- Install fans to keep cool and save on air conditioning. Using a fan instead of an air-conditioner can save you $385 a year!
Did you know? Ceiling fans are more effective than standing fans for cooling purposes and they come in a wide variety of colours, shapes and styles to match any home interior design. | |
- Choose light colours such as cream, white or beige for walls and large furniture. These reflect heat better than dark colours.
- Use curtains or blinds over windows, or solar window films to block unwanted heat from the sun, especially for east- and west-facing windows.
- Avoid obstructing windows and pathways with large furniture pieces as they block airflow for natural ventilation.
- Use partitions to minimise the space to be air-conditioned. Less energy is required to cool a smaller and more targeted space.
Check out the Resource Efficiency Guide for Homeowners for more tips