With the polar blast set to hit, Australia is officially starting to embrace the winter months. For those of us here in Canberra, it is a must to keep our home warm and feeling comfortable as temperatures on some nights could dip below zero. But how can you stay warm while at home, other than layering up with winter clothes? Here, we provide you with 5 ways you can keep your Canberra home warm this winter.Put your curtains to useCurtains are highly effective in the winter months and are not just decorative home linens or privacy shields that occasionally block out the sun. While a set of heavy curtains are the perfect way to keep your house warm, thermal ones are an even better option. The insulating sheet in a thermal curtain or drape is thick and sandwiched between two layers of fabric which helps in preventing the cold air from seeping through, enabling them to retain heat by limiting airflow between a room's warm and cold spaces. Draw your curtains open when the sunshine lets as much natural heat comes in and closes them at night to keep the heat in for longer.Insulating your roof could be the answerResearch has shown that up to 35 per cent of heat is lost through your roof which is why insulating it is an excellent way to manage this issue. While it's possible to insulate your entire home with a heating system, roof insulation is a cost-effective way to prevent heat loss. Insulation does not only act as a barrier to the cold in winter, but it also provides temperature control throughout the warmer months too. This investment reduces your need for additional heating or cooling systems, ensuring significant savings on bills, guaranteed comfort, and a reduction to your carbon footprint.Avoid air leaksHomes prone to air leaks may experience much colder winters due to poor indoor air quality, moisture and mould which can affect the health and wellbeing of you and your family. By checking your doors, windows and ceilings you will be able to easily identify any air leaks that can be covered with caulking or weather seals. Put aesthetics to useAlthough being decorative items, rugs are instrumental in preventing heat loss from cold floors. They can provide a layer of heat insulation that prevents cold air from reaching your body. Moreover, investing in electrical blankets and heated mattresses are also a cost-effective method for those who cannot centrally heat a space.Double-glazed Windows The most effective way to insulate your home is through double-glazed windows. In addition to soundproofing, double-glazed windows also stabilise indoor temperatures all year-round due to its unique insulation properties. Did you know that doors can also be double-glazed to avoid any air leaks?Investing in Magnetite's double-glazed windows provides your home with a discreet retrofit system to prepare for the colder months. The magnetic panels create a secure airtight seal around the window for low air infiltration, acting as a powerful barrier against the cold air. Magnetite provides three models that you can choose from to suit your home's needs:Magnetite Classic features removable panels that are ideal for double-hung and timber windowsMagnetite Easyglide is designed for sliding windowsMagnetite Slider is suitable for bigger windows and sliding doorsTo find out which model may best suit your home, get in touch with our Magnetite Canberra team for a free measure & quote to experience the benefits of double-glazed windows and doors yourself.
