How To Cool Down Our Homes On Hot Summer Days?

 How To Cool Down Our Homes On Hot Summer Days?

   

     When summer comes and the temperatures rise to hot and the humidity in the air is also high, then thermal discomfort appears, so how do cool down our homes on hot summer days?

    To get rid of the heat of the day, you have to take refuge in the shade, in the house or in the garden pavilion, or tree, but what do you do when the temperature in the house is unbearable and you don't have a garden? You need to find a solution to cool down your home, if possible for free and with minimal effort. 

How To Cool Down Our Homes On Hot Summer Days?

Here are some tips to help you reduce the temperature in your home during the summer.

• Close the windows in the morning - as soon as the sun rises, the air starts to heat up so you should close the windows to keep the cold air inside the house during the night. Although at first glance it seems crazy, the airflow created by the opening of the windows, because of the hot air from outside, does not help to cool the room.

• Pull the curtains to prevent the hot rays of the sun from entering the room. It is recommended to be a light color to reflect ultraviolet rays and repel the heat. If you have shutters, take advantage of them and block any intention of the sun to enter your home.

• Keep the doors closed - air should not circulate while the windows are closed. Therefore, keep the doors of the rooms closed, to make sure that the coolness from the room stays the room.

• Ventilate only in the evening - take advantage of the low temperatures during the night to cool the air in the house. Leave the windows open at night. Thus, the cold air will enter your home and replace the hot air - or according to the laws of physics, the hot air leaves the hothouse.

• Block all the vents - hot air from outside enters through the vents, so it's a good idea to block them. You can use either a thick piece of cardboard or a towel to roll well beforehand.

• Do not cook - if it is extremely hot in your house it is not at all advisable to start cooking. Both the oven and the stove will increase the temperature in the house even more and you certainly don't want that. To temper, your hunger, try to eat on hot days, salads rich in vegetables, and leaves, lightly seasoned and cold soups to increase perspiration and the feeling of cooling the body.

• Use a fan and plenty of ice - if you do not have an air conditioner or exposure to it is harmful, and you want to get rid of heat from the house, you can use a fan and ice cubes and you will be able to lower the temperature in the room. Turn on the fan and place a large bowl full of ice cubes next to it. As the fan blows, it will recirculate the air and spread the evaporating cold water vapor from the ice cubes.

• Change your bed sheets- cotton bed sheets are the most recommended in summer. They keep their temperature low and allow the skin to breathe so it ensures thermal comfort even on hot days. Use a large sheet that you can use to wrap yourself if the usual blanket seems too thick to allow the heated body to sweat.

• Use a dehumidifier - if the air is too humid, the temperature will be harder to bear, becoming unbearable and suffocating. Use a dehumidifier to reduce excessive humidity.

• Use a portable air conditioner, which is much cheaper to buy, consumes much less electricity and you can move it from one room to another, cooling only the area where you are.

    Many apartment buildings, houses, or areas, do not allow the installation of large exterior air conditioners. Portable air conditioners are a perfect alternative because they do not spoil the appearance of the home.

A portable air conditioner not only cools the air but also dehumidifies it, increasing the feeling of thermal comfort. If you suffer from allergies, it is important to keep the humidity level as low as possible.

If you live in an area with high humidity, you already know that excessive humidity is as uncomfortable as the heat. The combination of heat and humidity creates an unpleasant environment.

    Portable air conditioners offer 2 important functions: they dehumidify the air while cooling it. If humidity is a problem even after cooling the air, many units also offer dehumidification functions that continue to dry the air even after reaching the desired temperature.

    For more information on how important optimal humidity is in the house, click here!

    If you have any questions or would like to help with advice, feel free to leave a comment and I will answer as soon as I can. Thanks!