How to warm up when there is no heating

Often cold weather comes suddenly, and utility services are not ready to provide residents with heating. But don’t despair, because this problem can be solved! We will tell you how to create comfortable conditions that will help you wait until the heating season begins.

Devices to help you stay warm

First of all, you should think about purchasing special equipment and heating systems. Several devices are among the most popular and effective.

• The classic option is a heater that can be installed in the room.
• More modern equipment are air conditioners with heating functions. Such a device is more expensive, but provides a suitable indoor microclimate all year round.
• You can also install heated floors. Once installed, such a system will help out many times. It will help heat the air and maintain the optimal temperature. Especially useful in families with small children.
• Use heated bed linen and heating pads to create coziness and comfort in your apartment.
• Heat guns can also help insulate your home. You just have to choose the right power and dimensions of the device to quickly heat the room. Since heated air is lighter, it accumulates under the ceiling.To mix the air masses and warm the lower layers, you can install a fan on the ceiling.
• Use regular incandescent light bulbs and run them throughout the house.

Reference! A typical light bulb emits up to 95% of its energy as heat and only 5% as light. This will help warm the house. Energy-saving and fluorescent lamps will not cope with this task.

• Turn on electric or gas stoves. The heat from the burners will help warm the apartment during the cold season. However, it is necessary to periodically check the operation of the stove to avoid gas leaks, as well as to prevent the possibility of an explosion.
• Warm up your bed, clothes and room with a regular hair dryer.

How to keep your home warm

In addition to using heating devices and appliances, care must be taken to preserve heat so that it does not leave the home. This task is especially relevant for those who often leave home for a long time.

There are several options to solve the problem. Let's look at the most common and effective of them.

Insulation of the apartment

To begin with, you should take care of the insulation of the living space.

Window

More than 30% of heat escapes through windows, so it is extremely important to prevent this. To do this, you can use special sealants or thermal insulation compounds.

For old wooden frames, cotton wool or ordinary newspaper is also perfect, which must be placed in the cracks between the frame and the window.

Balcony

Insulate your balcony if you have one. Make wooden frames on the balcony or loggia, cover the floor and walls with wooden boards. Lay carpets on top of the covering, this will help retain heat perfectly.

Doors

Up to 15% of heat also escapes through doorways.To avoid this, you can install double doors or cover them with leatherette. This will not only keep you warm, but also increase safety.

Home textiles for cold weather

In addition to insulating the apartment, it is worth paying attention to home textiles, which will make the house cozy and warm.

• To preserve heat, it is worth placing warm carpets with soft pile on the floor and hanging on the wall.
• Thick curtains made of warm fabric should be hung on the windows.
• Stock up on blankets, put them on sofas, chairs and beds in the house. They can cover furniture and wrap you up in cold weather.
• Get warm blankets and thick sheets for the bed. This will help keep you warm.

Home clothes and shoes to keep warm

It is important to take care of personal comfort and coziness. Use more warm clothes during the cold season.

• Bring out wool robes and slippers for everyday wear. You can wear a warm sweater, mittens, scarves and hats if necessary.
• Wear knit or cashmere underwear under outerwear. You can use several layers.
• An excellent option would be thermal underwear, which will create a comfortable feeling in a cool room.
• Stock up on warm woolen socks or knitted slippers. This will help avoid hypothermia.

Warmth and comfort for your home in any weather!