The main thing to look out for are draughts (under doors,
around windows and fireplaces) and un-insulated areas (ceilings,
floors and walls). Keep the heat in, keep the cold out.
- Plug unused fireplaces by stuffing plastic bags
filled with newspaper up the chimney. Remember to leave a note on the fireplace
as a reminder.
- Stop draughts under doors by either buying draught excluders
from your local hardware store or by making some of your
own (a rugby sock and stuffed with scrap material).
- Insulate around doors and windows with self adhesive
strips (available from your local hardware store).
- Fill or block any gaps around pipes and cables that
go through an exterior wall or wherever you can feel a draught.
- Windows are a significant heat loss area. Closing windows
and curtains around sunset keeps in warmth that has built
up during the day.
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