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As winter sets in, it is essential that you remain warm and cosy indoors as cold winds swirl outside.
Here Are 10 Tips That Will Ensure You Are Comfortable All Winter:
1. Layer Up!
Layering up is the key to staying warm in winter. Choose thin clothing layers that can easily be taken off if temperatures rise, such as wool or polyester layers next to your skin, fabric that traps air, such as fleece, down, or synthetic insulation materials like synthetic insulation; finally, finish it off with a touchline coat to protect you from rain, sleet, and snow.
2. Wear An Additional Pair of Socks:
Keep your toes toasty during cold weather by layering up. Wearing two pairs will add another layer of protection from chillier temperatures without restricting mobility or comfort, plus reduce friction between layers for easier dry warmth.
3. Utilise Your Scarves:
Scarves can provide excellent protection from the cold air without having to add layers upon layers of clothing. Loop them multiple times around your neck for added warmth, or use them as a makeshift face mask in strong winds.
4. Consider Thermal Underwear:
Thermal underwear is designed to trap heat close to your body using fabrics that wick away moisture, keeping you dry even as temperatures drop. Opt for lightweight options that feel comfortable against your skin so you can remain toasty warm without feeling restricted or uncomfortable.
5. Remember Your Hat:
As the majority of body heat escapes through your head, make sure you wear an insulating fabric such as wool or synthetic materials to ensure you remain warm without overheating.
6. Purchase Hand and Foot Warmers:
Hand and foot warmers can help ensure you remain warm during a day spent outdoors during colder temperatures, providing instant warmth that lasts up to 8 hours. Each single-use packet generates heat when exposed to air, giving instant warmth that lasts throughout your journey.
7. Be Creative When Utilising Blankets:
Though blankets are typically associated with indoor activities, they can also provide extra insulation against the cold when used outside. Consider investing in a heavy wool blanket or layering multiple quilts for added warmth if you plan on staying outside for prolonged periods.
8. Install Curtains:
If your windows allow draughty air in, try hanging some thick curtains to insulate and keep the room insulated during winter. Ensure they fit tightly against each window pane so no drafts pass through, and choose blackout curtains which reduce heat loss while keeping out light for sleeping purposes.
9. Make Use of Rugs & Carpets:
Floors can be one of the primary sources of cold air in your home, so adding rugs and carpets with wool or synthetic fibres that trap heat can help insulate and warm a room more effectively.
10. Apply Sunscreen:
Even on cold winter days, UV rays from the sun’s UVA and UVB rays remain equally powerful and should be protected with an SPF 15 or higher sunscreen to avoid sunburns as lighter-coloured clothing tends to reflect more light from its UVA rays. Applying SPF15+ sunscreen could even help your body retain more body heat!
You can also do a deep clean of your home to remove many of the pollutants in the house over the winter months.
