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What’s Your Top Tip for Staying Warm (and Saving Money) This Winter?

ended 04. November 2025

We’re gathering expert winter energy-saving advice — and we’d love your input.

As heating bills rise again this season, we’re compiling practical, evidence-based tips from money experts, energy professionals, and home-efficiency experts to help households stay warm for less over Christmas and winter.

We’re especially keen to hear:

  • Which small daily habits make the biggest difference?
  • What low-cost upgrades or adjustments help most in older UK homes?
  • Any myths or misunderstandings you’d like to correct?

Please share your advice, data, or case studies.

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Scott GallacherVerified
Director at Rowley Turton
Open your curtains during the day to let in natural sunlight and warmth, then close them as soon as it gets dark to keep that heat in.

It might sound simple, but there’s real data behind it — research by the British Blind & Shutter Association and the University of Salford’s Energy House found that blinds and shutters can reduce heat loss through windows by up to 33% in winter conditions. Similarly, the U.S. Department of Energy reports that properly used curtains and drapes can cut heat loss by around 10%.

So while it’s no substitute for good insulation, this small daily habit can make your home feel warmer and help reduce heating costs over Christmas and winter.