The recent warm spell across the UK has led to uncomfortably hot homes and a surge of unwelcome pests. But as the nation finally gets a taste of summer, even late into August, residents are being advised to seal their homes against the scorching heat. Amidst soaring temperatures, Britons have turned to Google for survival tips, with a 5000 percent increase in searches on "how to sleep in a heatwave" witnessed within just the last month.
The warmer climate is not without its downsides, as homes become magnets for bugs, including flies and wasps, which thrive in the heat. Experts recommend shutting off lights and keeping doors and windows closed during evening hours to fend off these warm-weather pests. READ MORE: UK silverfish 'invasion' warning issued as expert explains how to stop them coming in Rob Beswick, a home expert at CGC Interiors , has offered some advice on how to cool down your space cost-effectively, advising against costly electric fans that can bump up electricity bills, reports the Express .
He hailed the importance of maintaining an optimal sleeping temperature, noting: "Getting a good sleep is imperative, and the natural temperature for the human body is around 18.3C and with summer temperatures reaching over 30C, your sleep is often disrupted." Shut curtains and blinds One straightforward measure to combat indoor heat is to obstruct the sunlight's entry.
Emphasising his point, the pro said: "Drawing your curtains and closing your blinds will stop the sun fr.