Tricks to Make Your House Cool Without Air Conditioning

The weather is getting hotter these days, and not everyone is comfortable or able to use air conditioning in every room. But don't worry—a cool house without air conditioning is not just a dream, as long as you know the tricks!

Here are some surefire ways to keep your house cool even without air conditioning:

1. Use Building Materials That "Breathe"
Materials such as red brick, concrete blocks, or lightweight concrete can absorb heat more slowly, so the temperature inside the room remains stable for longer. Avoid glass walls that are too large without protection, because they can make the room like an oven.

2. Maximize Air Circulation
Make sure the house has cross ventilation—there are openings on two sides that face each other, so that the wind can flow smoothly. Add air holes (roster) or louvers above the doors and windows to let hot air out.

3. Choose Bright Colors for the Exterior

Light colors such as white, light gray, or cream can reflect heat better than dark colors. Paint the exterior walls of your house with these colors to reduce heat absorption.

4. Install Curtains & Window Film
Use blackout curtains or roller blinds to limit sunlight from entering. Add heat-rejecting window film to windows that are directly exposed to daylight—the result can lower the room temperature by several degrees.

5. Pay Attention to the Position and Shape of the Roof
A sloping and high roof will help speed up heat dissipation. If possible, use materials such as clay tiles or foil-coated metal roofs that have high heat reflection.

6. Plant Trees or Create a Small Garden
Plants can be natural protection from the heat. Shady trees in front of the house or a mini garden in the backyard help absorb sunlight and lower the temperature of the surrounding environment.

BONUS TIP: Use a Ceiling Fan
If you need additional help, install a ceiling fan. In addition to being more energy efficient, air circulation is also more evenly distributed throughout the room.

Building a Cool Home Starts with the Materials!
Confused about where to start? You can consult with PT Intisumber Bajasakti, a building materials distributor that is ready to help you find heat-resistant materials, hollow iron ventilation, to galvalum roofs that are suitable for tropical homes.

💬 Consult your building materials needs now with the PT Intisumber Bajasakti team! Contact us at (021) 66675999 or visit our website at intisumberbajasakti.com

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