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How to keep your home lovely and cool without air conditioning

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Sultry summer evenings, long sunny days, al fresco dining and endlessly enjoying the outdoor life; that is summer at its best! But, no matter how great that may be, there are also days when the heat can be overwhelming. The mercury rises indoors on days like this too. It’s time for cooling! But in a smart, sustainable way. With the right outdoor sun protection, your home can stay lovely and cool.

Smart cooling begins on the outside

Many people immediately reach for an air conditioning system to keep their homes cool, but did you know that you can stop your home heating up using outdoor sun protection? Most heat comes into your home via the windows and large glazed areas, such as patio doors. And, once the heat is indoors, it is difficult to get it out again. The solution? Preventing it coming into your home in the first place. With outdoor sun protection, you stop the solar rays before they hit your windows. As a result, indoors stays cool without the use of energy-hungry air conditioning systems.

Natural Cooling

Smart outdoor sun protection works like a tree: it captures the sun and creates shade. With sun protection such as screens, awnings or pergolas, you can block the sun naturally. Great for your living comfort, energy bill and the climate. And what’s more, your interior will stay looking gorgeous for longer. Your furniture won’t fade and floors won’t lose their shine in the bright sunlight. And outdoors? There, you will create a gorgeous space which can be enjoyed all year round. And everything will seamlessly blend in with the style of your home. Because, at Harol, you choose the colour and finish of your sun protection to ensure it perfectly matches your style. Whether you have an extensive garden area or a balcony, there is always a solution for you.

Pergola

With a pergola, you not only create shade, but also an extra outdoor room. Fantastic for al fresco lunches, relaxing in your garden, or enjoying long evenings outdoors. And with a model such as the new Versuz Linea, which is also suitable for low or compact façades, you can enjoy both small and large spaces.

Screens

Particularly if you have large or south-facing windows, screens could be the smart choice. They keep the sun out, but let the light in and you retain your view outdoors. And Harol even has a screen which runs on 100% solar energy. It’s a great win-win!

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Awnings

Extend the awning when you need shade and retract it when the sun goes in. This gives you effective shade whenever you need it. Flexible, practical and stylish.

With the right sun protection, you can keep your home (and your head) lovely and cool in a sustainable way. Your terrace will become your favourite space, from the first rays of spring sunshine, to the Indian summer in the autumn. Want to know which solution is best for you? Ask a specialist to advise you on the perfect, customised solution.

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