There is a better way to stay warm without having to put on a jumper and have a hot water bottle on hand (Image: Getty)
Chilly rooms in the home not only feel horrible but can be a health risk – but there is a cost-effective way to keep a room cosy with one simple item.
Now that autumn is here many people can feel reluctant to turn on their radiators due to rising but the best way to save money is to use your efficiently.
One method to keep the out of a room and make sure it heats quickly is to use a draught excluder, a tool used to block drafts coming in through door or window gaps.
It may sound strange, but which forces radiators to work harder to keep a warm.
By reducing heat loss, your radiators will not have to spend extra time or energy to maintain a comfortable temperature which can potentially expand the longevity of your heating system.
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Draught excluder require no tools or set up and are a simple way block the cold drafts entering your home (Image: Getty)
Using a draught excluder requires no set-up and is a cheap way to help prepare your home for the cold nights at they can be bought for under £10.
The Range is , and all you need to do is place the item at the bottom of a door or over a windowsill for it to work.
On The Range website, they wrote: “Prevent the heat from escaping your home with this Hatfield Check Draught Excluder. In a traditional check design.
“It adds a rustic feel to your home whilst stopping the cold air from seeping into your room. Place by a door or window to keep your home nice and cosy throughout the cooler months.”
Dunelm is selling while B&Q has a .
Not only are draught excluders renter friendly but they can help reduce the noise pollution as well (Image: Getty)
Heated blankets: 3 deals to help you save money and stay warm this winter
If you’re looking to keep bills low without feeling the cold this winter, a heated blanket offers a cost-effective way to stay cosy. After all, it’s a lot cheaper to power a blanket than it is to fire up your boiler and warm up entire rooms in your home.
If you’re on the lookout for a good heated blanket as the weather gets colder, Express.co.uk has found some great deals on heated blankets right now:
- Debenhams is selling an (currently reduced from £79.99)
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Lakeland is selling a (currently reduced from £69.99)
Alternatively, if you’re looking to stay toasty at night, another option is a heated mattress protector for even more built-in heating.
- This is currently retailing for £124.99.
Most draught excluders look like cushions and come in many fun patterns but have been designed as a barrier that blocks air trying to enter your home.
Not only will a draught excluder look lovely and keep the heat inside but can also help reduce noise pollution, which is particularly useful for anyone living in the city.
Draught excluders can also help keep dust, pollen and even small pests like insects from entering your home so you will be able to get a better night’s rest as well.
This is an easy method to help trap the heat in a home and get a room warm much more quickly so you can help get ready for winter without too much effort.