Should We Really Heat to 19°C? Here’s the Ideal Temperature According to Experts (Page 2 ) | February 27, 2025
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The ideal temperature for sleeping well: between 16 and 18°C.

Tips for a restful sleep:

Avoid hot showers before bed.
Wear socks or use a hot water bottle if you are cold.
Don’t tuck your bed in too much to let your body breathe.
Where does the 19°C rule come from? A standard to be questioned?

While the 19°C figure is now a standard, it originated in the 1970s, during the oil crisis.

At the time, this measure was aimed at reducing energy consumption, but homes were less well insulated than they are today.

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With advances in thermal insulation and energy management, is this rule still relevant?

19°C or 20°C: what is the ideal temperature for good comfort?

According to Nick Barber and Brad Roberson, energy and heating experts, 19°C is an arbitrary temperature that may not suit everyone.

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Their recommendation?

20°C is a better compromise between thermal comfort and controlled consumption.

Why choose 20°C?
At 19°C, some people still feel a sensation of cold, especially when standing still.
At 20°C, we avoid shivering while maintaining reasonable energy consumption.
For the bedroom, it is better to choose 16 to 18°C.

Maintaining an ideal temperature without increasing your bill is possible with a few simple tips:

Optimize insulation: Close the shutters and use thermal curtains to limit heat loss.
Ventilate daily: Good air circulation helps prevent humidity and improve heating efficiency.
Regulate the temperature according to the time of day:
19-20 °C during the day in living rooms.
16-18 °C at night in the bedroom.
16 °C in rooms that are rarely used (entrance, hallway).
Invest in a programmable thermostat to automatically adjust the temperature.

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