Don't let the winter chill turn your home from a comfortable sanctuary to a draughty fridge, leaving you wishing for warmer days and sunshine.
As quickly as day turns to night in the colder season, winter creeps up on us and we find ourselves cranking up the heat, wrapped up in electric blankets and thick, woolly jumpers. So, what can you do to prepare for the drop in temperature? Here are our tips for keeping your home comfortable in winter without upping your energy bill.
1. Use heavy curtains on your windows
Did you know up to 40% of the heat escaping your home in cooler temperatures is purely from not covering your windows? The most significant air leaks tend to occur around windows. By investing in heavy drapes or curtains, you can ensure your windows will have extra insulation, keeping the warmth from escaping your home.
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5. Cover your walls
Your walls can be big contributors to losing heat in the winter, but there's a simple trick to lock in some of that heat. You can significantly reduce energy loss by covering your walls with picture frames, a mirror or even a large bookshelf. By adding an extra layer of thermal mass to insulate, you can raise internal surface temperatures by around 1°C.
