I’m a property expert – why opening your windows during a heatwave is a big mistake & what to do instead
WITH summer comes blazing temperatures that make our homes unbearably hot – and for some, an air conditioner isn't an option.
While you may think opening the window is the way to go when it comes to combatting this heat, that might not be the case, according to a property expert.
Per , property expert Chris Nye from said that windows should be closed in very hot weather.
He explained: "It might seem counterintuitive, but if the air outside is hotter than the air in your home, keeping your windows closed could help your home stay a little cooler."
Closing your blinds and curtains during the day may curb the heat as well.
"Much of the sunlight that enters your home through the windows turns into heat, so it’s a good idea to keep your curtains and blinds closed, at least during the hottest times of the day," Nye said.
"You may even want to opt for blackout curtains to keep windows covered and block the sunlight out completely."
If you've got hay fever, closed windows during the day are especially beneficial, as this will help keep pollen out of your home and possibly alleviate your symptoms.
While keeping your windows shut during the day is optimal, at night time, it's in your best interest to keep the windows open.
Dr. Lindsay Browning, psychologist and sleep expert, said that a cool breeze circulating through your bedroom could improve your sleep conditions.
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"Generally, when it is really hot outside it is a good idea to keep windows closed during the daytime, as you don’t want the hot external air to come into the house warming it up," she explained.
"However, after the sun goes down, the outside air will start to cool down.
"At this point, it is a great idea to open the windows to let in a breeze of cool external air into the bedroom, helping cool the room and to provide needed air circulation."