A woman puts a wet towel on the window every night. Here’s why | April 9, 2025

The hot summer months can sometimes cause real sleep problems. Ideally, everyone should have an air conditioner. But not everyone can afford the luxury of this cooling system. With these 6 simple tips, you’ll sleep better and save money.

1. A damp towel on the window
You can lower the temperature of the room with a damp or cold towel. Open the window and place a damp towel there. This towel acts as a natural air conditioner on hot nights.

2. A pillow in the fridge
This may sound a little strange, but it works! You can wrap a plastic bag around the pillow so it doesn’t get wet and put it in the fridge throughout the day. You can put the cool pillow under your blanket before bed or use it like a regular pillow.

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