AFTER what feels like an endless period of rain - the hot weather is finally here. However, many of our homes are not geared up for this yet, and temperatures can soon become uncomfortable inside. 1 Cooling down in the heat is easy with these hacks Credit: Getty Next week will see many parts of the country experience a mini-heatwave, with temperatures predicted to hit the high 20s with the overnight temperature also remaining high - so what can you do to keep your home cool? An expert from MyBuilder.
com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, has revealed home hacks to help your home stay at a pleasant temperature. Close your windows It’s understandable to want to open your windows and doors to let the air in, but actually it’s much more effective to keep your windows closed in hot weather. To gauge whether to open or close, take the temperature in your rooms and outside.
If it’s cooler inside than out, it’s a smart idea to keep windows closed. Once the outside cools, open your windows to allow the hot air out. Use shade Shade is really effective at dropping the temperature a few degrees, and it’s relatively easy to create shady areas - both indoors and outdoors - that will cool your home.
Awnings are helpful with this, and can be placed outside any big windows or south facing aspects. Sail shades are also perfect for this purpose, and look stylish at the same time. Both can be installed for a reasonable cost by a relevant handyman, and are affordable to purchase.
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