New Tempurpedic bed making me sweat :(
Jun 23, 2010 7:24 AM
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A few weeks ago we picked up our new Tempur. Wife sleeps well in it but I constantly am waking up because I'm sweating. I really enjoy the feel of these beds, but I'm wondering if its the mattress protector that is making things worse.

I know this is an issue with these beds, so I'm looking to see what I can do to try and make it cooler.....aside from returning it.


Any help is appreciated.

Re: New Tempurpedic bed making me sweat :(
Reply #1 Jun 23, 2010 3:30 PM
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Dormeir washable wool pad instead of the water proof protector they usually recommend.  This will keep you a lot dryer....if you still feel hot after doing this you might have to address your duvet and/or blanket and maybe even the sheets themselves.  But the pad will make a large difference for most people.
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Reply #2 Jun 23, 2010 11:43 PM
Ouch
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Just looking at the prices when we were shopping for a Tempurpedic bed made me sweat.
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Reply #3 Jun 24, 2010 6:46 AM
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budgy wrote:

Dormeir washable wool pad instead of the water proof protector they usually recommend.  This will keep you a lot dryer....if you still feel hot after doing this you might have to address your duvet and/or blanket and maybe even the sheets themselves.  But the pad will make a large difference for most people.


Hey Budgy - what kind of sheets would be best to work with one of these beds? Silk? Cotton? etc.

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Reply #4 Jun 25, 2010 12:29 AM
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You didn't ask me but until Budgy answers, I'll tell you that generally speaking a cotton sheet with a lower thread count will  make a big difference, and if you use a blanket, one of those 100% cotton blankets that looks like it was hand made, you know, with holes throughout? Those work really well. Anything wtih a high thread count (tightly woven) may feel soft but doesn't breathe as well. Also avoid "jersey" or flannel sheets or blankets if you get hot easy. By n means use anything polyester or acrylic.
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Reply #5 Jun 25, 2010 6:19 AM
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jimsocal wrote:

You didn't ask me but until Budgy answers, I'll tell you that generally speaking a cotton sheet with a lower thread count will  make a big difference, and if you use a blanket, one of those 100% cotton blankets that looks like it was hand made, you know, with holes throughout? Those work really well. Anything wtih a high thread count (tightly woven) may feel soft but doesn't breathe as well. Also avoid "jersey" or flannel sheets or blankets if you get hot easy. By n means use anything polyester or acrylic.


Thanks for the reply. What about silk sheets?

Its weird...it doesn't seem hot and the room is cool....but any part on the pillow or mattress is clammy.

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Reply #6 Jun 26, 2010 4:16 PM
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All which one would be the best out of this list: http://www.naturaworld.com/catalog/bedding/protectors
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Reply #7 Jun 26, 2010 4:35 PM
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fishstick wrote:

All which one would be the best out of this list: http://www.naturaworld.com/catalog/bedding/protectors


You want wool in it, so the fitted wool or washable wool would be good choices.  The organic wool would be okay as well, but more expensive (and possibly less wool).  I think I would avoid any that say waterproof unless you really need that, because I doubt they would breathe as well.

I have the washable wool filled one, because I want to be able to wash it.  The St. Dormier Budgy recommended also has wool, and might have a softer feel.


 

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Reply #8 Jun 26, 2010 8:30 PM
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Memory foam IS hot in itself.  It does not breathe, it does not have the same type of foam air cells that other foams do.  It seems to pull heat from its surroundings and melt itself softer.  Some newer memory foams are less like this, but it is the nature of the foam.

Hope you find an answer....

Kait

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Reply #9 Jun 27, 2010 3:01 PM
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Thanks all....should I go with the Natura or the St. Dormier?

I'll keep you posted.

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Re: New Tempurpedic bed making me sweat :(
Reply #10 Jun 27, 2010 3:41 PM
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St. Dormeir gets my resounding "Yea" vote.

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