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How to stay cool at home during the heat with the "caveman method"

2025-07-04 19:30:41Lifestyle SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
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When summer comes, sunny days and outdoor games give us a sense of joy. But as soon as temperatures start to rise significantly, the pleasure turns into worry and the nights become increasingly difficult to cope with.

In an attempt to cool down their home, many people rush to open windows and doors, thinking that this will cool down the interior. In fact, this is one of the worst things you can do during a heat wave.

What is the "caveman method"?

The most effective approach (the caveman method) to keep your home cool during the heat is to mimic the conditions of a cave: darkness, quiet, and isolation from the outside. The cave remains cool because it does not allow sunlight to enter and is closed to hot air from the outside.

The same principle applies to your home: keep windows, doors, and shutters closed throughout the day. Don't be fooled by the idea that a shaded area can bring coolness; even there, the air that enters is hot and only worsens the indoor temperature.

Instead of looking for a light breeze, you should think about ways to block the flow of air from outside. Turning off the lights also helps, as any artificial light source releases heat.

It's the same logic as with the air conditioner: if you had it on, you wouldn't open anything for fear of letting in cool air. The opposite happens when you don't have an air conditioner, but you open everything — in that case, you're letting in hot, unwanted air.

Long-term solutions

Beyond the immediate measures that can be implemented during heat waves, there are also more sustainable ways to improve the temperature at home.

These include installing dark window films, which reflect sunlight and reduce heat gain. Another practical solution is integrated curtains between glass panels, which can be added without having to completely replace existing windows.

These systems not only save space and last longer than external curtains, but also make temperature control more efficient. Modern glass with reflective properties and protective awnings for windows and doors are also useful tools for keeping the sun out.

Instead of anxiously waiting for the next heat wave, it's better to take action now. And sometimes, to live better in extreme conditions, it can help to think like cavemen: isolated, in the dark, and protected from the sun.


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