Beat The Heat With The Best Couch Material For Hot Weather

Beat The Heat With The Best Couch Material For Hot Weather

July 13, 2018

When it gets too hot outside, it can be difficult to do much but stay inside and relax on the couch. But what happens if your sofa too hot too? Did you know that sofas can be made from fabrics with cooling and insulating properties? For summer days, it’s important to know what kind of furniture works best for the heat, keeping you cool and comfortable all summer long. Here’s your guide to the best couch material for hot weather!

The Best Couch Material For Hot Weather

Many materials that won’t absorb too much heat work great for couches. These include cotton, polyester, and the like. Try to avoid heavy wool fabrics, which can be scratchy and hold on to their heat even when the humidity is higher. But it’s also important to turn your attention to what’s going on inside the cushions themselves.

Provided you keep any sofa out of the sun, it should remain about as cool to the touch as anything else in an air-conditioned environment. But it’s important to shop for materials that will remain cool to the touch. For example, our Flat Pack Sofas & Couches include back cushions filled with conjugated polyester fiber, giving them both comfort and durability. This also keeps the couches at a cool temperature, as they won’t absorb too much heat. The result is a sofa that will feel light and comfortable—perfect for summertime relaxing.

Tips For Keeping Your Couch In Prime Cooling Condition

It’s a good idea to look for the best couch material for hot weather like polyester fiber—but what are some things you can do to make sure your couch stays cool in the summer?

  • Keep your sofa out of the sun, if possible. This prevents damage like discoloration while ensuring that the sofa does not absorb extra heat, which may make it less comfortable to relax on.
  • If your sofa will have some sun, select a lighter color. Lighter colors reflect more light away from them, which in turn helps rid them of heat. A dark couch left out in the sun can absorb a tremendous amount of heat—which will be obvious as soon as you sit down.

Assuming you can also control the temperature indoors, try to keep the air at a comfortable level to ensure that your couch feels cool to the touch.

Find Your New Favorite Couch At Swift

If you really want the best couch to stay cool, we have a few recommendations:

  • The Martin Sofa. This sofa combines ultra spring seat cushions with the light, cooling fabric you’ll need to feel your best when it comes to both temperature and texture.
  • The Edward Small Sofa. If you need a smaller option you can tuck neatly inside, try this Edward Small Sofa. The velvet can remain surprisingly cool when you keep it out of the sun and in an air-conditioned setting.

Want more ways to stay cool, comfortable and stylish even when the weather outside is anything but? Then it’s time to head over to our full collection of Flat Pack Sofas & Couches. With a wide selection, you’re sure to find a cool, comfortable couch that will suit your needs today!




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