With the arrival of summer and the torrid temperatures that are characterizing these weeks, many of us find themselves fighting against sleepless nights spent turning into the sweaty and annoyed bed. But what would happen if we told you that there is a completely free trick, which requires only a few seconds and can make the difference between a night of torment and a restaurateur sleep?
The discovery that will change your summer nights
The secret lies in buying expensive air conditioners or fans, but in the strategic positioning of the bedroom door. According to Dr. Jordan Burns, Amerisleep’s sleep specialist, the angle of the door can significantly influence the circulation of the air and, consequently, the temperature of the room.
“Most people focus exclusively on cooling windows, but the bedroom doors control how the air circulates in the space in which we sleep,” explains the expert.
A door positioned correctly can make the difference between a restful sleep and the hours of annoying turning off in bed “.
Science behind the makeup: the Venturi effect
During the day, when the rest of the house is fresher, the advice is to keep the room doors completely open to allow maximum air exchange. This works particularly well for the rooms that receive direct sunlight.
But it is during the night that magic takes place: the optimal corner for the bedroom door is about 45 degrees. This specific position creates what in fluidinamic is called “Venturi effect”, which accelerates the air flow through the narrower opening, sucking the hot air outwards in a more efficient way than a completely open door.
The most common mistakes (which you are probably making too)
Dr. Burns highlights that most people make the mistake of leaving the doors completely open or completely closed during the heat:
How to optimize the system for maximum effectiveness
1. Create a direct path
If windows and door create a straight line route, you will genre the strongest possible air flow through the room. The ideal configuration includes the door at 45 degrees with the windows open on the opposite wall.
2. Beware of furniture
Keep the furniture at least 30 centimeters from the door opening trajectory. High wardrobes or chest of drawers near the doors can block the air flow and create stagnant air bags where heat accumulates.
3. Suitable the strategy during the day
For apartments with limited cross ventilation options, Burns recommends changing the location of the door during the day:
The tape test: check if it works
Do you want to know if your system works? Here is a simple and immediate trick:
Place a light tape or a handkerchief near the space between the door and the frame, if it moves towards the door, you are successfully sucking the air through the room. If it remains firm or moves in the opposite direction, regulates the configuration of windows and leads until the correct air flow is obtained.
A sustainable gesture for the planet and the wallet
This method will not only help you sleep better, but also represents a completely sustainable solution that does not require electricity.
The next time you find yourself fighting a tropical night, remember: the solution could literally be at hand, or rather, of the door. A few seconds to adjust the angle and you could finally enjoy the restaurateur sleep that deserves, in a completely natural and sustainable way.
