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Given the impending heat wave and temperatures continuing to rise, all solutions make sense. Especially if it allows us to leave the air conditioning aside a little: of course it is particularly useful during this period, but we must not forget that at the end of the month it also increases the electricity bill. The advice we give you today is also very welcome. In fact, thanks to the two products you use, your fan not only blows air, but above all fresh air. Now discover this ingenious method that will help you a lot in fighting this hellish heat wave.
If you are looking for an interesting but above all functional alternative to expensive air conditioning, which is sometimes even harmful to the health of vulnerable people, we have found the ideal advice for you against the scorching heat. With the help of PET bottles and ice cubes, you will feel relief like never before, at least for a few hours. Quickly try this method that will change your daily life!
How to build a homemade air conditioner from PET bottles an
But what do the abbreviations PET actually mean? These letters actually denote “polyethylene” and “terephthalate”, the main components of plastic bottles containing mineral water or some drinks. So when combined with ice cubes, this bottle can do wonders at home during this heatwave.
- Stock up on ice cubes!
To easily create a “home air conditioner,” rely on the power of ice cubes. Before the weather forecast announces a major heat wave in the coming days, you should stock up on enough ice. And as soon as the temperatures start to rise, be prepared for the situation: place bowls of ice or plastic bottles of ice water around the room. You will be surprised at how quickly the room cools down. And this over several hours, of course it all depends on the amount of ice you have.
- Fan and bottles
Another smart option is combining ice cubes with your fan. Cut the neck of a plastic bottle and fill it with ice. Then place it in front of the rotating fan blades, which immediately distribute the cool air to the surrounding area. As long as you have a very powerful fan, you will no longer suffocate from the ambient heat!
- Styrofoam box
The most effective way to freshen the air in the room is to purchase a plastic box with a lid that can accommodate five two-liter PET bottles, a fan with a power cord and a plastic elbow with a diameter of 10 cm.
How to build this homemade air conditioner yourself?
First, drill two holes in the cover at opposite corners and place the fan in one and the plastic bracket in the other. Fill the bottles with water, let them freeze for a while and then put them in the box. Close the lid and connect the fan. The cold air emerging from the box via the plastic arch is distributed throughout the room.
It has been proven that such a “home air conditioner” can cool the room for up to five hours. Something to refresh you! After this time, all you have to do is take out the bottles and put the frozen ones in to enjoy a few more hours of freshness.
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