7 ways to keep the house cool!

Leigh Leigh
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During summer time, high temperatures can get particularly overwhelming. The heat is often stifling and becomes like a heavy blanket in our homes, weighing us down. 

This is why today at homify, we have put together a list of common ways to keep the house cool that you can introduce into your own homes. We've also tried to put together options that are smart and savvy, taking up very little in terms of energy resources. Let's be honest, sometimes it's just not economically viable to use an air conditioner all day long!

In fact, as we explore the below options we come across some equally effective ways to cool down the home.

Are you ready to take a look?

1. Close the windows during the hottest hours

To keep the house cool, it is very useful to close the windows when the sun starts to get too hot. You can open them again at sunset, when the cool evening air can flow through your home. 

2. Turn off the lights when not needed

Lights in the home can generate a lot of heat, so it's always a good idea to turn them off during the day. When you can, it's also better to introduce LED lights, which are the most energy efficient. 

LED lights are also stylish and savvy – saving you money while looking stylish at the same time.

Have a look at these dazzling lighting ideas for modern homes for inspiration for your own home.

3. Turn off electronic devices when not in use

Most of the modern electronic equipment that we use in our homes such as laptops and desktops generate a lot of heat, even when we are not using them. Thus it's much better to turn them off completely to avoid unnecessary heat generated throughout the home. This will also mean less energy consumed!

4. Cook during the cooler hours of the day

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Cooking inevitably warms up the home so rather spend time in your kitchen during the cooler hours of the day. This will ensure that you don't heat up the house during peak temperatures.

Also opt for cooler materials and colors in the kitchen, like design professionals Eightytwo have done in this kitchen.

5. Use ceiling fans

Fans are a great alternative to the indiscriminate use of air conditioners and will save you lots of money. It's also a very refreshing way to cool down the environment.

Consult experts who can help you to figure out how to work with the spaces in your home so that you install fans in the most beneficial and effective spots.

6. Install ventilation systems in more humid areas of the home

Humidity is often a big problem in summer when the temperatures are so high. To keep it under control, invest in ventilation systems particularly in the more humid environments in the house such as the bathroom.

De-humidifiers and fans can also help to keep the situation under control.

7. Protect yourself from the sun with blinds and shutters

The heat and humidity make the climate very muggy, which is difficult to protect against if you don't have curtains or blinds on the windows.

As we can see in this image, the shutters provide the home with shade, protecting the interior from the sun. They can also be opened or closed gradually, controlling the amount of light that filters in.

If you are interested in the subject, you'll love these smart ideas to lower your electricity bill.

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