After Comfort: A User’s Guide - Michelle Addington - Living Without AC in the Deep South

Living Without AC in the Deep South

Michelle Addington

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Southeast corner of the house showing two types of shading devices: the lower shutters can vary between full sun blocking to clear view, while the upper shades provide high luminance while minimizing solar gain.
After Comfort: A User’s Guide
January 2026










Notes
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It is difficult for many to grasp how significant a role is played by water vapor but consider this example: 80 degrees Farenheit (27 degrees Celsius) air with 80 percent relative humidity contains more heat than 100 degrees Farenheit (38 degrees Celsius) air with 30 percent relative humidity.







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