How to Keep Cool Without AC This Summer

It’s summertime where I live and that means it’s time to bring out my fans, close up my blinds, and begin the battle to keep my house cool. In the 18 years I’ve lived in my current home, we have never had an air conditioner. The average daily high during the summer months sits in the high 80 degree Fahrenheit range (about 55 degrees Celsius), but can reach 100+ degrees when we have heat waves (40+ Celsius). Staying cool in these temperatures takes some strategy and planning. I’ve tried nearly everything over the years and have come up with some Read More