Placing the fan by the window, using chilled ice, and turning off unnecessary devices... are ways to help users stay cool on hot summer days with just a fan.
1. Effective Cooling Tips for Summer Using Only a Fan
Placing the fan by the window, using chilled ice, and turning off unnecessary devices... are ways to help users stay cool on hot summer days with just a fan.
1. Place the Fan by the Window at Night
During hot sunny days, outdoor temperatures soar, increasing indoor heat. However, at night, outdoor temperatures drop, offering cooler indoor conditions. Take advantage of this by placing your fan in front of an open window. You can use window-mounted fans or find ways to secure existing fans in place.
Place the Fan by the Window at Night
Placing the fan in this position and opening the window will help the fan draw cool air into the room and circulate some of the hot air outside, making the room cooler.
Keep the doors closed during the day.
As mentioned, in the morning, outdoor temperatures will be very hot, causing indoor temperatures to rise as well. Therefore, users should tightly close the doors, release all curtains, turning the room into an oasis. This method will help reduce the amount of heat entering the room. If possible, install ceiling fans and window-mounted fans to create a convection current to push hot air out and cool air in.
Using chilled ice placed in front of a running fan.
This method is not only cost-effective but also highly efficient and immediate in cooling the room.
Turn off unnecessary electrical devices.
Therefore, users should completely turn off electrical devices such as lights, computers, TVs... when not in use instead of leaving them on standby mode.
Avoid using wall-mounted fans.
While wall-mounted fans may be convenient in terms of space, they do not cool the entire room as effectively as pedestal fans. If users have a small and cramped room, they should opt for a small-blade pedestal fan and place it next to the bed or study desk.
Place the fan in a spacious, well-ventilated location.
However, this notion is incorrect because placing the fan too close to the wall reduces its cooling efficiency, or positioning it in the direction of incoming hot air on a hot day will blow hot air from outside into the room, making the space warmer. In the case of placing the fan in an enclosed room, it will create hot and dry air.
Therefore, users should position the fan in a well-ventilated room with windows and doors open, about 1 meter away from the wall. For wall-mounted fans, choose a moderately high installation position, not too high to reduce cooling efficiency, nor too low as it will narrow the cooling range.
Utilize the feature of rotating left, right, and reversing direction.
To enhance airflow circulation and the cooling effect of the fan, users should utilize the feature of rotating left, right, and reversing direction. Avoid keeping the fan fixed in one position for too long, as the air around this area can create dry heat, making you feel hotter.