10 ways to keep your home cool on hot days without air conditioning

Hanoi and the North are entering a prolonged heat wave, with some peaks reaching over 40 degrees Celsius. Without air conditioning, we still have many ways to keep the house cooler.

Installing a misting system in the summer is a great cooling solution as well as humidifying the house. Moreover, this method has not too large investment costs. Insulation film is a solution for sun protection, insulation used directly on glass. The darker the film, the more effective the insulation against heat. However, the insulating film glued to the glass causes darkening, reducing the view. Few people know that the rotation direction of the ceiling fan can be adjusted according to the season. Setting the fan to rotate counterclockwise in the summer will help the fan spin stronger, the wind generated will be cooler. Using an exhaust fan in the bathroom or an exhaust fan in the kitchen also helps reduce the temperature in the house after you cook, shower. According to energy experts, 30% of the hot air in the house comes from the window. So, by pulling the curtain to block the sunlight entering your home, you will save up to 7% on your electricity bill and lower the room temperature by up to 20 degrees. During the hot day, the door should be closed to prevent hot air from entering the house. When the sun is out, at night, you should open the door to let the wind from outside to cool your house. Most electrical appliances when in use emit a small amount of heat. Therefore, please turn off unused electronic items, both saving electricity and reducing room temperature. Incandescent lights not only consume electricity, but also emit a large amount of heat to heat the house. Therefore, replace it with compact lights that both save money and help keep the house cooler. Limit the use of the oven on hot days because it will make your home hotter. If you absolutely must grill, grill outside. In addition, you can also plant trees in your yard or balcony. Especially the climbing plants, covering the wall, are both beautiful and avoid the sun shining into the house. Image source: Internet Video: House 25m2- opportunity to have a house for many people? Source: VTV24