The scorching heat often disrupts daily activities, and recently, Indonesia has experienced unusually high temperatures in several regions. The heat isn't just felt outdoors—it can also make indoor spaces uncomfortably warm.
However, relying on air conditioning (AC) all the time to keep your home cool can significantly increase your electricity bill. Fortunately, there are ways to maintain a cool and comfortable home during hot weather without consuming excessive energy. Here’s how!
1. Using alternatives such as fans
Compared to using AC which has high wattage, you can try other alternative air conditioners such as fans which have lower wattage. Krisbow Vintage Wall Fan from AZKO Indonesia only has 55 watts of power with 3 choices of wind speed levels.
You can place it in the area of the room that feels the hottest. Because it is placed on the wall, of course it can reach a wider area so that the air can be distributed evenly.
2. Lowering the temperature in the room
To reduce the heat in the house, you can lower the temperature in the room using an Air Cooler. No need to worry about wasting electricity, Kris Air Cooler Evaporate only has 24 watts of power.
The air produced by this Air Cooler can feel like an AC, because it has a water tank and two ice packs to increase the humidity of the room so that the air can feel cooler. Equipped with an ionizer feature that also makes the air clean.
3. Install curtains
So that the hot sunlight does not enter the house, you can close the windows with curtains or drapes. However, this can make the air in the house feel stuffier because no air enters or waste electricity because you have to turn on the lights if you use curtains or drapes made of thick fabric that completely blocks sunlight.
Alternatively, use window curtains such as Forhom Honeycomb Blind with Polyester material that can withstand excessive solar heat in the house and protect from harmful UV rays. These curtains can be opened and closed easily, so the curtains are closed to block sunlight, but cool air can still enter.
4. Turn off the lights when not in use
Lights that are on during the day not only waste electricity but also make the air in the house feel hotter. If it is not needed, it is better to turn off the lights, or you can use LED lights that will stay cool and energy efficient. To make it easier, you can also use ot lights
5. Using cool fabrics
Avoid hot fabrics if you don't want to feel hot. Use cool fabrics such as cotton or linen for sheets, blankets, or pillowcases, as well as the clothes you wear, so you don't get hot easily.
Those are 5 tips that you can try to keep your home cool in hot weather without worrying about wasting electricity. Some of the items mentioned above can also be obtained at all AZKO Indonesia stores nearby or through the ruparupa.
Sherelle - 18 May 2025
