A fairly high proportion of UK homes, including new build homes, incorporate habitable space under the pitched roof. Whilst some… Read more Dormer Insulation – Read More
Tag: heat loss
Dormer Insulation
If your coldest rooms are those with dormer windows then it’s likely that the insulation round them is poor or… Read more Dormer Insulation
Re-rendering? – Read More
If you happen to need to re-render the external wall of your property then it is cost-effective and practically useful… Read more Re-rendering? – Read More
Re-rendering?
Re-rendering the outside? Why not add a layer of external insulation at the same time? Check with your builder. Read… Read more Re-rendering?
Air Currents – Read More
Do you have the wind whistling through your room and find it hard to keep warm? When you can feel… Read more Air Currents – Read More
Air Currents
Draughts.A good old piece of fabric can be used to block the draught in winter. Read more
Room Thermostats – Read More
Previously we’ve written about keeping doors closed if you have central heating with heat emitters or radiators in every room… Read more Room Thermostats – Read More
Room Thermostats
If you don’t have room thermostats or TRVs on your radiators then consider adding them and using them. Read more
Stovetop Tip – Read More
It’s tempting to cook on a high heat or on a bigger hotplate or flame than the size of the… Read more Stovetop Tip – Read More
Stovetop Tip
Cook on the right size hob or burner to reduce heat wastage. Read more
Living Laudato Si' 