Draft-proofing
Get draft-proofing advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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I tried this $9 weatherstripping tape on doors for an easy, instant block on winter drafts – it restored coziness in my living room
The draft under my front door was zapping all the heat from my living space
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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How to draft proof your kitchen, cook in comfort and reduce your energy bills
Our HVAC experts share their top draft-proofing tips
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Do you know how to draft proof your garage? Pros say it will lower energy bills and improve comfort levels further inside your home
Industry experts reveal their top tips
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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'Stop annoying chills' and save money – draft proofing your living room will slash energy bills by a third
Create a cozy, energy-efficient living space our expert advice
By Josh Mitchell Published
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How to draft proof a basement and reduce your energy bills by 25%
Plus, the common mistakes HVAC pros always avoid
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to draft proof your bedroom for cozy and comfortable sleep
Create a warm space for your winter slumber with our expert advice
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to keep a basement warm – 4 pro tips to transform your subterranean space, including smart decor choices and draft-proofing
These large, practical spaces don’t have to be cold and damp
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to keep a bathroom warm without heating – 7 surprising ways to keep this space cozy, including using a bigger showerhead and pre-heating your towels
Experts explain seven ways to make getting out of a warm shower a little more bearable this winter, all without heating
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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5 easy DIY tricks construction pros swear by to draft-proof a sunroom – to instantly make your house feel warmer this winter
Keep your sunroom cozy with these expert-approved tips
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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How to soundproof a door – 6 expert tips to contain and block out noise
Our experts have shared 6 DIY solutions to add mass to your door and seal gaps and cracks to contain and block out sound
By Lola Houlton Published
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When should you repair a window – and when is it time to replace it?
Should you repair or replace your windows? We help you make the right choice
By Steve Jenkins Published
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How to weatherproof your windows – expert ways to stop drafts
Keep the elements out and bills down by ensuring windows are weatherproof. Here’s how
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to draft proof a fireplace – 8 expert-approved ways
Don't let a drafty fireplace undermine your home insulation – save on energy bills with these 8 simple DIY methods for draft-proofing your fireplace
By Lola Houlton Published
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5 ways to draft-proof a bathroom – expert tips that you can do yourself
Keep your bathroom draft-free and cozy to create a comfortable environment while saving on heating costs – 5 DIY steps to upgrade your bathroom
By Lola Houlton Published
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7 ways to draft-proof an entryway – keeping your home cozy and energy costs low
How to identify drafts and DIY tips to insulate your entryway to prevent them, reinforcing your entryway front door, windows and floor
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to prepare a house for cold weather – 7 tips from contractors
Contractors and home experts explain how to prepare your home for cold weather, with tips on draft proofing and home maintenance to prepare for long winters
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to keep a kitchen warm without heating – 11 tips from designers and heating specialists
No one wants to host in a cold kitchen – here is how to make the space feel warmer without turning the heating on
By Chiana Dickson Published
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8 expert-approved ways to lower heating costs this winter
Staying warm shouldn't have to cost a fortune, here is how to lower your heating costs through winter
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to keep an entryway warm and cozy in winter – without heating
Experts explain how to keep an entryway feeling warm and cozy this winter without a heater
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to keep a living room warm without heating – 8 simple rules for guaranteed warmth
Keeping heat in a living room doesn't have to be hard work, here are 8 easy ways to keep the space warm
By Chiana Dickson Published
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7 ways to keep a bedroom warm in winter – without using heating
Keeping a bedroom warm doesn't have to be a nightmare, here are the most-effective ways to warm the space without turning on the heater
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to fix a drafty door – 6 ways to stop cold air getting through
Don't suffer through the winter – our tips for blocking and preventing cold drafts will keep your entryway cozy
By Amy Cutmore Published
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10 ways to winterize a house – get your home ready for winter
These simple ways to winterize a house will help you get your home ready for the inclement weather
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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9 DIY draft-proofing jobs to warm your home in a weekend – and the big mistake to avoid
These (often simple) draft-proofing tricks will ensure your home is ready for winter – without harming your energy bill
By Megan Slack Published
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How to care for houseplants in winter to keep them healthy and happy
Follow our expert advice on how to care for your houseplants in winter, including the amount of light, water, heat and care they need
By Pippa Blenkinsop Published