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Stylish ways to insulate your home

28th November 2014 Print
Draught Excluder

When homeowners think about home insulation very few associate it with “stylish”. Practical and functional, yes. Making a design statement, no. But insulation can be stylish! Here are five ways you can put your style stamp on keeping warm.

Door draft excluders (or snakes) can make a style statement for as little as £3 if you make your own. If sewing isn’t your thing then Not On The High Street has a fantastic selection, or Ebay is another good place to search for styles that suit your taste and budget.

Duette energy saving blinds have inbuilt insulating properties! They prevents heat loss through a window by up to 46%, which can result in a 25% saving on heating bills.

Wall (and ceiling) panels can add another layer of warmth to either external facing or internal walls (useful for sound proofing as well) but while you’re at it make a design feature in your room with wavy panels like these from Dreamwalls. 

As simple as it seems, addings rugs to bare floors during the winter months can retain heat. A timeless classic like a cowhide rug will be high up on many people’s style list, or there are some super snuggly rug options that will suit all budgets if you shop around. According to Which? “Carpeted floors are usually the warmest floor type. The nature of carpet makes it a good insulator in itself. However, a thick, insulating layer of underlay underneath the carpet will further improve its insulating qualities.”

In rooms where you’ve got an open fireplace but don’t have a regular real fire, place a temporary cover in front of the opening to stop draughts.

For more information on made-to-measure Duette blinds and their energy saving / insulating qualities, visit duette.co.uk.

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