Stay warm in winter without slaughtering the piggy bank.
A few suggestions for addressing the current energy crisis.
As winter approaches in Europe, we must now take a closer look at the energy crisis. Due to the current European and global circumstances, we need to prepare for higher energy prices. While cultural buildings are being darkened, companies are turning off their lights and governments are drawing up energy saving plans, every single household also has to think about how to keep warm without breaking the budget.
As specialists in heating products, we decided to address everyone's concerns and compile a list of suggestions and ideas that can help get through the winter and save a few bucks in the process.
Stop draught
Cracks in doors and windows can cause the house to cool down unnecessarily, because the heat goes outside and the cold air goes inside. Some of these cracks can be repaired quickly and easily with sealants. But draught excluders made from rolled towels or inexpensive "proper" draught excluders also prevent cold air from getting under doors and windows. Covering keyholes, especially in old-fashioned doors, can also prevent wind from whistling through.
You can also find self-adhesive foam inserts at any home improvement or hardware store that you can attach to windows and doors to seal gaps between doors and frames.
Thick curtains and drapes can also help prevent drafts and keep your home warmer, and block out cold air through large window panes.
Wash clothes at colder temperatures
Most of the clothes you wear every day do not need to be washed at high temperatures. Unless your clothes are greasy or extremely dirty, washing them at 20 or 30 degrees will do just fine. This can save you money on your energy bill and is a great way to contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle.
Eating habits update
Instead of turning on the oven, which uses a lot of energy, use alternatives like a steamer or electric deep fryer. There are great recipes for these too!
An additional tip: If you do not have a hot air fryer or microwave, Black Friday is just around the corner 😉 You can also still find good used appliances on ebay classifieds.
Hot water bottles, blankets and hand warmers
The time-honored hot water bottles are coming back into fashion! Because you only need a few loters of hot water and the heat source is ready. Alternatively, there are a variety of heat products that can keep you wonderfully warm.
Instead of a hot water bottle, for example, an electric heating pad that provides soothing warmth with deep heat.
Or even an electric heating blanket that can be operated with a power bank. In this way, you can also take your mobile heat source outdoors, in the garden or anywhere else quite flexibly.
Hands are often among the coldest parts of the body and our Muff In, a portable hand warmer that keeps you cozy and warm even without a heat function, is a great portable solution for cold hands!
Stay active
In the winter, it's easy to be tempted to stay at home on the sofa, watching a movie and drinking a warm tea. Even if it's hard to get motivated, exercise is one of the best ways to keep your body temperature and metabolism higher, reducing the need for heating at home. At the same time, exercise helps to stay fit and fight the inevitable pounds we all put on during the Christmas and New Year's holidays 😉 .
Use fewer rooms in the house
Heat only the rooms you spend a lot of time in. It's as simple as that. The bedroom does not need to be heated during the day, neither do utility rooms, the laundry room, etc.
Onion look
Even if it is the oldest trick in the world, it works. Wearing multiple layers of clothing keeps warm just makes sense to adapt to temperature changes. Especially if they are thick wool sweaters or fleece jackets, This may not be glamorous, but it is cozy and useful!
Thick socks, slippers and hats also help against heat loss. Simple, but also easy to implement 😉
If you're looking for heatable products to help you stay warm in your everyday life, Outchair is the place to be! We are the mobile heat specialists and have a range of mobile heatable products that are flexible to use.
Take a look at our electric blanket, portable heating pad or electric hand warmer. All of our products are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and are powered by a USB-charged powerbank for maximum portability while keeping you warm with our efficient deep heat technology.