cooling Systems →HabitsTake a warm shower an hour or two before bedAvoid heavy meals and alcohol close to bedtimeTalk to a doctor if night sweats are new or severe