Dog days in summer: What do they mean for our living situation?
The so-called dog days in summer which traditionally last from July 23 to August 23 in Europe, are the hottest days of the year. This period is characterized by intense sunshine and rising temperatures, which leads to an increase in heat stress, especially in urban areas. In recent years, when heat waves are becoming more frequent and intense, dog days in summer are not only a challenge for our health, but also for our living situation. Hot rooms and overheated facades are often the result, which can make life in urban areas more unpleasant.
Why do bright facades make for a cooler living situation?
One way to reduce the heat is to design bright facades. The bright surfaces produced by titanium dioxide due to its characteristic, high refractive index reflect sunlight particularly efficiently and can help reduce the surface temperature by absorbing as low as possible. Titanium dioxide can make a major contribution to this, particularly in urban areas, where the urban heat island phenomenon is to be reduced. However, this does not mean that all facades should be white. The cool-down effect can also be achieved with sand or pastel shades.
conclusion
In view of the increasing challenges posed by extreme summer heat, particularly during dog days in summer, the use of titanium dioxide in façade design offers an effective measure to reduce the temperature. The reflective properties of this material not only contribute to a better living environment, but also make an important contribution to climate protection. Whether as a white preparation, as a powder, as a slurry in conjunction with our in-house dosing technology or as white granulate: Together, we can develop innovative solutions for your projects to make residential construction more sustainable and more resistant to heat.