Stay cool during a heatwave
When temperatures rise, a few well-chosen solutions can make all the difference. From lightweight textiles and window coverings to products that help you sleep more comfortably, discover simple ways to stay cool and improve comfort at home. With these tips, your home will be ready for the hottest days of summer.
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Keep the sun out and let the air circulate
Rooms that receive direct sunlight can warm up quickly. Blackout blinds and curtains are one of the easiest ways to keep the heat at bay, as they help stop sunlight from entering in the first place.
Blackout pleated blinds with a honeycomb structure trap air and provide extra insulation. Keep them closed during the hottest part of the day, then open your windows in the evening when it’s cooler outside. No air conditioning needed – just the right window covering.
Keep the air moving with air purifiers
A well-placed fan can make a big difference. By circulating the air, it helps a room feel comfortable more quickly. Want to go a step further? An air purifier can help keep the air in your home fresh and clean.
Managing the heat while cooking
A kitchen can warm up quickly, especially when the oven, hob or other appliances are in use. Try cooking during the cooler parts of the day and keep food in the fridge until you're ready to eat. Open windows that are out of direct sunlight and switch on the extractor hood to help heat escape rather than build up in the room.
Managing the heat while cooking
A kitchen can warm up quickly, especially when the oven, hob or other appliances are in use. Try cooking during the cooler parts of the day and keep food in the fridge until you're ready to eat. Open windows that are out of direct sunlight and switch on the extractor hood to help heat escape rather than build up in the room.
Create some shade
Heading outdoors or looking to give your garden a helping hand? Parasols, gazebos and sun shades are your best friends.
Looking for a quick or budget-friendly solution? Simply hang a white sheet or piece of fabric in a sunny spot. It still lets daylight through while creating a cooler place to sit. This trick works just as well for a sun-facing window indoors.
Create some shade
Heading outdoors or looking to give your garden a helping hand? Parasols, gazebos and sun shades are your best friends.
Looking for a quick or budget-friendly solution? Simply hang a white sheet or piece of fabric in a sunny spot. It still lets daylight through while creating a cooler place to sit. This trick works just as well for a sun-facing window indoors.
Feel refreshed with a few simple bathroom updates
A lukewarm shower can be a welcome way to cool down during a heatwave. By switching to a water-efficient shower head, you can rinse off and refresh yourself while using less water. It’s a small change that can help you feel fresh and comfortable throughout the day.
Feel refreshed with a few simple bathroom updates
A lukewarm shower can be a welcome way to cool down during a heatwave. By switching to a water-efficient shower head, you can rinse off and refresh yourself while using less water. It’s a small change that can help you feel fresh and comfortable throughout the day.
Stay hydrated and make it fun
Don’t forget to stay hydrated when temperatures rise. Keep water, squash or iced tea ready to serve in a handy VARDAGEN jar with tap or insulated jug, and fill the freezer with homemade ice lollies. It’s a simple way to help yourself and your guests stay refreshed, hydrated and cool on warm summer days.
Hot nights? Not tonight.
Sleep more comfortably on warm nights with a few smart solutions. A cooling mattress pad, mattress protector or pillow can help draw heat away from your body, making hot nights easier to manage. Bedding made from natural materials can also help keep you cool because natural material breathes and absorbs moisture. That way, you stay cool, dry and comfortable – even during a heatwave.
Hot nights? Not tonight.
Sleep more comfortably on warm nights with a few smart solutions. A cooling mattress pad, mattress protector or pillow can help draw heat away from your body, making hot nights easier to manage. Bedding made from natural materials can also help keep you cool because natural material breathes and absorbs moisture. That way, you stay cool, dry and comfortable – even during a heatwave.
