Tips to keep your bedroom cool even without AC

May 6, 2024 ET Online

Block the sun

Sun beaming through windows heats up your room. To prevent this, close your curtains during the hottest part of the day. You can use blackout curtains. Image Source: iStock

Night air

When the outside temperature dips at night, open windows and doors to create a cross breeze. Keep fans near open windows can increase air circulation. Image Source: iStock

DIY AC

Fill a large bowl with ice cubes and place it in front of a box fan. The fan will blow cool air across the ice, creating a refreshing breeze. Image Source: iStock

Damp sheets

For an instant cooling effect, hand a damp sheet from the curtain poles of an open window at night and switch on the fan. Image Source: iStock

Change lights

Change the lights in your bedroom as they can contribute to the overall heating. Switch to LED bulbs and see the difference. Image Source: iStock

Switch it off

Electronic devices emit heat, so turn them off or unplug them when not in use. This is applicable especially if they're left plugged in overnight. Image Source: iStock

Elevate mattress

Hot air tends to settle towards the floor. Elevate your mattress a few inches to sleep cooler by being away from the warmest layer of air in the room. Image Source: iStock

Cooling mattress pad

A cooling mattress pad can help regulate your body temperature while you sleep. Use mattress pads made from gel or water that absorb and disperse heat. Image Source: iStock