With the arrival of the heat to Portugal, the fans return to occupy a prominent place in Portuguese houses. But are we using them in the most effective way? According to energy efficiency experts, the answer is no, and there is a British method that promises surprising results with use of the fan.
The so-called “British Method” is gain popularity in the UK and social networks, presenting itself as a more economical and effective alternative to air conditioning. The trick is inverting the traditional logic of use of the fan, creating an intelligent air circulation that refreshes the house with minimal costs.
The origin of the British method
According to Daily Mail, expert Les Roberts of Bionic energy company was one of the first to publicize this technique in the UK.
The idea began to spread to British publications and ended up gaining traction with thousands of users on social networks.
According to Roberts, the most common error is to point the fan directly to the body. Instead, the device should be placed around the window to expel the accumulated hot air inside the division.
How it works in practice
The technique becomes even more effective if combined with the opening of windows on opposite sides of the house. “Opening opposite windows or doors allows air circulation,” explained the expert.
Put a second fan facing the inside at the other end creates a cross -renewing air more effectively.
The trick works particularly well in the early morning or end of the day, when the outside temperature is lower than the interior.
Relevant energy savings
The British method is not just for lowering the temperature, it also serves to lower the light bill: the same expert indicated that a fan, when used correctly, can cost about 84 cents a day, while the air conditioner can exceed 9 euros daily.
According to the Daily Mail, the application of this strategy can translate into a weekly savings of over 60 euros during prolonged heat periods.
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A viral technique in the UK
The British method became a trend in Tiktok, where British users shared videos to demonstrate the technique. One of the most seen was published by the Tayyylz user, who showed how his boyfriend repositioned the fan out of the window.
The young woman, as the British newspaper explains, was surprised by the results and the video surpassed the 180,000 views.
In the comments, many British admitted never thought of using the fan this way and were convinced by the simplicity of the trick.
Complementary measures to face heat
In addition to the proper use of the fan, the experts cited by the maintaining closed blinds and curtains during the hottest hours, avoiding the use of appliances that produce heat and bet on clear tones in the decoration. Everything contributes to keeping the house fresh with minimal energy consumption.
Planting trees in the garden or balconies can also help create natural shade zones, reducing direct sun exposure on walls and windows.
A British habit that can conquer the Portuguese
Like other imported habits, such as five tea or systematic use of impermeable covers, this British trick with the fan may well become part of summer routines in Portugal.
In a scenario of increasingly extreme temperatures, learning from those who have already adapted to the heat in an ingenious way can be the way for a cooler and most economic summer.
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