We spend almost half of every day in our bedrooms, so it is essential that we maximise their usefulness and comfort. Most of us will be familiar with the classic bedroom improvements – linens, beautiful throws and a fancy headboard.
But what about something a bit more modern and trendy? Here are some essentials for a 21st-century bedroom!
Hybrid Duvets
Summer duvets, autumn duvets, winter duvets and separate duvets for you & your partner. Are these really the best options humans have come up with? To have separate duvets for each season? That sounds expensive and not very practical.
Let me introduce you to hybrid duvets!
If you struggle to find that temperature sweet spot at night or your partner is sleeping warm and you’re sleeping cold (or vice versa), how about trying out this simple invention?
Hybrid duvets contain temperature regulating features that mean their users will never get too hot or too cold.
Many are made with Stratos technology which cools you down at night by absorbing excess body heat, which can then be lost in the atmosphere.
Alternatively, it can release the heat back onto your body when it’s cold. It’s the best of both worlds.
Made with the latest technology - hybrid duvets are lump-free, ultra clean and soft as can be.
Mattress Pad
This is a bit of an essential that is often overlooked, although they’ve been around for far longer than the 21st century.
Mattress pads are more than just mattress covers. They protect your mattress from any spills or damage, but also keep you safe from allergies or insects.
Many of them are anti-microbial by nature and can kill off any harmful bacteria who are enjoying your bed uninvited.
When picking up a mattress pad, make sure to look at the thread count. Higher thread counts mean they’re more durable and you want your pad to be as durable as possible. We all want our money’s worth!
However do bear in mind that a higher thread count also means a higher price. We recommend you go for a thread count straight down the middle in terms of price, so you don’t sacrifice money or comfort.
Humidifier
A humidifier is a great little gadget to help cool you down and heat you up throughout the year.
By pumping water into the air, they can help keep your skin and throat from drying out on cold winter nights.
Humidifiers can also act as a fan. This can be a lifesaver on those stifling summer days.
Adjustable Bed
What’s more 21st century than an adjustable bed? You might think these are only for the elderly and the sick, but adjustable beds have a huge number of benefits that every individual can enjoy.
Adjustable beds, such as the EB01 from Flexispot, allow for a custom sleeping position for each individual user. The bed can be adjusted to raise your head which allows for a more contoured sleeping experience - alongside a plethora of other health benefits.
For example, an adjustable bed allows pressure to be taken off various joints across your body. Prolonged stress on these joints can result in pain developing, so this issue can be ticked off.
Additionally, by supporting the natural contours of your body, an adjustable bed can help you with your posture issues.
If you’re not sold yet, adjustable beds are also customised for you and your partner. Your partner might prefer being propped up more, or you might prefer sleeping completely flat – with a twin adjustable bed you no longer need to compromise each night.
Body Clock Alarm
Electronic devices are becoming increasingly conscious of our body clocks – think about the nightlight feature on iPhones or the sunrise feature on Windows. How about bringing that kind of technology into the bedroom?
A body clock alarm can help your dark morning wake-up become significantly more bearable and natural. These clocks have the option to fill your entire room with a natural sunrise effect, starting off as a warm red glow and then gradually getting brighter and brighter over a ~30 minute period.
Naturally waking up with an artificial sunrise can leave you feeling far more refreshed than a sudden and abrupt jolt from a noisy or vibrating device.
Furthermore, when you’re trying to get to sleep at night, these devices can slowly dim the lights and lower the tempo of the room - allowing you to drift off to sleep at a natural pace.
Diffuser
Last but not least. Think about a diffuser to make your bedroom just a little bit more spa-like. Using natural fragrances can really help you calm down after a long and stressful day.
Moreover, you never have to worry about your linens having a bit of a bad whiff to them when surprise guests come over!
Final Thoughts
We know it can be hard to keep up with the latest trends. But if you’re looking to elevate your bedroom to suit the modern world, make sure to check out some of these modern day essentials. They’re sure to get the job done!
