‘Cheap way’ to help ‘retain heat’ in your home for longer without increasing energy bills (Image: Getty)
With freezing temperatures soaring in the UK, it’s important to keep warm.
However, this can result in expensive bills, so there are ways to help retain the heat for as long as possible.
According to the experts at e, tin foil can help in the months.
The experts said: “Covering the back of your radiators with tin foil is a cheap way to help retain heat in your home.
“The foil acts as a reflector and reflects heat back into the room to prevent it escaping through any external walls.
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“To do this, simply cut the foil a bit smaller than the full size of your radiator and use tape to secure it onto the back of the radiator.”
Alternatively, you can wrap cardboard in foil and place this behind the radiator for a sturdier fit.
Kitchen foil can be picked up for as little as £1 from supermarkets as well as Home Bargains and B&M.
Plus, you only need to use a little bit on each radiator, so a roll should go a long way.
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The experts continued: “Original flooring has been a popular trend this year with many homeowners opting to use the original floorboards within their room for a rustic finish.
“Nevertheless, it can lack insulation and increase air flor, making the room feel colder.
“However, one way to help retain heat within your floors is to use floor sealant to fill any cracks and gaps.
“Floor sealant can be purchased for around £5 and works as a draft-proofer for rooms and can be used on original flooring, laminate or tiles.”
You can also buy it for other interior features too, such as door frames and skirting boards to increase heat retention within the home.
Finally, another hack which doesn’t require spending a penny is simply ensuring that curtains are open throughout the day and closed in the evening.
The experts said: “Allowing natural light into your home will aid in keeping your house warmer throughout the day, whilst closing them in the evening will help retail the heat when the nights draw cooler.
“Furthermore, curtains in heavy fabrics such as suede, velvet and cotton are great for trapping heat whilst floor-length curtains help with added insulation and keep drafts from entering the room.”