Summer in Australia is no joke. In case you hadn’t noticed, it can get pretty hot around here during the summer season. In fact, we’re famous for it. If you battle to stay cool in the summer months and feel like you’re melting in your own home, it may be time to grab some quick cool-off tools to keep you comfortable. Make sure you have everything you need to survive a seriously hot summer with these tips.

Keep the cold in:

While many people around the world worry about staying warm inside, we’re stuck with the opposite problem. A hot house can be highly uncomfortable, particularly when you’re trying to get to sleep. If you’re lucky enough to have air conditioning in your home then make sure you’re keeping that cool air inside rather than letting it leak into the hot summer air outside. Use double sided foam tape to seal the windows – this will also help keep the warmth in your home when winter arrives.

Shade the windows:

While it may be lovely to look out of your window at a pleasant sunny view, you could end up heating up your home as a result. Use shades or curtains to cover your windows; this will prevent sun from shining into your space and raising the temperature indoors.

Supercharge your fan:

If your bedroom fan just isn’t providing the kind of cooling sensation you’re looking for, try this trick. Place an ice pack or a big bowl of ice right in front of the fan where the air blows, and adjust the position until you feel the extra-fresh icy air blowing on your sweaty face.

Use headache patches:

Those icy patches that people stick on their foreheads to soothe a throbbing migraine can do wonders if you’re looking for a quick and easy way to cool off. Stick them on your forehead when you get in after too much sun exposure to experience instant relief.

Use the right sheets:

The wrong choice of bed sheets could leave you tossing and turning all summer long. Swap out your winter sheets for a summer-friendly alternative. Natural cotton breathes well, helping you relax and wind down after a hot day. Stay away from synthetic fabrics and insulating materials like fleece or flannel. This is particularly important when it comes to your pillow – synthetic fabric pillows will retain body heat so you won’t get that nice cool sensation when you lie in bed at night.

Use cold cloths:

Remember how wonderful a cold cloth felt on your face when you were a child and had a fever? You can recreate that feeling on a sizzling hot day by simply soaking some rags or dishtowels in cold water and placing them in the fridge or freezer. Rotate them throughout the day to maintain the chill.

Make some icy treats. The food and drink you eat can definitely affect your body temperature, so choose wisely. Dish up some healthy frozen treats like fruit smoothies and frozen yoghurt to stay nourished without over-heating. This will also help you to avoid turning the oven on when you need to eat – the heat from the oven can easily seep into your home and cause discomfort.

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