There’s something uniquely frustrating about a UK heatwave. The sun comes out, temperatures rise rapidly, and suddenly our homes—built to trap warmth in the winter—become uncomfortably warm. You open a window hoping for a breeze, but instead, hot air lingers like a stubborn guest. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. When it gets this hot, the usual tricks often don’t cut it. But with a bit of strategy and some clever tweaks, it is possible to stay cool. Here are seven genuinely helpful tips to help keep both your home and yourself comfortable when the temperatures rise. 1. Let in Cool Air at the Right Time You might think keeping your windows open all day helps, but that can backfire. The trick is to open windows early in the morning or later in the evening, when the outside air is cooler than indoors. To create airflow, open windows on opposite sides of your home. If you live in a flat where that’s not an option, try propping doors open to help air move through the space. E...