Facing down the sun: What to do when your attic feels like a sauna

If there is no other solution, interior sun protection also reduces the sun's effect to a certain degree in your attic. Photo: Velux/dpa

A converted attic adds more living space to your home and can be quite cozy during the cooler months. But in the hot season, spending any time there is akin to entering a sauna. Unfortunately, there's no easy solution.

Inadequate insulation and skylights that aren't adequately insulated are the main reasons the attic heats up. This problem can be remedied, but only to a limited extent without major renovation.