Simple Tips to Keep Your Home Sweet Home Free of Heat During Summer

Does the scorching sun make your house very hot to live in during the summer season? Use blackout window dressings, and close windows and window coverings in the morning before the day heats up to keep your house cool in summer.

Interior designer Monica Kamal, managing director, MKC, has shared do-it-yourself tips on how to keep your haven cool:

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* Use soothing fabrics like cotton, muslin, linen in cool pastel shades for soft furnishing to get that ultimate comfort.

* Use blackout window dressings to keep out the strong rays. You can also hang tightly woven screens or bamboo shades outside the window to keep cool.

* Close windows and window coverings in the morning before the day heats up, and then open them in the evening to flush your house with cooler air. This is especially important for the south-west side.

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* Turn off lights and electronic items when not in use as they generate a lot of heat. You can also use CFL bulbs for that cool feel.

* Area rugs should be rolled and stacked away to give a tidy and uncluttered feel.

Listen to the Dermatologist, Keep Skin Problems at Bay This Summer
Avoid touching your face frequently and carry essentials like hydrating cleanser, moisturizer and hand sanitizer to keep away from acne and heat rash.

* You may also try indoor plants to create a natural atmosphere and improve the air quality.

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