Hot. It’s been way too hot these past weeks! For a lot of families, it’s been a few uncomfortable days. We can expect further heatwaves during the summer, and, quite frankly, we’re not looking forward to them.
Being hot is not fun. It’s impossible to sleep when you lie down covered in sweat in your bed. The hotter the weather gets, the crankier we become. But can you blame us? The heat contributes to sleep deprivation, which means you’re going to feel tired and irritable. Additionally, your body needs to rest at night so that it can maintain its essential functions. Temperature regulation is a crucial function that becomes a struggle when it’s too hot to sleep. So how can you prepare for the next heatwave and cool down your home without buying an AC unit?
Block direct sunlight out
Direct sunlight heats your home. While you can’t stop the sun from shining, you can make sure it doesn’t come through by keeping your blinds and curtains shut during the day. The same principle applies to patio glass bay, as you can use exterior blinds, such as chain guide blinds, to keep your courtyard cool during the hottest hours of the day. Ensure to open all the curtains and windows early in the morning and late in the evening to let the cool breeze in. Being a little strategic with your windows can take up to 5 degrees off your indoor temperature!
Fan and ice cubes
You may not have an air-con system, but you probably have a fan. You can use your fan to circulate cool air inside the room. Indeed, using a fan inside a warm room will only circulate preheated air. It doesn’t cool you down. But if you place a bowl of ice cubes in front of the fan, you can create a cooling effect. Alternatively, you can place a bottle of water inside the freezer during the day. You only need to take the frozen bottle out in the evening and place it in front of the fan for a refreshing breeze.
Your hot water becomes a cool water bottle
Do you have a hot water bottler for cold winter nights? In summer, your hot water bottle can become the best ally against the rising temperature. Indeed, the bottles are made to be durable and robust. They can take hot temperatures, but they are also freezer friendly. Place your bottle inside the freezer for a few hours before going to bed. Then you can use it to cool down your bed. The thick material can also keep temperatures for a long time, so you don’t have to worry about your frozen bottle getting too warm.
Stop consuming iced drinks and ice cream
Lastly, if you can’t cool down your home, you can cool your body down. Eating ice-creams and drinking iced beverages are some of the preferred strategies to cool down. However, the temperature difference between the food or drink and your body can lead to a temperature shock. Your body heats up as it processes what you consumed. In short, help your body by staying away from icy foods and juices.
Are you ready for the next heatwave? Preparing your home and yourself could help you stay cool and relaxed this summer.
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