Cooling down your bedroom, dorm, or room without air conditioning.

The forecast predicts prolonged hot weather until the end of May, potentially extending to July, with erratic patterns alternating between scorching heat and sudden cold rain, posing health risks. Here, Mytour Blog will guide you on how to cool down your room more effectively in the summer or during hot weather so you can rest comfortably.

1. Mop the floor with ice water for quick room cooling.

Regularly mopping the floor is a simple, easy-to-implement method to cool down a room without air conditioning, providing instant refreshing results for the space. Especially during power outages, this water-based room cooling method works best. Intense heatwaves or record-breaking heat will raise temperatures significantly, causing the floor to radiate heat and spread throughout the bedroom or the entire house, including the garden and patio.

How to proceed: 

• Use a damp mop to mop the floor 2-3 times with cool water. 
• Even better, add 2-3 ice cubes for cooler water. 
• Allow the floor to air dry naturally.

2. Use cold ice and a fan to cool the room

Using ice and a fan to cool down a room is a beloved method for many students. Keeping the air conditioner running all day can lead to a high electricity bill, so using a fan and ice to create a makeshift 'air conditioner' is both cooling and energy-saving.

When there's no air conditioner, you can cool down a bedroom with ice and a fan as follows:

• Place ice in a large container and position it in front of the fan.
• Turn on the fan and you'll feel the cool breeze along with a refreshing mist of cold air emanating from the ice.
• Lastly, sit back and enjoy the cool misty air from the ice.

3.  Increase water intake to reduce fatigue

Hot weather can cause fatigue due to a sudden increase in body temperature, leading to issues like heat exhaustion, sunstroke, headaches, etc. You can cool down and lower your internal body temperature by consuming chilled beverages like tea or cold water to create a sense of comfort, refreshment, and coolness.

Alternatively, you can use a cool towel to wipe areas like your neck, wrists, and armpits to reduce body heat. Additionally, it's advisable to choose clothing made of breathable and moisture-wicking materials to promote sweat evaporation and airflow.

Note: Avoid drinking excessively cold water or using overly cold water to wipe your body, as it can cause thermal shock, making you more susceptible to catching a cold.

4. Opt for a thinner mattress for a cooler sleep

Thick mattresses tend to have poor air circulation underneath, especially in hot weather. During this heatwave, using a latex mattress or one with a structure that allows for greater airflow will provide much cooler sleep.

Additionally, you should choose cotton bed sheets over polyester ones as cotton is more absorbent of sweat. Sweat is absorbed directly into the cotton fabric, providing immediate coolness. You won't experience uncomfortable dampness or sweat seeping back onto your body.

5. Lay the mattress on the floor or sleep on bamboo mats, hammocks

Sleeping on the floor instantly cools down the areas of contact on your back, arms, and legs. Alternatively, you can choose bamboo mats or hammocks designed with plenty of breathable holes and extremely thin material for better heat dissipation and coolness.

In places with intense sunlight and excessively high temperatures, it's advisable to cool the floor before lying down by mopping it.

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6. Opt for sun-blocking, thermal curtains

During the hot season, step into a curtain store and immediately get a sun-blocking, thermal curtain to prepare for this summer. Unlike other fabrics, sun-blocking fabric will limit sunlight penetration and minimize the heat transmitted into the room.

7. Plant shade-providing and heat-tolerant plants

Vining plants grow faster than woody plants and naturally bend to provide shade for your windows, doors, or garden.

Some heat-tolerant, easy-to-grow vine plants include lemon vines, blue pea flowers, spiderwort, and bougainvillea.

8. Block sewer odor and avoid fully opening windows to let in hot air

During hot weather, the evaporation of sewer water can cause a foul odor to spread throughout bedrooms, dormitories, bathrooms, etc. Install additional devices to block sewer odor to keep these spaces smelling fresh and pleasant.

Furthermore, bedrooms with intense sunlight can become even hotter. Limit fully opening windows and instead allow for slight ventilation while using sun-blocking curtains to protect against sunburn and heat insulation.

Similarly with your wardrobe, it's important to regularly organize and rearrange your clothes. This way, your clothes won't get moldy.

9. Install an air conditioning system

During scorching weather like this, having an air conditioner blowing cool air is truly relaxing and incredibly comfortable. If the above methods of cooling your room still don't keep you cool enough, then consider installing an air conditioning unit to enjoy a cool, refreshing room and a good night's sleep today.

Currently, the market offers a wide range of smartly designed air conditioning units suitable for modern homes, such as ceiling-mounted air conditioners, concealed air conditioners, mini standing air conditioners, etc.

Some reputable and energy-efficient air conditioner brands like Sanyo Air Conditioners and Panasonic Air Conditioners offer various operating modes suitable for different room sizes.

Additionally, you can check the prices of 1-horsepower inverter air conditioners, energy-saving 1-horsepower air conditioners on Mytour to find and purchase a cost-effective air conditioner suitable for your living space.

Above are some simple and easy ways to cool down your bedroom, living room, and dormitory. Apply these methods immediately to create comfort for your body on these scorching days.