THE Great British Summer has been disappointing so far, but with some experts predicting that the next heatwave is just around the corner, it’s a great time to think about cooling your home.
The good news is that beating the heat doesn’t have to cost the earth.
In fact, there are solutions starting from just £10 that can make scorching temperatures more bearable.
Keeping your pad cool in the summer will help with you feel more comfortable at home.
You don’t have to be DIY whizz either, plenty of hacks are easy to implement yourself.
We’ve spoken to heating engineers and DIY experts to round up the most cost-effective measures to keep cool. Here’s our pick of the best:
- Window film/tint
Reflective or tinted window films can reduce heat gain by blocking UV rays and glare.
The material costs from £8 and up to £20 a roll, and should cover three to four windows.
Installation is usually straightforward, thanks to an easy…