British summers are getting hotter, and last year’s heatwave was proof that this is no longer a once-in-a-decade event. Between fans running all night, ovens heating up the entire house, and windows doing absolutely nothing to block the sun, the bills add up fast. Here at 22Words, we’ve rounded up 20 finds that keep your home cool, your comfort intact, and your energy bills more manageable this summer.
Hard to believe, but powerful cooling doesn’t have to spike your electricity bill.
This slim Levoit tower fan is silent, making it perfect for bedroom use. It chills entire rooms quickly during heatwaves, and it comes with a handy remote.
Stop heat before it even enters your home with this Rabbitgoo heat-blocking window film.
This reflective film reduces heat from sunlight up to 80% without blocking natural daylight or ruining your view, and provides brilliant daytime privacy from nosy neighbours!
Take advantage of those warm summer evenings in your garden with solar-powered lights.
These outdoor lights harvest solar energy, casting a bright light along paths, patios, or balconies. They require zero wiring and cost nothing to run.
Ditch the expensive bedside fan and grab this cooling mattress topper for just £30.
This specialised mattress topper actively dissipates body heat rather than trapping it. It is thick and adds luxurious cushioning to any bed size, keeping you sweat-free through muggy summer nights.
Grab this cooling hero that sips a fraction of the energy of standard desk fans.
This compact USB-powered fan is whisper-quiet and easy to position anywhere. It features three powerful speeds, making it an absolute lifesaver for hot home offices or managing sudden hot flushes.
Avoid overheating at home with PONY DANCE thermal blackout curtains.
In summer, this thermal lining blocks out baking afternoon sunlight to keep rooms remarkably cool. Come winter, they reverse roles to trap heat inside.
Skip the pricey coffee shop iced lattes and get this cold brew coffee maker.
This cold brew maker requires zero electricity, steeping a whole week’s worth of coffee right in your fridge. It has a dual-mesh filter that handles medium grounds well, and it is dishwasher-safe.
Keep your home secure without adding a single penny to your electricity bill with these solar motion-sensor security lights.
This solar-powered security light can be mounted to fences or walls and doesn’t need wiring. It has highly sensitive motion detection and gives you bright illumination.
Stop flipping your pillow to the cold side every twenty minutes with these cooling pillows.
This skin-friendly pillow has cooling fibres, and it has a smooth texture that prevents morning bedhead.
This evaporative cooler delivers a breeze that feels as ice-cold as full air conditioning for just £110.
Instead of just having warm air move around with a standard fan, this PELONIS evaporative air cooler cools large spaces, has a remote, and offers value compared to noisy, power-hungry AC units.
Avoid trapped heat with these roof and skylight blackout blinds.
Designed to fit Velux windows perfectly with just four simple screws, this blind blocks out 100% of piercing sunlight and ambient heat, looking significantly smarter than basic factory alternatives.
Create light summer meals without firing up the stove with this Tristar rice cooker.
This rice cooker prepares fluffy portions evenly with zero sticking. It features an automatic shut-off and an efficient keep-warm function, requiring minimal kitchen oversight and keeping cooking heat.
Swap your incandescent lights that give off more heat for these energy-saving LED bulbs.
Swap them for this smart LED set, which uses up to 80% less energy. They have adjustable brightness, endless colour options, and seamless voice control via Alexa or your phone.
Pocket-sized air conditioning if you’re feeling too lazy to turn on the big fan, or even for packed commuter trains.
This powerful handheld fan has a built-in water misting function that cools your skin. It fits neatly into any handbag and runs for up to a full week on a single USB charge.
Control your comfort completely without leaving the sofa with this smart fan.
This smart fan gives you strong airflow while running quietly. It has multiple energy-saving modes, it is quick to set up, and it pairs well with Alexa or Google Home.
Draught excluders aren’t just for winter; use them in the summer too to keep away the heat.
Keep your indoor air chilled with this drought excluder, which blocks heavy, humid heat from invading your space.
Slow cookers are the secret summer bill-savers. Grab this one for just £34.
This generous 6.5-litre slow cooker looks expensive and handles large family stews or roasted chickens effortlessly, trapping all cooking heat inside the machine instead of heating your home.
If you despise the noise of traditional fans, then you’d love this futuristic bladeless fan.
The EcoNour bladeless fan is energy efficient, saving you tons! It also has a smooth airflow, which feels lovely during those summer heatwaves, and because it is bladeless, it is safe for your pets and children.
Ditch sticky synthetic bedding for cooling, luxurious bed sheets.
These bamboo fitted sheets feel as smooth as silk against the skin while being breathable and temperature-regulating, helping you stay completely cool and comfortable on hot summer nights.