You\u2019re likely already aware that it can be helpful, and soothing, to choose a comfortable material for your sheets. But it’s a good idea to also pay attention to the hue of your sheets since color can have an impact on your ability to sleep. That\u2019s why interior designers often recommend painting your bedroom a tranquil color that encourages sleep, such as gray or blue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interior designer Dawn Bane<\/a> points out that the color will only directly impact your sleep as you set the scene for a night\u2019s rest. As soon as you turn out the lights, the sheet color won\u2019t impact your Z’s\u2014it\u2019s all about creating a peaceful feel as you snuggle on in to read a book<\/a> or breathe in some aromatherapy<\/a> before officially drifting off to dreamland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The color of your sheets is also important if you\u2019re trying to nap in a brightly lit room or if you\u2019re a night-shift worker who\u2019s catching some sleep during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cA neon or bright sheet may be more of a visual stimulant than a lighter or softer counterpart, so darker colors or neutral colors may be more calming,\u201d Bane says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to the color, Bane emphasizes the importance of choosing sheets that feel good against your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cSleep is so personal, and we all have different preferences,\u201d she says. \u201cSome look for cooling sheets<\/a> while others look for flannel sheets to be extra-warm.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n These individual needs can also carry over to the color of your sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI believe this would be personal regarding color as well,\u201d Bane observes. \u201cSome need a darker space, while some need a brighter or stark space.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n While it ultimately depends on what atmosphere you prefer for your bedtime as you prepare for shuteye, there are some colors that are more calming than others. Ahead, we\u2019ll explore which sheet colors are best for sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to the best sheet color for sleep, there are several options you can choose from. Bane reiterates that this is less important during a nighttime, dark setting and more important if you\u2019re trying to sleep in a brightly lit room during the daytime. Also, keep these colors in mind as you wind down for your bedtime routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n White is generally associated with feelings of simplicity and purity<\/a>, which has been further confirmed through scientific study. Bane adds that white sheets<\/a> will keep things feeling \u201cfresh and clean,\u201d something that many of us like to feel as we hit the sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you ever notice how being in a room with a black accent wall or black furniture makes you feel like you\u2019re in a cocoon? If you\u2019d like to achieve that cozy, cocoon-like feeling every night when you go to bed, opt for black sheets. Bane says black sheets will allow for \u201ca dark and somber mood, which may make you sleepier.\u201d These vibes have been additionally confirmed through study<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether it\u2019s a cloudy day or the color of the sea during dreary weather, gray tends to be a very soothing color. Cool colors in general have been found to be calming, according to research<\/a>. Bane calls gray a neutral \u201cthat would neutralize the room surroundings.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Blue is one of the top colors for lowering stress and blood pressure. In fact, as research<\/a> notes, the color blue actually can cause the body to produce calming chemicals. And since Bane says this hue is \u201coften associated with rest,\u201d it makes for an ideal color for your sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Color psychology takes a closer look at how certain colors affect our moods\u2014and studies have found that green has certain calming effects on the nervous system. For instance, in research<\/a> that\u2019s been done on color marketing, the color green calms customers and encourages leisurely dining in restaurants. Why is green so soothing? Because it \u201cbrings nature in,\u201d explains Bane, which can help you relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find the best color sheets for your sleep at Saatva<\/p>\n \n Best color sheets for sleep<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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