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How to Keep your House Warm without Turning up the Heat

Stay Warm this Winter Without Turning up the Heat

  • Open your curtains and blinds during the day to take advantage of the sun’s rays to warm up your home.
  • Pull out recipes for roasts, casseroles, stews and soups. They are cold-weather favourites because they cook at low temperatures for several hours. These types of comfort foods help to keep you warm when you eat them, too.
  • Brew up a pot of coffee, tea or make yourself some hot chocolate. Don’t forget to wrap your hands around the mug to take advantage of its warmth.
  • Don’t go barefoot or wear flip-flops at home. Instead wear warm socks and slippers in the house. If your feet are cold, it’s difficult to stay warm.
  • Break out the cozy flannel sheets for your bed. They are much more comfortable than trying to warm up on cotton ones when the temperatures plummet.
  • Put a hot water bottle in your bed to warm it up before you retire at night. Wearing a pair of socks to bed will also help, since it’s difficult to sleep with cold feet.
  • Check your house for drafts using a candle or by wetting the back of your hand. If the candle’s flame flickers or your hand feels cool as you go near a window or an entry door, you know you have an issue with an air leak. Seal it up with weatherstripping or caulking to help you feel more comfortable.
  • Cover your hardwood or laminate floors with area rugs. They will help to keep your floors warm in addition to adding colour and texture to your room.
  Stop by Tony’s Flooring to see our selection of area rugs to keep your house warm and cozy today.]]>