Cooling Mattresses & Temperature Regulating Sleep Solutions

What is a Cooling Mattress and How Does it Work?

A cooling mattress is specially designed with breathable materials and heat-dissipating technologies that help regulate body temperature throughout the night.

Common cooling features include:

• Gel-infused foams that draw heat away from the body
• Open-cell memory foam structures that improve airflow
• Moisture-wicking comfort layers
• Breathable covers and fabrics
• Ventilated coil systems in hybrid mattresses
• Naturally breathable materials such as latex and wool

Unlike traditional mattresses that can trap heat, a mattress that keeps you cool works to encourage airflow and reduce heat build-up around the sleep surface.

Why is Temperature Regulation Important for Sleep?

Your body naturally needs to cool down slightly in order to fall asleep and stay asleep. When your mattress or bedding retains excess heat, it can lead to:

• Restlessness during the night
• Frequent waking
• Night sweats
• Difficulty falling asleep
• Reduced sleep quality

For hot sleepers, people experiencing menopause, those prone to night sweats, or anyone sleeping in a warm bedroom, a temperature regulating mattress can make a significant difference to overnight comfort.

What is the Best Type of Mattress to Keep Cool?

The best type of mattress to keep cool typically combines breathable construction with materials that help dissipate heat.

Popular options include:

Cooling Gel Mattresses

A cooling gel mattress uses gel-infused foam to absorb and disperse excess body heat. These mattresses help create a cooler sleep surface while still providing excellent pressure relief.

Cool Gel Memory Foam Mattresses

A cool gel memory foam mattress, like those in our iGel collection, combines the contouring comfort of memory foam with cooling technology. This allows sleepers to enjoy body-hugging support without the heat retention traditionally associated with memory foam.

Hybrid Mattresses

Hybrid mattresses pair supportive coils with comfort layers designed for airflow and temperature regulation. The open structure of pocket springs encourages continuous ventilation, making hybrids a popular choice for hot sleepers.

Latex Mattresses

Natural latex is inherently breathable and responsive. It promotes airflow throughout the mattress and offers a cooler sleeping experience without compromising on support.

What is the Best Cooling Mattress You Can Buy?

The best cooling mattress for you will depend on your preferred comfort level, sleeping position and support needs.

When shopping for a cooling mattress, look for features such as:

• Cooling gel layers
• Open-cell or perforated foams
• Breathable comfort fillings
• Individually wrapped pocket springs
• Moisture-wicking covers
• Naturally temperature-regulating materials

Our collection includes a range of cooling mattress designs, from plush cool gel memory foam mattresses to supportive hybrid mattresses and naturally breathable latex models.

Do Cooling Mattresses Help with Night Sweats?

Many people find that cooling mattresses help reduce the discomfort associated with night sweats.

A temperature control mattress can help by:

• Drawing heat away from the body
• Improving airflow around the sleep surface
• Reducing moisture build-up
• Supporting more consistent temperature regulation throughout the night

For those experiencing menopause, hormonal changes, or naturally sleeping hot, a cooling mattress can help create a more comfortable sleep environment.

Who are Cooling Mattresses Best Suited For?

Cooling mattresses and temperature regulating sleep products can be particularly beneficial for:

• Hot sleepers
• People prone to night sweats
• Menopausal women
• Couples with different temperature preferences
• Those living in warmer homes
• Anyone looking for a cooler sleep environment during summer months

Which Mattress Materials are Best for Hot Sleepers?

Several mattress materials stand out for their cooling properties:

Gel-Infused Memory Foam

Featured in many cooling gel mattresses and cool gel memory foam mattresses, gel-infused foam helps disperse heat while maintaining pressure-relieving comfort.

Hybrid Coil Systems

Pocket springs encourage airflow throughout the mattress, making hybrid mattresses an excellent choice for temperature regulation.

Natural Latex

Naturally breathable and moisture resistant, latex promotes airflow and helps maintain a fresher sleep environment.

Wool and Natural Fibres

Wool is particularly effective at wicking away moisture and helping regulate body temperature throughout the night.

Breathable Covers

Many temperature regulating mattresses feature moisture-wicking covers designed to improve airflow and maintain comfort.

What Types of Bedding Help Keep You Cool?

Your mattress is only one part of the sleep environment.

Cooling bedding can further enhance overnight comfort through breathable fabrics and moisture management.

Look for:

• Bamboo bedding
• Tencel™ bedding
• Cotton percale sheets
• Cooling pillows
• Lightweight duvets
• Cooling mattress toppers

A lower tog duvet (around 4.5 tog) is often ideal during warmer months.

Do You Put Sheets on a Cooling Mattress?

Yes. You should always use sheets on a cooling mattress.

To maximise the performance of a cooling mattress, choose lightweight, breathable bedding materials such as:

• Cotton percale
• Bamboo
• Linen
• Tencel™

These fabrics complement the cooling properties of your mattress by encouraging airflow and helping wick moisture away from the body.

Heavy, synthetic bedding may reduce the effectiveness of a mattress designed to keep you cool.

Is a Cooling Mattress Topper a Good Alternative?

If you're not ready to replace your mattress, a cooling mattress topper can be an excellent way to improve comfort.

Cooling toppers can:

• Increase airflow
• Add temperature regulation
• Improve pressure relief
• Refresh an older mattress

Options featuring breathable fibres, airflow technology or latex can help create a cooler sleep surface without the need for a full mattress replacement.

Can I Use a Cooling Mattress on My Current Bed Frame?

Yes. Most cooling mattresses are compatible with standard UK bed frames, divans and slatted bases.

For optimal airflow, ensure your bed frame allows adequate ventilation beneath the mattress. Slatted bases with gaps of less than 7cm are typically recommended.

Find Your Perfect Cooling Mattress at Bensons

Whether you're searching for a cooling gel mattress, a cool memory foam mattress, a hybrid temperature control mattress or naturally breathable latex, our Sleep Cool collection has been designed to help you stay comfortable throughout the night.

Explore our range of cooling mattresses, cooling bedding, pillows and mattress toppers to create a sleep environment that keeps you cool, supported and comfortable every season.

Shop online or visit your local Bensons store to discover the cooling sleep solution that's right for you.