Insomnia is a common sleep disorder in Singapore.
In a SingHealth Medical News article, difficulty in maintaining proper sleeping patterns and early morning awakening are some of the underlying features of insomnia. Lack of sleep is known to cause diabetes, heart failure, and obesity among others.
While some may revert to medications to achieve at least seven (7) to eight (8) hours of sleep, there is an alternative that you may try if you are one of those people who are having a hard time getting a sufficient amount of sleep – curtains.
Modern window curtain design and types do not only serve as an aesthetic material to compliment the overall ambiance of your home but also plays a key factor in providing you and your loved ones a quality sleeping pattern.
The Science of Curtains
As you may already know, light stimulates the eye which sends a signal to the brain that keeps our body awake. Even streetlights can penetrate through our body, thus creating a restless feeling before catching some sleep.
Through curtains, such as blackout curtains, it can block street and headlights, thus play a factor in releasing melatonin in our body which in return helps us to fall asleep easily. A continuous sleeping cycle can definitely improve overall health and quality of life.
Alternatively, if you find blackout curtains expensive or not available among your possessions, you may use double curtain racks and mount sheer curtain underneath and a second curtain layer with a blackout backing on top. Both methods can help in insulating your home and can be adjusted to the amount of privacy you need.
Moreover, blackout curtains and drapes can reduce noise coming from the outside of your bedroom window – from birds, children playing, to street noise, as it can absorb sound and prevent from disrupting your sleep cycle. It can also hold heat during the cold weather months, which can save you and your family from the costly utility bills.
However, it’s also best to opt for custom made fit to your windows to guarantee full coverage. Fortunately, Cotton Ware provides curtains and blinds fabrication. It also offers removal and installation of curtains, as well as the installation of temporary curtains to its clients.
You may browse through the portfolio to see the wide array of window curtains available. You’ll also be assisted by professionals to gauge the best window treatment for your home.