Ways to Beat the Heat - How to Keep Cool in Your Apartment During Summer Days?

18.07.2024

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Ways to Beat the Heat - How to Keep Cool in Your Apartment During Summer Days?

Summer heat can be particularly troublesome, especially when we dream of a moment of respite in our own home. At Novisa Development, we understand how important it is for your apartment to be comfortable, especially when the weather is unforgiving. That’s why we’ve prepared a few practical tips to help keep your home cool without the need for air conditioning installation. Here are our proven ways to cope with the heat.

Use blinds, curtains, or insulating mats

One of the simplest ways to keep your home cool is by properly managing sunlight.
Investing in thick, light-colored blinds or curtains can significantly reduce indoor temperatures.
During the day, it’s advisable to cover the windows to block the hot sun rays.
Remember that dark colors absorb heat, so it’s better to choose light colors that reflect light.

Consider purchasing insulating mats for windows, similar to those used in cars.
These mats effectively reflect sunlight, preventing the interior from heating up.
They are easy to install and remove, providing an economical solution that can greatly improve thermal comfort at home.

You can find these mats in many household goods stores, hardware stores, and online.
Most of them come with suction cups or fastening straps, making it easy to mount them on the window.
Suction cups should be pressed onto a clean, dry window, while fastening straps can be attached to the window frame or directly onto the glass.

If the mats do not have built-in mounts, use double-sided tape or special clips to ensure they adhere securely to the window.

Ventilate your apartment at the right times

Open windows during the day can do more harm than good by letting in hot air.
It's best to ventilate the apartment early in the morning or late in the evening when the outside temperatures are lower.
Creating a draft can further aid natural air circulation, which will help reduce the indoor temperature.

Install fans

Fans are an effective and budget-friendly solution for hot days.
They improve air circulation and provide an immediate cooling sensation.
It's worth opting for ceiling fans, which evenly distribute air throughout the room.
Additionally, placing a bowl of ice in front of the fan can create a "homemade air conditioning" effect.

Avoid generating heat indoors

Cooking, baking, or even ironing on hot days will further raise the temperature indoors.
If possible, postpone ironing a pile of clothes or linens for a cooler day.
Instead of hot dishes, opt for light and cool meals such as salads, chilled soups, or fresh fruits, which provide essential vitamins and minerals to the body.

Stay hydrated

Drinking plenty of water is essential on hot days.
Proper hydration helps maintain internal thermal balance and improves well-being and concentration.
It's good to have a water bottle handy and drink small amounts regularly throughout the day.

A garden as a natural air conditioner

If you have a garden, use it for natural cooling of your home.
Trees and shrubs can act as natural barriers against the sun, creating shade and lowering temperatures around the house.
Therefore, give them plenty of space, especially in southern gardens.

Houseplants in the apartment

Indoor houseplants also affect the microclimate in the home.
Some species, like ferns or ficus plants, have the ability to naturally purify air and regulate humidity, which can contribute to a greater sense of thermal comfort.

Hot days can be challenging, but there are simple and budget-friendly ways to keep cool at home.

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