Staying warm in winter

Here are some helpful tips on how to stay warm during this winter weather…

Heating

Heat your home to at least 18°C as consistently as you can. If you're worried about rising costs, try to keep the room where you spend the most time warm and turn off radiators in spaces not used as much such as hallways. Remember to also shut doors where you have the heating on to avoid losing heat. Ensure to get your heating checked if you are not sure it is working properly.

Windows

Keep your bedroom windows closed at night and ensure your bedroom temperature is around 18°C. Sleeping with windows open in the cold weather can increase the chances of illness and chill the whole house too.

Draughts

Keep curtains open during the day to let the warmth in and draw the curtains in the evening to block out draughts. Get an old towel to block the bottom of the doors or around windows if it's still a bit draughty.

Vulnerable neighbours

Don't forget your vulnerable neighbours & relatives. Look in on them to check they are safe, well, warm enough and have good stocks of food and medicine.

Layer up

Layer up on extra clothes if you are still cold. Don't forget to keep your head and feet warm, these are often the first things to get chilly and can affect your whole body temperature.

Eat well

Hot meals and drinks will help to keep you warm, so eat at least one hot meal each day and have hot drinks throughout the day too. Having a hot drink before bed and keeping one in a flask by your bedside will help to warm you from the inside out.

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