After a spectacular summer heatwave, the UK is reportedly set to experience its coldest winter in 30 years. Make sure your home is prepared by taking steps now to make it warm and cosy.
Here, we’ll look at some of the best ways you an make your home cosy for the winter months.
Invest in throws and blankets
Throws and blankets are great for adding a warm, cosy feel in winter. Sofa throws are especially recommended for leather sofas which can be notoriously cold to sit on in the winter months. Blankets on the other hand, can be draped over you when the temperatures plummet.
Using blankets and throws can reduce how much heating you need to use. This in turn can help to save you money on keeping the house warm in winter.
Trap heat indoors with curtains and blinds
Curtains and blinds are great for trapping in the heat during winter. They can also make the room look much cosier. Ideally, you’ll want to have both blinds and curtains installed during winter. This will really trap the heat indoors, especially if you use thicker curtains in winter.
Don’t just focus on the curtains and blinds in the lounge and bedroom. Consider investing in blinds for your skylight too if you have one. This will prevent cold air seeping in through the skylight.
Change the colour of the room
Did you know simply altering the colour of the room can make it appear warmer and cosier? Focus on deep, darker colours such as warm reds, browns and even purple. You don’t even need to paint all of the walls. Just creating a different coloured feature wall can make a huge difference.
Alternatively, you can use coloured accessories to add a warmer colour to the room. Dark coloured rugs are a great example. Not only do these add a cosy feel to the room, but they can also help to warm up cold wooden floors.
Focus on the lighting
Another simple tip that’s going to make the home feel warmer is focusing on the lighting. In winter, it becomes much darker during the evenings. Adding extra lighting such as floor lamps and table lamps will help to create a much brighter look and feel. If you want to experience true cosiness, why not use lanterns or candles in the evening?
These are just some of the best ways to keep the house cosy and warm this winter. It doesn’t matter what your budget, there’s a tip above you can utilise today. The earlier you start preparing your home for winter, the more comfortable you’ll be once the temperatures drop.