Sounds for naps

A nap is short, and the room is usually brighter and busier than at night, so people look for sounds that cover the day without asking for attention. A fan, a dryer, a vacuum in the next room or white noise gives a wide, steady wash that blurs doors, voices and street sounds. Soft rain is a gentler choice, with a little more texture. Warm, rolling sounds like a dryer feel cozy. Bright ones such as white noise cover more of the room. Because you may need to wake on time, set a short timer, pick a volume you can hear an alarm over, and avoid anything with a rhythm you will want to follow.