If your home feels too hot, you could benefit from leaving your blinds down all day, experts have revealed.

This week, it has been undeniably sweltering. With many homes across the country designed to retain heat, it has been unbearably stuffy. But as well as whipping out your best fans and best portable air conditioner to help cool, it’s also helpful to keep your curtains or blinds drawn where you can.

If you’re desperate to keep your home cool this summer, keeping your blinds shut during the hottest parts of the day can help block sunlight streaming through, which can otherwise cause indoor temperatures to rise. Here’s everything you need to…

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