Winter has come, and it’s brought a terrible chill that cuts right down to the bone. If you’ve found that your home has gone from comfortable to chilly in the blink of an eye, it’s time to reconsider your approach and make a few key upgrades to the space. From making the space ready to snuggle into, all the way to upgrading key aspects of your property, this is the ultimate guide to making your home the perfect destination for those cold winter nights.
Upgrade Your Fireplace
If you have a fireplace that you aren’t using for one reason or another, it’s time to upgrade it. Know why you aren’t using it at the moment and what upgrades are needed to make that change. For many, the simple act of cleaning it out and maintaining it has meant that they haven’t touched it – and don’t want to. If that’s the case, it’s time to take the plunge and head over to stonewoods.co.uk to explore their gas-powered fireplace ranges. With a gas-powered fireplace, you can enjoy the look, warmth, and feel of a fireplace without the hassle of stoking it, cleaning up after it, and maintaining your property outright.
Upgrade Your Windows
Windows are a huge hole in your home’s heating shield, but thankfully there are multiple ways you can address drafty windows. If you’re on a tighter budget, simply investing in thicker curtains that work to seal out cold air and keep the warm air inside is an effective approach. If you do have the funds to properly address issues with your windows, it’s important to understand the cause of the draft so that you don’t needlessly spend money you don’t have to.
For example, if you already have double-glazed windows, you may not need to make a full replacement. If the windows are old, or if there’s condensation between the panes of glass, then chances are the inert argon gas that’s placed inside your windows has leaked out. Argon is safe in the quantities found in windows, so you aren’t at risk, but without that inert gas, cold and moisture can pass through your windows more easily.
Of course, if your window panes are rotting through, a full upgrade will be needed.
Improve Your Insulation
Insulation keeps the outside temperatures outside. Insulation can also help dampen noise, so your home will be more comfortable and cozier overall. Since upgrading the insulation of an existing property can be quite expensive (and invasive), it may be better to hold off on this project until it’s warmer and you can spend long days outside of your home while the professionals do their job.
For now, however, it’s a good idea to figure out where the coldest walls are. You can focus on those areas to start with, or you can use low-tech and low-budget options like installing a tapestry or just a rug against these walls to help improve the insulation.
Add More Rugs and Runners
If you want to make your home instantly cozier, put down more rugs. Even a simple, thin rug runner in the hallway of any hardwood or tiled floor can make a huge difference when walking around the home. Rugs retain heat far better than hard surfaces, which is why they don’t feel shocking to the touch when you wake up in the morning.
Get an Electric Blanket
With heating costs just going up, it’s important to have a few tricks up your sleeve to help you stay warm and comfortable without having to heat the entire house. One of those options is an electric blanket. These blankets can be very cost-efficient to run, allowing you to stay nice and snuggled in by yourself or with your family on the couch and not pay high prices each day for the privilege.
If you don’t have one and need a solution in a pinch, exchange the couch throws for your comforter or duvet. Your bedding is usually far more insulated and heavier than couch throws, making it a warmer choice.
Use Hot Water (Smartly)
Another great, easy way to make it extra cozy and warm in your property without overdoing it with the heating is to boil water and put it into a hot water bottle. Keep this bottle with you under your duvet, and you have a low-tech, highly effective heat source that will keep you wonderfully extra cozy this winter.
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