This weekend in Central New York temperatures hit the 90's.
A/C is great for staying cool and so is a pool, but here a few alternative suggestions to beat the heat in your home and maybe even save some $$.
Change up your wall color this season. Cool colors will make your home feel cooler. White, gray, light green and light blue on the walls reflect the light away and won't retain heat.
Pair your wall color with white for an extra cool, summery look - white trim, soft white muslin drapes, and white accent pieces will give the room a breezy cottage feel.
Remove heavy rugs and throws and opt for lighter materials. Bamboo rugs are a great natural element to bring in (and they are inexpensive too).
Pull in a few accent colors from your garden - orange and yellow are especially vibrant against cool colors.
Turn on that ceiling fan - ceiling fans help keep you cool while using less energy than a 100 watt bulb.
If you do use A/C, make sure you keep your A/C unit in a shady spot - direct sunlight on the unit decreases efficiency. No shade? Plant trees or bushes around it to make shade.
And finally, switch from cotten sheets to linen on your bed. Linen will keep you cooler as it has better wicking properties.
Smart Move Design is a Home Staging and Redesign company located near Syracuse, NY and serves the Central and Northern New York areas.
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