Build Your Own Budget Air Conditioner/Swamp Cooler for Under $20

Tired of expensive AC bills? JD shows you how to build your own swamp cooler for under $20 using cheap parts from any hardware store. It’s the perfect DIY project to stay cool without breaking the bank.

You can find the products used in this video linked below
Lifoam Styrofoam Cooler https://zdcs.link/QL8Lo0
PVC Pipe https://zdcs.link/Qbbj3E
Camping Fan with LED Lantern https://zdcs.link/znx0Al
*CNET may get a commission on these offers

Read more about Portable AC Units on CNET.com
Best Portable Air Conditioners: Cooling Your Home One Room at a Time https://zdcs.link/9yDMb0

https://youtu.be/1-EoPSHAFZ4
https://youtu.be/sJFtyxWhn7Y

0:00 Introduction
0:25 Supplies You'll Need
0:51 Step 1: Making the Top Hole
1:43 Cutting the Fan Hole
2:12 Step 2: Sealing the Fan Hole with Tape
2:43 Step 3: Making the Air Vents
3:54 Cutting the Air Vent Holes
4:15 Step 4: Adding Ice to the Cooler
4:36 Final Result

Add CNET as a trusted news source https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=cnet.com
Subscribe to CNET on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cnet
Never miss a deal again! See CNET’s browser extension 👉 https://bit.ly/3lO7sOU
Check out CNET’s Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cnet
Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cnetdotcom
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnet/
Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cnet.com
Follow us on X: https://www.x.com/cnet
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cnet
CNET's AI Atlas: https://www.cnet.com/ai-atlas/
Visit CNET.com: https://www.cnet.com/

#DIY #SwampCooler #DIYCooler #AirConditioner #BeatTheHeat #SummerHacks #HomeImprovement #BudgetFriendly #DIYProjects #HowTo

Post from CNET on August 16, 2025

View Original Post