Are darker sheets hotter?

Darker sheets may sleep hotter than lighter colors. This is because dark colors are known to absorb and trap heat quicker. If your bedroom gets significant amounts of sunlight during the day, it's possible it will retain the heat and dissipate it later when you sleep. That being said, the bed sheet type and material will affect how hot you sleep more. If your dark bed sheets are made of a cooling fabric like bamboo, it's likely you'll sleep just fine without overheating. White sheets made of heavy, unbreathable polyester will make you overheat no matter how bright they are.

What color sheets make a room look bigger?

While bed sheet colors may have an effect on your sleep, they'll also impact your bedroom. Certain bed sheet colors will make a room look bigger . Experts suggest warm neutrals will optically expand a room. Beige, ecru, and blush will draw the eye in while not distracting from the rest of the room. Lighter colors will make things feel further away and ceilings higher, whereas darker colors will shorten a room and focus the attention to the bed.

Are light or dark bed sheets best for sleep? Experts advise

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By Louise Oliphant

published 7 May 2023

in Advice

Louise is your eCommerce Editor and sleep specialist to help you wind down well. A connoisseur of the mattress world, Louise previously covered sleep and wellness (as well as the occasional organizational buy) at Real Homes, and has tried, tested, and reviewed some of the buys for your bedroom. With an MA in International Journalism and PR experience, Louise brings bags of bedding expertise and enjoys nothing more than helping readers find solutions and products that best suit their sleep needs.

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