Beat the Heat: How Latex Helps You Stay Cool While You Sleep

With warmer nights on the way, things are heating up in the bedroom…and not in a good way. A better night’s sleep starts with a mattress that can actually keep its cool, which makes latex the smartest choice before summer hits full swing. It’s naturally breathable, built to keep air moving, and doesn’t hold onto body heat like other materials. Memory foam can turn your bed into a slow-cooker, but latex stays cool, responsive, and refreshingly low-maintenance.

If you’re tired of waking up hot and sticky, it might be time to rethink what you’re sleeping on before the forecast makes things even steamier.

Naturally Cool, No Gimmicks

Latex is the coolest material in the mattress industry, and not just by reputation. It’s natural, porous, and full of tiny air channels that let heat move away from your body instead of building up beneath you. While some foams rely on gels or “cooling tech” that fades fast, latex keeps air flowing all night long. The result is a more breathable surface that feels fresh and light, even when the weather doesn’t.

Built to Breathe, Layer by Layer

When it comes to staying cool, what’s on top counts just as much as what’s underneath (especially in the bedroom). We use breathable polyester fill in the quilting to keep air moving at the surface and create a buffer between your body and the foam. To maintain that breathability and add lasting structure, we opt for Dacron, a resilient fiber that holds its shape without trapping heat. Each layer is selected to support airflow and comfort, working together to keep you cool throughout the night.

Make Your Whole Bed Summer-Ready

Your mattress might do the heavy lifting, but bedding also plays a big role in keeping you cool. Pillows with breathable fill help regulate heat, and lightweight cotton sheets—especially Egyptian cotton—let your skin breathe and wick away moisture. Synthetics might look smooth, but they trap heat and cling when things warm up, while cotton stays cool, crisp, and comfortable.

The Bottom Line: Cool Sleep Is Better Sleep

At the end of the night, the right mattress is your ticket to waking up rested, refreshed, and ready to take on beach days, summer nights, and everything in between. 

We know everyone loves a hot summer, but it’s time to Stop Sleeping Around…Sleep on a Shovlin!