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Cultivating a relaxing ambience is a key part of good sleep hygiene. According to the Sleep Foundation, studies have shown that people sleep better when their bedroom is optimised for light and noise level, visual design and practical set-up, temperature and comfort. Bedding is a personal preference, however the ideal bedroom temperature for sleeping is 18.3 degrees Celsius. It’s important to use colours and textures that make you feel at ease at bedtime, and reduce visual clutter as much as possible. Keep lighting and sound levels to a minimum, and use essential oils such as lavender to promote relaxation. The Sleep Foundation also recommends you wash your sheets at least once every two weeks, weekly if you sweat in your sleep or share your bed with a pet. If it’s time to freshen your bedroom décor, Coco Republic has a stunning new range of beds including the Hermitage Bed (pictured above), a sophisticated bed frame in elegant square timber panelling with metal accents.