Keeping Your House Cool in the Hot Weather 

The 2018 summer heatwave started off as a nice, unexpected surprise. However, after weeks of sweltering temperatures and very little rain, many are now longing for some cooler weather to kick in!  

Trying to keep cool in a heatwave isn’t easy when you don’t have air conditioning. However, there are some clever tips you can follow to make life a lot more comfortable in these higher than average temperatures. Below, you’ll discover some of the best tips to keep your house cool in the hot weather.  

Make sure you’re using fans correctly 

One of the first things most people try when trying to keep the home cool, is to turn on a fan. However, have you ever noticed most of the time, the fan just appears to be blowing hot room around the place? Well, that’s because you could just be using them wrong! 

According to experts, the trick to keeping the room cool with a fan, is to point it towards the window. This is especially true if it is colder outside than it is inside. Pointing the fan towards the window, pulls in the cold air from outside, while eliminating the warm air out of the window. You can also try placing a bowl of ice in front of the fan if it’s facing into the room. This will blow ice cold air onto you.  

Keep curtains closed during the day 

As the sun hits the windows, the hot air is absorbed into the room. For this reason, it’s a good idea to keep the curtains closed during the day. If you find this too impractical due to the lack of natural lighting, you could try using light venetian blinds instead. This will help to keep direct sunlight out, without blocking out too much natural light.  

Clever tips to keep the bedroom cool 

One of the major issues the hot weather causes, is the bedrooms can often become unbearably hot by the evening. However, there are ways to ensure you still get a good night’s sleep. 

Placing your bedding in the freezer for a little while before bed will ensure you get into nice, cold sheets. You’ll also want to keep the windows open if you can to let the cooler night air in. You could even invest in specialist cold pillows which keep the head nice and cool all night long. 

Fighting the heat really isn’t an enjoyable experience. However, the above are just some ways you can make your home cooler this summer.  

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