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Air conditioning can offer comfort and relief during the sweltering summer months, but not everyone has access to one. In this article, we'll show you how to build a homemade air conditioner from scratch using a few inexpensive components like a fan, a bucket, and ice. These techniques will help you build a temporary air conditioner that will keep you cool and comfortable in the summer without costing a lot of money.
Here is the step-by-step instructions for making some homemade air conditioners:
Evaporative cooler:
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Get a fan, some towels or sponges, and a container large enough to hold the towels/sponges and water. A box or bucket will work.
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Soak the towels/sponges in water and wring out any excess water so they're damp but not dripping.
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Place the damp towels/sponges in the container in front of the fan.
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Turn on the fan and position it so it blows air over the towels/sponges and out the front of the container.
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As the water evaporates, check and re-wet the towels/sponges as needed to keep them cool.
Swamp cooler:
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Get a fan, pads (towels/sponges), a container, and water. A large plastic storage bin or Styrofoam cooler works well.
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Attach the pads to the sides of the container, inside. Prop up the pads so air can flow over all surfaces.
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Add water to the bottom of the container, enough to keep the pads saturated but not submerged.
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Place the fan behind the container to blow air over the pads and out the front of the container.
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As water evaporates, add more water to keep the pads wet.
Ice fan or frozen bottle method:
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Get a fan and ice or water bottles to freeze
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Freeze the water bottles or make ice in a bowl/container
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Place the frozen bottles/ice in front of the fan so it blows air over the ice
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As the ice melts, drain the water and replace it with fresh ice to keep it cooling
Making your own air conditioner is a simple and affordable method to stay cool in the summer. This homemade air conditioner can keep you comfortable and save you money even if it is less effective than a typical air conditioning machine. If you're looking for a quick and easy way to battle the heat, making your own DIY air conditioner is a great alternative.
