When the hottest days of the year arrive, we always try to protect ourselves from the heat in our homes. But this is not always possible: sometimes our homes are so hot that it is worse than outside.
Although air conditioning is the quickest solution to this problem, not everyone has one or wants to keep it on all the time.
That is why we propose some tricks and tips to keep the house cool during the hottest days without necessarily having to resort to fans or air conditioning.
Ventilate the house in the morning
This measure is not only important to exchange the air, avoid bad smells and prevent the formation of mold, but it is also a fantastic trick to keep the air in our homes fresh.
The reason is simple: in the morning the temperatures are lower, so it is the best moment to ventilate the house and let in new air. Leave the windows open for at least 30-40 minutes.
Close the shutters
Although it may seem obvious, it is important to close the shutters of balconies and windows to prevent heat (not light) from entering through them.
Not only does this keep the air cooler, but it also helps reduce air conditioning costs as the room heats up less.
Insulate the windows
Window insulation is associated with winter as it serves to prevent cold from entering. However, heat can also enter and it is important to insulate the windows even in summer.
If you cannot install awnings that block the sun’s rays, you can use thick, large curtains in a color that repels heat, such as white or gray.
Avoid turning on the lights
With the shutters closed, visibility is reduced, but it is important not to turn on the lights as they can further heat the room.
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If you cannot install LED bulbs, which generate much less heat, leave small slits of light through the blinds.
Change the bedding
Changing the bedding once a week is essential to maintain good personal hygiene.
But heat also plays a role: clean bedding tends to be cooler and therefore ensures better sleep.
Put more plants
Plants bring color and freshness to our homes. Some of them can even make the air in the houses cooler: this is the case of areca, dragon tree and spider plant.
Remember to water the plants properly, this is crucial so that they can help make the house cooler.
Use fans
They consume much less than air conditioners and, if used correctly, can have almost the same effect.
Fill a bucket with ice and place it in front of the fan: the result is similar to that of an air conditioner.
Use heat exchangers
Heat exchangers are not only used to prevent steam, smoke or bad smells in the kitchen, but are ideal for eliminating heat.
It is important to turn on the heat exchanger, especially when cooking. Remember to clean the heat exchangers regularly to prevent grease from clogging the filters or damaging the motor.
Avoid using the oven
In line with the previous tip, we recommend not using the oven excessively.
The reason is obvious: the oven generates a lot of heat in the kitchen, which makes it more difficult to keep the interior cool.
Let air in at night
The last trick to keep the house cool is to ventilate it even at night. At night the temperatures are lower and we can take advantage of them to cool the house.
