And Other Stuff to Keep Temperatures Down

by louis cheslaw

in order to unearth slightly more unexpected ways to cool down an apartment, we asked 11 experts, from interior designers to smart-appliance installers, for their most effective alternative techniques.

1.

Keep your desk, table, and couch away

from the window. “These are the warmest areas; large furniture obstructs breezes and prevents your apartment from allowing hot air to flow out and

cool air to flow in,” says Petty.

2.

Never leave any larger appliances, like guitar amps, desktop computers, or televisions, on or plugged in when you’re not using them. “Especially if they’re older,” says

Fiks. “As appliances age, they get hotter and hotter.” Interior designer Neffi Walker recommends you use large appliances like laundry units and ovens only at night.

3.

Put fitted sheets and blankets in the

freezer for a few minutes. Says Welch: “I leave them in for a few minutes, then pull them out and remake the bed. It won’t last all night, but it’ll cool you down when you are trying to fall asleep.”