Real Living Australia

CHILL FACTOR

S MUCH AS WE LOVE an Australian summer our climate can also be extremely harsh and beating the heat comes down to selecting a home cooling system that best suits your requirements and budget. Cooling technologies have advanced in leaps and bounds – from small improvements such as energy-efficient air conditioners to innovative Wi-Fi integration and appliances that can heat, cool and purify the environment without disturbing the air – and there are great options for homeowners and renters alike. “Reversecycle air conditioners are a permanent, year-round heating and cooling solution, while fans are a portable, easy-tostore option for personal cooling,” says The Good Guys seasonal buyer, Scott Bazley. “Portable air-cons

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