Man is a very contradictory creature: he dreams of sunshine in winter and a bit of fresh air in summer. It would seem that here it is, long-awaited summer! But it’s one thing to be above 30 on vacation somewhere in Tahiti, and quite another to be in the stone jungle. During the day it seems that the brain is about to melt, at work you don’t want to do anything and why we have no siesta ? . It’s even harder at night. Everybody saves the best he can. Air conditioner is an ambiguous variant of the decision of a problem, because being near it round the clock is a direct way to a cold. In general, firstly, there are nuances, and secondly, you need a comprehensive approach. Let’s talk about it, let’s go!
How to cool your apartment without air conditioner?
* get rid of all the dust bunnies like carpets, stuffed animals, fluffy bedspreads, etc.
* Do wet cleaning regularly.
* Choose sealed windows, preferably with a coating to protect against UV rays. As a last resort just stick a light-reflecting film, it can be bought in any hardware store.
* During the day when you go out of the house, close your windows and draw curtains or blinds. Open windows and interior doors at night. It is a good idea to open the doors of your closets so that the heat from the day can escape.
* Humidify the air with special devices – humidifiers, air washers – or just spray the space periodically with a sprinkler.
* To reduce heat production, unplug all unused appliances, get rid of incandescent light bulbs, use the stove and oven less often.
Here’s a tip: Look for the right climate control appliance for you. You can make your own air conditioner.
Turn on the fan on low speed with the flow direction inward blades should move counter-clockwise and put a container with salted ice or a plastic bottle with frozen salted water in front of it.
How to choose and install an air conditioner?
* Refrain from buying budget models from large chain stores. They will not last long because they have a foil compressor. The price of high-quality air conditioners starts from 13 thousand Dollars.
* Choose inverter air conditioners. They are quiet, durable and more comfortable because of the lack of temperature jumps. You’ll save up to 30% on electricity costs as a bonus.
* Look for models with a so-called sleep mode.
* Do not install the air conditioner opposite the bed, otherwise the cold is guaranteed. If it is already in this position, turn on the appliance for an hour before you go to sleep and leave the room.
* As conditioner does not use for cooling of the premise air from outside as many people think , but circulates air in the room it is necessary to clean it regularly.
Life Factor 2. Before buying calculate the capacity of the air conditioner.
Timur Kharisov, Commercial Director of Ufa Industrial Supply Center: “The standard formula for calculating the height of the ceiling up to 2.5 meters: 1 kW of cold for 10 square meters. meters of room. Make a correction if you have high ceilings, south side, or top floor.”.
How to make your sleep comfortable?
* For a while forget about chintz, satin and silk. Bedding should be cotton or any other breathable fabric linen, hemp . Cold sheet will help to fall asleep, it is enough to put it in the freezing chamber for 15 minutes.
* If you can’t stand it at all, move to the floor, the cooler air currents are lower. If you live in your own house, it is better to temporarily equip a sleeping place on the lower floor.
* Choose breathing mattresses of medium to high firmness, without unnecessary cavities, bumps and pits.
* Your neck should be in a natural, neutral position not too high and not too low .
Life Factor 3. Which pillow and which mattress to choose in summer??
Anna Vorobyeva, the project manager of the company FoamLine: “In summer it is better to sleep on a cooling pillow, it’s not heated and the feeling of coolness remains throughout the night. For example, you can choose Cool Feel, which consists of fine gel particles. If you are not planning to buy a new mattress, look for smart mattress toppers such as IQ Sleep. Anatomical breathing toppers of this series can be put on the main mattress or on the floor, and if necessary just roll up into a compact roll and put in the closet or take with you on vacation.
What the medics advise?
# Drink at least two liters of water a day. Replace coffee and black tea with green tea. Exclude alcohol altogether. Non-gas mineral water is best, as it replenishes the potassium and sodium lost in sweat.
* Refrain from overeating and eating late. Eliminate sweets and other fast carbohydrates, warming foods honey, lard . Give preference to easily digestible protein dairy products, eggs, caviar , fruits and vegetables, preferably green and white.
* Eat frozen fruits. Use the cooling properties of peppermint to make drinks and body sprays.
* Wear loose, light-colored clothing made of natural fabrics and a headdress during the day.
* Try not to be in the sun for a long time in the middle of the day. Temporarily renounce heavy physical activity, especially if you have cardiovascular disease.
Lifechoice 4. How to quickly lower your body temperature.
Ruslan Ziyatdinov, preventive medicine doctor: “Before going to bed take a cool never ice-cold cup of water! or a warm shower, it will relieve blood vessels and improve thermoregulation. Throughout the day, periodically cool areas where large blood vessels pass – neck, forehead, inner bends of arms and legs, wrists. * Apply a cold handkerchief to these areas, or just pour cold water over them.
And finally, here’s a tip from the yogis for cooling your breath: sit upright with your eyes closed, curl your tongue in a tube or pull your lips apart and put the tip of your tongue through them , repeat for 10 times alternating between a deep breath through your mouth and a slow exhalation through your nose.
So that seems to be it. Thank you for your attention! Have a good night and a warm summer!
Sasha Koellner
How can I effectively manage my insomnia during hot summer nights?
I understand that insomnia can be troublesome, especially during hot summer nights. Could you please share some effective tips to help those of us who struggle with sleep in the heat? Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!