Thursday 15th December 2022
A warm cosy home is lovely on a cold winter's day, but many homes are not properly insulated or draught proofed - resulting in a cold & draughty home.
It's not news to anyone that it is costing more than ever to heat our homes, but don't let the warmth out of the window (literally!)
We have compiled all the best products to use to keep your home (& yourself) warm during the coldest months of the year.
We have compiled all the best products to use to keep your home (& yourself) warm during the coldest months of the year.
Keep warmth in:
Majority of heat loss occurs in your floor, walls and ceilings; followed by windows. Insulate your roof first, followed by your walls and floor and trap heat inside your home.
Majority of heat loss occurs in your floor, walls and ceilings; followed by windows. Insulate your roof first, followed by your walls and floor and trap heat inside your home.
Heat the person, not the room:
Wherever you can, keep yourself warm rather than heating the whole room. Hot water bottles, heat packs or wearing an extra layer are perfect alternatives to keep you warm without the need to turn the heating on for hours.
Draught-proof doors:
Door seals are designed to fill the gap between the bottom of a door & the floor underneath. This space is the main culprit for draughts. The edges and top should also be properly sealed to stop heat from leaking out and cold air from entering your home. Fit rubber, foam or brush strips, these are available in different colours to match your door material.
Door seals are designed to fill the gap between the bottom of a door & the floor underneath. This space is the main culprit for draughts. The edges and top should also be properly sealed to stop heat from leaking out and cold air from entering your home. Fit rubber, foam or brush strips, these are available in different colours to match your door material.
Reduce moisture:
Add moisture traps to every room. Small lifestyle changes like placing lids on your pots when cooking will also help you control indoor moisture.
Add moisture traps to every room. Small lifestyle changes like placing lids on your pots when cooking will also help you control indoor moisture.
