Q: I got up from bed today on another hot summer afternoon, as was frustrated once again, that i can't take a friggin nap without waking up like a sweating horse (with the fan on max!) So i said to myself, when i build my own house I'm gonna attach mirrors to the western windows, so that on hot summer afternoons all I have to do is close the windows, so that it will reflect the light. Has anyone used mirrors for windows before? does it work? is it practical?
A: Not dumb, it's not practical or efficient for your comfort level. I would not use mirrors to stay cool during the summer season. Use dark drapes like dark blue to absorb heat and have white blinds on the inside panels of your windows to help reflect the light/heat. That with your fans will keep you a bit more comfortable. If all else fails pls invest in an a/c unit if not a complete system for the house.