Summer’s great and all, but when your house turns into an oven, it’s not exactly relaxing. If you’re tossing and turning at night, or just sweating through your afternoon cup of tea, you’re not alone. The good news is, there are a few really simple things you can do to make your home feel way more comfortable during the warmer months.
Don’t ignore the little things with your AC
First things first, check your air conditioning. If it’s making weird noises, blowing warm air, or just not doing much at all, it might be time to get it looked at. It’s easy to forget about it until it’s boiling, and suddenly you’re stuck. Getting on top of air conditioning repair early means you won’t have to panic when there’s a heatwave. A well-running AC makes a massive difference, even if the rest of your house still feels a bit warm. It’s the fastest way to cool down a space and stop feeling sticky and irritable.
Let your curtains do the work
If you’re not already shutting your curtains during the day, start doing it now. Sunlight streaming in looks lovely, but it also heats up your room way faster than you think. Block it out during peak heat times, then open your windows and curtains in the evening once it’s cooled down. That’ll help shift the hot air out and bring some fresher air in. It doesn’t cost anything and can make rooms feel much less stuffy.
Lighten up your bedding
Swapping out your bedding is one of those things people forget about, but it really helps. Pack away the thick duvet and go for cotton sheets and a light blanket if needed. Breathable fabrics make a huge difference when you’re trying to sleep and the air feels heavy. If you tend to get hot at night, even just switching your pillowcases can help. It’s a small thing, but you’ll thank yourself when you’re not waking up all sweaty at 3 am.
Ditch the oven when you can
Cooking heats up your kitchen more than you might realise. If it’s already 25 degrees indoors, turning the oven on can push it even higher. Try sticking to lighter meals like salads or using appliances that don’t kick out loads of heat, like an air fryer or microwave. Bonus points if you can do a bit of outdoor cooking or even just prep something cold in advance. It keeps the house cooler and saves you from standing in front of a hot stove.
Add some plants
Houseplants won’t cool your room down dramatically, but they can make it feel fresher and more breathable. Plus, they look nice and give your space a bit of life. Some plants can even help purify the air slightly, which is handy if you’re in a stuffy space with not much airflow. Go for low-maintenance ones if you’re not exactly green-fingered.
Simple changes, but they all add up. And when the heat hits, you’ll be glad you sorted it early.
