Hot, restless nights don’t have to be the norm this summer. At BedsRus, we believe true rest begins when your bed feels just right - and that means a summer sleep that is cool, comfortable, and balanced.
With warmer nights on the horizon, now’s the perfect time to explore cooling mattresses and pillows designed to help you sleep soundly through every season.
In this Snooze Blog, we’ll explore why sleeping cool matters, how Sleepyhead’s innovative cooling technologies (such as KülKōte and OptiTemp) help regulate temperature, and how to choose the best cooling mattress or pillow for your sleep style.
Why Sleeping Cool Makes All the Difference
When it comes to great sleep, body temperature plays a key role. If your sleep surface is too hot or cold, it can interrupt your natural sleep cycles - including REM (Rapid Eye Movement), the deep stage of sleep that helps restore your body and mind.
During the day, your skin temperature typically sits around 33–34°C, but the sweet spot for deep sleep is closer to 29°C. That small drop helps your body relax and drift into deeper, more restorative rest, meaning you’ll wake feeling refreshed and recharged.
What Makes a Good Cooling Mattress?
Luckily for Kiwi sleepers, Sleepyhead has spent years developing advanced temperature-regulating mattress technologies, designed specifically for New Zealand’s warm summers and chilly winters. Here’s how they work:
KülKōte:
KülKōte uses breathable, eco-friendly microcapsules that absorb and release heat as needed, keeping your mattress surface at an ideal 29°C (compared to around 35°C on standard mattresses). This clever tech helps balance body temperature for a cooler, more comfortable night’s sleep.
OptiTemp:
OptiTemp takes it a step further by combining KülKōte’s cooling power with heat-conductive bands that draw warmth away from your body, even as you move through the night or as room temperatures change.
Breathable Layers & Covers:
Materials matter too. Cooling mattresses often feature moisture-wicking fabrics like cotton, bamboo, wool, and TENCEL, which promote airflow and help reduce heat build-up. You’ll find these natural, breathable layers in many of our Sleepyhead cooling mattresses and pillows, available both online and in-store at BedsRus.
Choosing the Right Cooling Mattress or Pillow for You
Everyone is unique, and has a different ideal sleep temperature. However, choosing the right cooling mattress or pillow can significantly improve your comfort. Whether you tend to sleep hot, live in a humid climate, or simply want to stay comfortable throughout the year, BedsRus offers a variety of options to match your sleeping style.
Our curated range of cooling beds, mattresses, and pillows are designed for Kiwi sleepers who value comfort and performance, and can help you sleep cool this summer and keep cosy through cooler nights. Explore our full collection of cooling mattresses and pillows here to find your perfect match for a refreshing night’s rest.