Save money on your electric bill and keep your home warm with six easy DIY insulation hacks
WINTER is fully underway and with it comes super chilly nights and permanently cold hands and feet.
Of course, that also means a much higher electric bill for many, as people crank up the heating.
Create a radiator reflector
Rather than letting your radiator blow hot air at the wall, make the most of it by creating a reflector.
According to all you need is aluminum foil, cardboard, and tape to complete this nifty project.
First, you'll want to measure your radiator then cut out cardboard that fits those measurements.
Next, tape down one side of your cardboard with the foil.
Finally, just place the finished product behind your radiator and you should be left with a much more useful radiator.
Apply secondary glazing to your windows
Windows have a lot to do with how much cold air enters your home.
Make draught excluders for doors
If you have a few extra socks and old fabric lying around, you can make yourself some draught excluders to keep out the wind from underneath doors.
Hubbub the easy project that only requires three socks, some fabric for stuffing, and a needle and thread.
Plus, it's customizable with the socks you choose to use.
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