As more people continue to work from home, some while caring for loved ones, keeping homes cool and comfortable can sometimes be a challenge– especially if there is more than one person under the roof. Follow these easy ways to help your body, room and home stay cool during this heat wave
Ceiling Fans
Adjust your ceiling fan to turn counter-clockwise during the summer to help circulate the cool air downward. Be sure to turn off your ceiling fan when leaving the room because fans cool people, not rooms.
Block the Sun
Don’t let the sun overheat your home. Tilt your blinds up and close drapes and shades on windows that receive direct sunlight. If you’re outside, make the most out of awnings, trees and shrubs for shade.
DIY Mini Air Conditioner
You’ll need a pan or bowl and fill it with ice in front of a fan. The breeze from your fan will pick up the ice’s surface as it melts and will create a cooling mist for you.
Take a Bath or Shower
Taking a bath or shower can help your body cool down. The warmth of the water sends a rush of blood to your hands and feet, where the veins are right under your skin. This lets off extra heat and cools your bloodstream. Let your hair air-dry to help extend the cooling period of your body and maximize the cool and clean feeling of a shower.
Don’t Use Your Stove
Consider using your microwave or grill to cook and prepare food. It’ll help keep your home cooler and save energy as well. You can also consider ordering take-out from a local restaurant to avoid getting hot in the kitchen!