I've noticed that our primary bedroom tends to be significantly warmer—about 5-10 degrees hotter—than the other bedrooms at night. We have a walk-in closet and a bathroom, both with vents, but we have to keep the bedroom doors closed due to various reasons like our wandering dog and the need to keep a quiet environment for our toddler. Even though the outside temperature drops to around 55°F overnight and we've set the thermostat to 68°F, we're struggling to keep our room below 75°F. What are some solutions to help cool it down, especially since our toddler's room stays at the thermostat temperature?
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Adding window insulation can really help! We used some vinyl window film that we found on Amazon, and it worked wonders to prevent heat from coming in. It's easy to apply and actually helps keep the heat out during those warm nights.
You might want to check where your thermostat is located and the orientation of your bedroom. Since it’s in the hallway and your primary bedroom faces north, that could be affecting the temperature balance. Also, if there are no windows in the hallway, it might not get a good airflow. Make sure to check that the vents are all clear and consider using window coverings like insulated vinyl to help keep heat out—these can be a game changer!
One way to get your primary bedroom cooler is to run the HVAC fan throughout the night. Even if you don't need to run the air conditioning, keeping the fan on can help circulate the air more evenly throughout the house. If you're comfortable with it, you might consider leaving the door open and putting up a baby gate to prevent the dog from wandering too much. I’ve always felt it’s safer for kids when the door is open, especially with a toddler at home!