From using wet curtains to growing houseplants, Indians have been using many hacks to keep home interiors cool in summer. As Mumbai experiences one of its worst heat and humidity, we invite actors and an expert who share tips on how to keep the interiors of your home cool and breezy naturally
In photo: Sumeet Raghavan(left)/Kishori Shahane Vij(Middle)/Mahesh Thakur(Right). Photo credits: Official Instagram handles
Key Highlights
- Place indoor fountains or bowls of water with floating candles or flowers around your home
- Use indoor plants such as ferns, peace lilies, or snake plants for a cooling effect
- Apply reflective window film to your windows to reduce heat entering from glass windows
Mumbai is currently witnessing a meltdown like never before. Although the season of monsoon is approaching, the city is nowhere near getting relief from the harsh sun and humid climate any time soon. Mumbaikars have held on to hand fans, sunglasses and cold beverages tightly to escape the summer heat but to no avail.
While one is sure to get grilled on stepping outside, the heat has also permeated indoors making homes feel like hot air balloons. To help you keep your home interiors cool, Mid-day.com roped in actors and experts to seek friendly hacks.