Tips for fighting the cold indoors
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Winter is here and with this season, its share of diverse and varied climatic conditions. Among these conditions, of course, is the cold. A data which is strongly accentuated with the humidity present. But then how to overcome the cold. Layers of clothes and it's good. Yes, but what to do when you're at home and you still feel little chills. Here are some tips to stop shivering in the winter inside your house.
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Tips for fighting the cold indoors
There are different ways to fight the cold indoors. Apart from putting on your little sweater and the radiator fully, much more efficient and above all economical techniques are possible. Here you will find simple tricks to achieve so as not to be frozen and above all not to have a psychosis on your energy bill.
In February 2021, an Opinium study for Castorama showed that a third of French people lived in housing with serious problems, linked in particular to heating and humidity. These problems affect approximately 24 million French people. A figure describes this situation even more: 82% of people living in housing with serious problems feel they have little or no control over the situation.
Remember to close your shutters and curtains
To avoid the cold in your house in winter, there is a trick much simpler than you thought. Closing the shutters and curtains is a simple gesture that will prevent air infiltration. By closing your shutters or lowering your blinds just after sunset, your windows will be less in contact with the cold and will keep the heat of the light longer. Your interior will benefit directly by not suffering too direct a drop in temperature.
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You can also bring curtains and sometimes even thermal curtains which will be a new barrier against thermal shock. Thermal curtains in polyester, fleece or wool that will save you up to 15% on your energy bill.
have decoration
Yes, it is possible to be less cold at home thanks to your decoration. By covering the walls of your halls and other rooms, it is possible to significantly reduce energy loss with the help of frames or mirrors. Any additional layer on a surface will increase the temperature by a few degrees. The larger your furniture, the more the heat will be confined to a smaller space.
have insulation
One of the best solutions is to insulate your home. You will see your energy bill drop drastically. If you have the possibility, you can even install windows with double glazing to fight against the cold. If the fear of poor insulation constantly crosses your mind, reach under your closed window; if a trickle of air escapes, no matter how much you heat your room, the cold will enter through these poorly closed spaces. You can then opt for a foam, silicone or metal gasket.
Evacuate moisture
One of the main factors of cold is humidity. Air saturated with humidity will accentuate the feeling of cold. Turn off the heating and ventilate your home for at least ten minutes a day and dry your laundry away from living rooms. The air in dwellings always contains water vapor from its occupants and their activities. You can opt for electrical solutions such as air conditioning or heaters that will reduce this humidity.
Take care of your radiators
Heating, the perfect ally to fight against the cold in your home. But you have to bleed your radiators every year to get out the air trapped in the heating circuit and check your boiler. So you will also save on your heating budget. Do not hesitate to clean it on the surface as well. Any element that obstructs the propagation of heat will reduce the efficiency of the radiator.
Well chosen in her wardrobe
Between teleworking or in the office, the heating conditions are very different. To be more comfortable without knowing a hot heating, it is enough simply to cover well. Favor loose clothing, thick socks, good slippers and sweaters, even indoors! Favor several layers of clothing, rather than a single very thick one. Do not hesitate to use clothing considered technical. You can also use the classic plaid.
Have a good diet
Combining it against the cold in your home will unfortunately not be the raclette. Your best ally here will be products rich in protein. During digestion, the body temperature increases more rapidly with foods composed of proteins. The body uses more energy when we absorb protein, and therefore heats up. Here are some foods you can choose from. White meat like white fish as well as seeds, nuts and other legumes.
In cold periods, you should not neglect your diet but also the pace at which you eat your meals. It is therefore not necessary to skip meals to take more substantial ones afterwards to compensate. The body must maintain a fairly high temperature and therefore burn calories.
Finally, drinks are also important. Hot drinks can also be a good way to warm you up as it increases your body temperature. Chocolate, tea, herbal tea, soup, you are spoiled for choice.
Have a physical activity
With the start of the year and good resolutions, you can link this to better warmth at home. By practicing physical activity, you store energy, you strengthen your body against the cold outside and therefore against the cold you can have at home. No need to make an Iron Man for this to work. You can also go to the gym. The key is to make your muscles work well and exert yourself enough to produce enough energy.
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