Lightbulb moment to regulate heat

Temperatures could reach 40C this week and will remain in the 20s for the next couple of weeks. People have been looking for ways to stay cool. Market research conducted by insulation specialists Insulation4Less has found that searches for home appliances and temperature-controlling home improvements have shot up significantly in the past two weeks.

Here are some top tips to regulate the temperature inside your home:

Install a Fan or Air Conditioning Unit
When the weather heats up, fans and air conditioning units are often the first things that people turn to stay cool, and when it comes to choosing between the two, it’s usually down to cost and personal preference.

Add Some Air-Purifying Plants Around Your Home
It might sound odd adding water loving plants to your home during some of the hottest days on record, but there’s a great reason behind it.

Houseplants not only look fantastic, but they can actually help purify the air in your home by absorbing toxins from the air, making any space feel fresher and brighter in the process.

Opt for Natural Fabrics and Materials for Soft Furnishings
So, when it comes to soft furnishings, opt for linen and cotton upholstery where possible. Light, airy, and breathable fabrics promote ventilation and airflow.

They’re best added in places around the house in places where soft furnishings are often used, which for many is often the living room and bedroom.

Install Some Door Holders
Door holders do exactly what you think – using strategically placed magnets, they are a safe and easy way to keep your doors open.

Simple and easy to install, they’re often a better choice than door stoppers which can often cause damage to doors over time and are a lot more convenient to use.

Paint Your Interior Walls with Cool Colours
Dark colours can trap heat, so a great tactic to control room temperature is to paint your interior decor with neutral colours, such as whites and pastels.

Install Some Day/Night Blinds
Day and night blinds are adjustable and can be angled in exactly the way you want them.

In addition, they’re often made from materials like jute or bamboo that don’t absorb heat.

Change your lightbulbs
Traditional incandescent light bulbs not only put out a lot of heat, they’re also incredibly inefficient when it comes to energy efficiency.

As a result, summer is a great time to make the switch to LED or CFL lights.

Install Thermal Regulating Insulation
Most people associate building insulation with cold weather and keeping the heat in.

But it’s a common misconception – it’s also great keeping the heat out, too.

 

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