Electrician shares simple curtain trick that keeps your home warmer for longer

16 January 2024 , 11:49

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Here are some tips so you won't struggle during the winter (Stock photo) (Image: Getty Images)

Forcing yourself to get out of bed on a bitterly cold morning is always a grim endeavour and as the temperatures continue to plummet in the UK, you'll be wondering how to keep yourself from shivering in the blistering weather.

But for most people, the problem lies at home, particularly if you're living in damp conditions. And if you're trying to save on energy bills, you may also be struggling. However, there are some effective ways to keep the heat trapped in the living room and bedroom without splashing your cash and it all comes down to a basic household accessory - your blinds.

Homes should be kept to a temperature of 18C and 21C to feel comfortable, however, this heat can soon escape through the letterbox, draughts in window frames, and through the walls, reports The Express. One electrician revealed some clever tricks to help keep the warmth in your home for longer.

David Miloshev, a certified Electrician from Fantastic Services, said: "Keep your blinds and curtains open during the hours of the day when the sun is shining towards your windows and close them when it starts to set.

"By letting the rays of sunshine into your home, you are taking advantage of the free solar heat. Closing the curtains and blinds afterwards helps create a good insulating layer and lets you keep that free warmth you've gathered throughout the day."

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Another trick is to purchase thicker blinds and "combine your curtains with a blind". Experts at Hillarys said: "On days when it’s cold or really hot, keep them closed for maximum impact.

"If you have a radiator fitted under a window, we recommend combining your curtains with a blind. Open the curtains while the blind is closed to keep draughts at bay without blocking the heat from your radiator."

A clever tip to combat the problem of heat escaping through your doors and windows is to use draught stoppers. "Any other openings to the outside world might also be causing draughts - dryer vents, electrical work, oven vents, and even keyholes and outlets can be draught-causing culprits," the electrician added. "Use keyhole and outlet covers or insulators, and make sure any other openings are well-sealed with caulking".

Ayaan Ali