If you resort to cranking up the air conditioning to cope with the sweltering summer heat, you are not alone. It is perhaps a desperate attempt to deal with rapidly warming temperatures around the globe. However, there are smart and efficient ways with which you can keep your home cool while preserving the environment, cutting down on electricity costs and creating an easy on the pocket summer paradise in your very own Valmark home.
Ventilation
Keep a few windows open to allow for cross ventilation. The most conducive times to accomplish this are between 5 and 8 am and 8 and 10 pm. The air is cool at these times, and proper ventilation allows the heat contained within your home to escape. In the summer, the temperature drops dramatically at night, so keep the windows open to take advantage of the breeze. To keep mosquitoes and bugs at bay, install insect nets on doors and windows.
Install blinds
Windows can absorb the heat from outside and make your interiors extremely hot. It is important to block out the sunrays by installing blinds to keep the unwanted heat away. Close your blinds from 11 am to 4 pm. Invest in breathable and light materials like jute screens or bamboo shades. Opt for white or pastel shades instead of dark colours. If you are stepping out, remember to keep the curtains and blinds down to avoid the room from heating up.
Use natural fabrics
Heat is quickly absorbed by silk, satin, leather, and polyesters. When such materials are used, it can get exceedingly hot and sticky. When it comes to fabrics and beds, linen and cotton upholstery are excellent choices. Ventilation and airflow are aided by light, airy, and breathable textiles. They can also instantly brighten a gloomy space.
Incorporate cool colours
In excessive heat, better insulation and cooling properties will assist in keeping your home cooler. If you’ve ever wondered why it’s encouraged to wear white clothing during the summer, there’s a scientific rationale behind it. Dark colours absorb heat whereas light colours reflect it. The same can be said for light-colored walls. Black, red, and other dark colours absorb heat from the outside, quickly warming the house. Choosing cooling and UV-reflective paints in light colours is one of the most effective strategies to keep your house cool throughout the summer months.
Additionally, the dry summer weather is a conducive time to paint your walls. Give your home a complete makeover that will keep it looking new all year. Pastel yellow, aqua, millennial pink, beige, and white are all good choices. Painting your property will also allow you to assess your walls and prepare them for the upcoming rainy season.
Bring in greenery
Plants like the areca palm tree, aloe vera, and ferns absorb toxins in the air, thus keeping rooms cool. These plants look wonderful in any corner because they are also aesthetically pleasant. On the east and west sides of the house, strategically planted shady trees and plants will obscure the sun’s rays. Climbers and vines can be grown on balcony grills and internal screens/dividers to help keep the house cool.
Energy-efficient light
Regular lights are inefficient in terms of energy use and emit a lot of heat, which may in turn quickly heat up a home. In high-traffic areas, utilise energy-efficient lighting such as LEDs or CFLs. When not in use, turn off lights, especially incandescent light bulbs. Even while not in operation, most electronics that require power produce heat. When electrical equipment is not in use, unplug it to limit the amount of heat it generates.
It is quite possible to remain comfortable indoors even under the warmest weather conditions. You may not only save money by employing these natural cooling measures, but you can also help to protect the environment by being energy efficient.
Hot weather difficulties are expected to occur in the future as global warming concerns grow, and it is critical to implement solutions that focus on short-term comfort while delivering long-term benefit. We at Valmark are committed to being part of a connected community and deliver projects that are environmentally conscious while not compromising on your comfort.
