Summer guide: 5 simple steps to keep cool in Hyderabad’s heat

Hyderabad summer is always known for its fierce heat, but with some simple and conventional advice, your home can become a cozy and cooler place. Here are five simple steps to keep cool in the record highs at bay.

5 simple steps to keep cool:

1. Cool with clay pots

Hyderabad’s water for drinking has been stored in clay pots over centuries as natural cooling containers. Their porous nature makes them retain the coolness and crispness in the water, a safe and natural alternative to refrigerators or plastic buckets. It’s the ideal summer friend to stay hydrated.

2. Clean your environment with natural screens

Purchase bamboo or khus grass screens to be placed on balconies or windows. When water-sprayed, these screens chill the air coming into your house, leaving your house with an earthy aroma and freshness and reducing the temperature overall.

3. Use light clothing in place of heavy linens

For ultimate comfort, wear loosely in cotton attire rather than thick bedding and drapes. To cool your house, lay damp cloths on the floor – particularly on tile or marble – since this reduces the heat inside the house without any extra machinery.

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4. Utilize traditional floor mats

Bamboo or straw mats are more natural to sleep on than foam mattresses that can become hot. These old mats have a breathable surface ideal for a snooze in the afternoon or unwinding after a day of being outdoors.

5. Opt for light meals and chilled beverages

Skip devoting time in cooking heavy food in the mid-day heat. Opt for quicker food and chilled beverages such as rose or lemon-flavored ice-sorbet. Not just will it curb indoor heat caused by cooking inside the house, but also it will keep you charged and fresh.

With these simple-to-follow tips, you can make the blistering heat of Hyderabad a tolerable and even enjoyable season. Whether you are sipping ice-cold water from a terra cotta pot or lounging on a bamboo mat, these tips keep your home cool and welcoming by blending utility and culture.

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