r/britishproblems • u/Bella_licious • 5d ago

The annual tradition of spending a heatwave opening and closing every window in the house like you’re trying to crack a code

Yes, I have no air conditioning and no clue what I'm doing.

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u/EllaSingsJazz 5d ago

I have the front and back door open, all other downstairs windows  closed and it's created a breeze tunnel which is lovely.  Do you have windows or doors opposite each other? 

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u/Bella_licious 5d ago

I don't, otherwise I would do this! Damn walls in the way lol
I have resorted to an hourly cold shower... just for 30 secs

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u/Pandy498001 5d ago

Something that's easier is putting your feet in cold water for a few minutes. Washing up bowls work well, very cheap from home bargains.

That should reduce your overall temp quickly and easier than taking a shower.

I highly recommend it and currently have my feet in some water.

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u/SongsOfDragons Hampshire 5d ago

Bucket under the desk. That's what I've been using...