By now you must have felt the chill in the air which might have become disconcerting. This is a clear sign that winter has set in and making its presence felt with every passing day. It is advisable that in such a situation one takes special precaution to keep there house warm. Given below are few tips that will keep your house winter-ready this season.
Soak Up the Sun
As the sun is out for a short duration during winters it is important to make the most of it. It will therefore be a good idea to open up the curtains and allow easy and hassle-free entry for sunlight and heat that will keep the room warm. One should also not forget to close the curtains as soon as the sun sets so that the heat inside the room doesn’t escape.
Use Thick & Heavy Drapes
One must pay attention to the types of curtains and drapes that they have during winters. Just as in the summers one needs to put in the light and airy drapes to let the breeze in, it is exactly the opposite in winters when one needs thicker and heavier drapes to keep the chill away that would otherwise make your home frosty and unbearable. These drapes would work as a barrier and keep the cool winter breeze from entering the house and the warm air from leaving it thereby keeping the house warm and inviting.
Shut the Doors & Windows
This is easy to understand. If the doors and windows of the house remain open then the cold winter breeze can circulate easily in the house robbing it of its heat and spreading cold and chill. On the contrary, if the doors and windows of the house remain shut, at least of the rooms that are not being used, then the house will remain warm for a longer period.
Insulate the Floors
If your floors are not insulated then you can lose about 10% of your home’s heat. As the chill of the floor, the heat retained is lost and the room becomes cold and uncomfortable. Using carpets and rugs to cover the floors can be a very effective way to retain the heat and keep the room warm as much as possible.
Add Colour & Style to Your Home
The long and hard grey winter days can turn the liveliest and most vibrant of the homes appear dull and dreary. It is just time to let your imagination take over. Add a dash of colour and style to the existing design scheme of your house. Brightly patterned pillows, winter bouquet on your mantle or holiday-themed accents will infuse life in your space effortlessly making it lively and bright even if the sun does not come out for days.
Candles Can Create Magic Too
Though a fireplace might just be a logical choice to keep the house warm and cosy in the winters, you can also trust simple groupings of candles on a coffee or buffet table to light up the ambience and give the entire space a warm and snugly feel.
Final Thoughts…
Winter undoubtedly is the best time of the year. However, things can become uncomfortable if you do not take adequate measures to keep your home winter ready. Following these simple yet effective ways would ensure that your home is well prepared and the chill of the weather wouldn’t seep into your life.
