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How to Keep Cool This Summer
Unless you live somewhere near Antarctica, you've probably
noticed that the temperature is getting warmer. Summer is on the way. The
question on a lot of minds is, how can you stay cool in the summer without
having to run your air conditioner all the time?
Here are a few ideas that are definitely green and will save you some cash, too.
Become a Fan-atic
That ceiling fan is a much underused, underrated cooling device. It uses much
less electricity to run than the air conditioner, costs less to buy in the first
place, and is simple to install. If you are a DIY kind of person, there are
always the options of a hand-held magazine, newspaper or the classic Asian
air-conditioner. Those fans they carry around aren't just for looks or
decoration or adding an Oriental flare to a chic summer outfit. Many Asians
carry and use a hand-held fan to beat the summer heat.
Turn Off the Heat
No, I am not talking about the heater. I am talking about appliances that
produce a lot of heat. Turn off your computer when you are not using it. Turn
off the lights. Better, switch from incandescent bulbs to the compact florescent
bulbs. Don't use the oven.
Turn on the Cold
Eat cold food. Put your water in there to keep it cold. Eat small meals with
foods that are high in water content like fresh fruits and vegetables. Don't
forget to have a store of organic ice cream and sorbet. Just keep the
refrigerator door closed as much as possible.
Keep it on the Down Low
Heat rises, so stay on the lower floors of your home or any other building for
that matter. If you have a stone or tile floor, wipe it off and then lie on it.
You will feel cooler just having the cool surface under you.
Open Some Windows
Circulate air by opening your windows, especially those on the north and south
side of your house or apartment. Deflect the sun with a white shade or bamboo
curtains. If it is really hot, you can try an Israeli air conditioner: You wet
some sheets and hand them over the windows in the breeze. Or hang your laundry
in the window.
Take a Cool Shower
It is a great way to chill out fast and to keep the air in your home or
apartment feeling cooler, too. Because the water is cold, you don't want to stay
in there too long, so you save on water. Putting some water in a spray bottle
for a quick spritz when you feel hot will cool you off, too.
Turning Japanese
A hand-held fan is just the tip of the Oriental iceberg when it comes to keeping
cool. Sitting outside will always feel cooler than sitting inside. Besides it is
sociable. Put a bamboo mat in your chair. They rarely heat up and they don't
soak up sweat.
Use a ClimaCushion
The ClimaCushion is a great way to feel cool either indoors or in your car.
Imagine 150 tiny fans blowing cooling air across your back-side. No more
sweating in the car or sticking to car seats. You be able to drive in cool
comfortable and possibly save on gas because you won't have to run your air
conditioner.
About the Author
MS. Pope is an SEO Specialist who works with Ciniva Systems, an award winning Virginia Based web design company. Ciniva is in charge of SEO for www.ClimaCushion.com