Dr Ben Roberts, who has a PhD on how to prevent overheating in homes without the use of air conditioning, shares advice

Should you leave bedroom windows open in hot weather? Experts reveal why 79°F (26°C) is the crucial threshold for closing your curtains and windows, the key bedroom window mistake…

Dr Ben Roberts, who has a PhD on how to prevent overheating in homes without the use of air conditioning, shares advice

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There's one standout 'natural cooling' hack that is easy to do and completely free which will keep homes cool during the heatwave — approved by a British Gas engineer.

The heatwave is officially back, and households are being urged to use a simple trick to keep their homes cool - and it's cheap too.