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9 easy ways to keep your cool this Summer

October 18, 2023-3 min read

Turning your home into a chilled oasis is easier than you think, even in a summer scorcher. You just need the best home cooling appliances, a steady flow of chilled drinks and frozen treats, and a sneaky heat-busting small appliance or two. Our checklist will help get you and your home primed for a perfect summer.

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1. Air Conditioning

Where would we be without it? “An air conditioner is not a luxury; it’s an affordable essential,” says Scott Bazley, Heating and Cooling Buyer at The Good Guys. “A reverse cycle split system air conditioner is a practical choice for many Australians because it offers the added bonus of heating as well as cooling, for year-round comfort and convenience.” Enjoy ultimate comfort inside your home with Samsung’s Airise WindFree™ with built-in Wi-Fi Split System Air Conditioner Range. It is designed to cool you down fast. When the desired temperature is reached, the innovative WindFree™ Technology helps maintain the cool air quietly to give you the ultimate comfort. Plus, forget the humid, troublesome nights during summer - Samsung’s Airise Wind-Free Good Sleep mode creates a comfortable and relaxing environment inside your bedroom, making it suitable for deep and relaxing sleep.

2. Portable Air Conditioning

Renting? A portable air conditioner offers a quick fix – just plug it into the power socket and you’re good to go. The Omega Altise 2.6kW Portable Air Conditioner is ideal for living rooms or bedrooms, is easy to move between rooms, features two speed fan settings, a remote control and a 24-hour timer, so you can set it to start before you return home from work. Or, consider a window wall air conditioner such as the Kelvinator C3.9kW Cool Only Box Air Conditioner that can be slotted into a window space. If you move home, simply remove and reinsert at your next address. “Some models like the Dimplex C2.6kW H2.4kW Reverse Window Box Air Con can heat and cool, so you only need one appliance to cover summer and winter,” says Scott Bazley.

3. Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans bring the breeze while using only a portion of the energy of air conditioners. “That said, combining ceiling fans with air conditioning can increase the energy efficiency of your air conditioner, as it won’t have to work as hard to cool the space,” says Scott Bazley. Make a style statement with the Mercator 137cm Nemoi Black Ceiling Fan or the Mercator 130cm Savannah Brushed Chrome Ceiling Fan available for online purchase.

“Combining ceiling fans with air conditioning can increase the energy efficiency of your air conditioner, as it won’t have to work as hard to cool the space.”

4. Portable Fans

Portable fans bring the breeze to you, wherever you are at home. Desk fans and tower, floor and pedestal fans are all perennial favourites in Australian homes. “These fans serve different purposes,” says Scott Bazley. “The desk fan is a more personal fan, while tower, floor and pedestal fans move air around the room.” The latest models don’t even have blades – the Dyson TP07 Pure cool Tower Fan uses a turbine-like system to generate a quiet and steady airflow. Talk about cool.

5. Air Purifiers

Did you know that some air purifiers heat or cool the air while removing any nasties? Buying an air purifier with this added feature means you eliminate the need for a separate portable fan. And let’s face it, less room clutter can only be a good thing. The Dyson Hot+Cool Black/Nickel removes up to 99.95 per cent of allergens and pollutants from the air. It features a purifying fan for the summer months and a purifying heater in winter.

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7. Extra Freezer Storage

If the Mr Whippy van is not a regular visitor to your street, you’ll want to keep plenty of popsicles and ice-cream on hand to keep the little (and big) people happy. With additional freezer space, you’ll never run out of room for homemade sorbets or bargain buys from the frozen food section. Try the spacious Westinghouse 388L Vertical Freezer.

8. Outdoor Fridge

What’s a sun-drenched outdoor room without a ready supply of cold drinks? Every covered deck deserves a bar fridge. The Solt 190L Outdoor Beverage Centre has glass doors, so you can keep an eye on stock levels.

9. Smoothie Maker

An ice-cold smoothie is your go-to healthy breakfast in a summer swelter. Or anytime, really. In a NUTRIBULLET Nutribullet Ultra 1200, place one mango (peeled and deseeded), one papaya (peeled and deseeded), half a cup of strawberries, a third of a cup of orange juice, five ice cubes and blitz. And there you have it, breakfast for two!

There are so many ways your appliances can help make life easier. Visit us in-store or online to find out more about the products in this article. For more advice on what to look for in a cooling solution for you and your home, be sure to check out our buying guides for air conditionersfans and air treatment.

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Want stain-free rugs and carpets? A sofa that looks new again? Spotless car interiors? You’ve got them with Hoover’s clever ONEPWR CleanSlate Pet Cordless Spot Cleaner

Designed for expert cleaning and everyday messes, this powerful cleaner makes short work of even the toughest stains. From smelly pet messes to pesky pasta sauce stains – and everything in between – this spot cleaner’s new compact and cordless design is made to remove messes as they happen, and be on-hand to clean up after life’s biggest oops moments. 

Where there’s a stain, there’s a Hoover floorcare solution! Here’s why your hectic household needs the latest Hoover ONEPWR CleanSlate Spot Cleaner.

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One of the best things in the whole world has to be fresh laundry. Clean sheets can make your whole bedroom feel like a fancy hotel, and fresh clothes can give you the confidence to crush that to-do list in style! But if your current washing machine isn’t bringing you joy and you’ve decided it’s time for an upgrade, we’ve got all the info you’ll need to find the best washing machine. From knowing what to look for, to the biggest trends and new technology – including the latest auto dosing washing machines – we’ve got your back!

Need a new dryer to go with your washing machine? Check out our Dryer Buying Guide for all the tips and our best picks

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Are you a large household? Life on the laundry treadmill can feel like Groundhog Day. The sports kits, the school uniforms, the work shirts… don’t even get us started on those endless towels (and the whopping energy bills that come with them!). Step up heat pump dryers, the new whiz kid in the laundry. A boon for bigger broods, these star appliances use super-efficient heat exchanger technology to deliver big savings for the planet, your bank balance, and the lifespan of your clothes. Best of all, with no need for ventilation, heat pump dryers can be installed anywhere (even under the staircase!).

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Time to buy a new vacuum cleaner? You might be wondering … how do I choose? Updating an appliance in your home, especially one as important as your vacuum cleaner, can be a difficult task. There are so many different types, models, tech, and brands to choose from – you might be wondering: where do I even start?

Choosing the best vacuum for you means thinking about much more than its weight, suction, functionality, and features. What really makes the difference when choosing between the best of the best is considering your environment. Start by thinking about what surfaces you’ll be vacuuming and the layout of your home. You will also need to consider if you’d prefer bagged or bagless, corded or cordless, and so on.

We know, there is a lot to consider, but do not despair – The Good Guys are here to help! Read on to find the best vacuum cleaner for you and your home.

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Getting your clothes spick and span (and crease-free!) has never been easier thanks to the latest wrinkle-busting irons and garment steamers. With their heat-wielding powers, these are the appliances no dedicated fashion follower – or neat and tidy type – can live without. But how do irons and garment steamers differ? And do you need both in your clothing-care regimen? Read on to discover which of these laundry legends is right for your needs.

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