Luckily, there are many options for cooling down a room that doesnt have air conditioning.
But there are a few tips and tricks beyond the obvious, too.
Inside, keep blinds and curtains closed.
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Indoor window covering options vary; try shades, insulated curtains, or tinting or frosting windows.
These protective barriers are energy-efficient and block the sun before light and heat from entering a room.
Create a cooling cross-breeze by positioning an oscillating fan across from an open window.
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If possible,adjust your ceiling fan to rotate counterclockwiseto pull hot air up and out.
Turn on Exhaust Fans
Bathroom fans and kitchen exhaust fans draw heat and humidity away from your house.
Turn Off Lights
Incandescent bulbs are not energy efficient.
They use only 10% of their power to give off light and90% to emit heat.
Switching to light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs can help cool your home while lowering your energy expenses.
Additionally, switch off any lamps or overhead lighting when not in use or the space is unoccupied.
Skip Heat-Producing Appliances
Switch up your cooking routine by giving your oven a rest.
Instead, try grilling outdoors or switch tomeals that dont require heating.
Cold salads, veggies, and fruit-based dishes are good options.
Sun-drying clothes on a line helps keep the heat outside, too.
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Open Windows at Night
After the sun sets, open your windows to enjoy the cool night breeze.
Utilize screens to keep mosquitos and flies out but let in the crisp air to cool your home overnight.
Just dont forget to shut the windows and curtain again before day breaks and the hot sun rises again.
Keeping your head cool is critical to comfort.
Or go natural with a buckwheat pillow.
Cotton provides heat-regulating properties that quickly absorb moisture to enhance your comfort.
Another trick is to sleep on slightly dampened sheets.
The evaporation should cool you off.
Pair it with a fan for maximum cooling benefits.
Get Low and Sleep Low
Heat rises, so the air closest to the ground is the coolest.
Alternatively, put your mattress on the floor to take advantage of the cooler air.
Focus on Your Body Temperature
In addition tocooling a room, focus on your body temperature.
There are many ways to keep your body temp down during the hot summer months.
Apply ice packs or cold compresses to pulse points, such as your neck and wrists.
Stay hydrated with iced water and non-alcoholic drinks.
