{"id":80453,"date":"2023-10-25T17:25:23","date_gmt":"2023-10-25T17:25:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/posterboyedit.com\/?p=80453"},"modified":"2023-10-25T17:25:23","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T17:25:23","slug":"how-to-make-radiators-more-energy-efficient-60p-hack-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/posterboyedit.com\/beauty-and-fashion\/how-to-make-radiators-more-energy-efficient-60p-hack-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"How to make radiators more energy efficient – 60p hack | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"
AS the temperatures keep dropping and we enter the dreaded winter season, many household across the UK are concerned about one thing in particular – the heating costs.<\/p>\n
If you opt to keep the central heating on all night for eight hours, you're likely to receive a hefty \u00a313.44 bill – or close to \u00a3100 a week, The Sun recently revealed.<\/p>\n
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But luckily, a money-saving whizz from Which? has revealed how to make the most out of your radiators top keep the home warm and your wallet – happy.<\/p>\n
According to the expert, who shared the trick on TikTok, the answer is simple and ''energy companies will hate this hack''.<\/p>\n
The guru said that the key behing a cosy home this winter is a sheet of tin foil – and here, there are two kinds.<\/p>\n
You can either invest in a specialist radiator foil, or if you're really struggling to order one online, regular old tin foil should do the trick too.<\/p>\n
Sharing the hack, the money pro explained: ''Putting foil behind radiators allows the heat to be relfeted back into the room.<\/p>\n ''This is particularly effective on external walls.''<\/p>\n The prices of these vary, but the guru from Which? said it was possible to buy these from as little as \u00a38, whilst B&Q offer a similar product for around \u00a312.<\/p>\n Not only is this winter essential budget-friendly, but, as the expert demonstrated in the video, also takes just seconds to apply.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n ''It's padded and usually has an adhesive backing, so it's really easy to install," he said. <\/p>\n FABULOUS VEGAS: JOIN TO CLAIM \u00a3100 BONUS<\/strong> PLUS 50 FREE SPINS<\/p>\n If, on the other hand. you're opting for the low-cost kitchen foil, it's advised to first begin by measuring the distance between brackets and the cutting the regular foil to size.<\/p>\n ''If it doesn't have adhesive pads, you can use double-sided sticky tape to secure it in place.''<\/p>\n Kitchen foil can be purchased at most supermarkets, including Aldi where a two-pack retails for \u00a31.29, as well as Sainsbury's (\u00a33 for 20m) and Tesco (\u00a34.50 for 30m). <\/p>\n To make the radiators even more effetive, it's also recommended to deep clean and bleed them every once in a while, the expert added.<\/p>\n Cash-strapped Brits can shave money off their energy bills in minutes just by bleeding their radiators, experts revealed.<\/p>\n In simple terms, bleeding the radiators mean letting out air that's become trapped inside – this is often responsible for cold spots.<\/p>\n The task, though quick and simple, is also very effective – and here's how you can do it before the cold sets in.<\/p>\n To do this, you will first need to put the heating on and check which radiators have cold spots, particularly at the top.<\/p>\n For the bleeding process, make sure to switch the heating system off and find a special key – these are available at most DIY stores.<\/p>\n Attach this key attach onto the radiator valve, which is located at the top of the radiator, and turn it slowly anti-clockwise, holding a cloth underneath to catch any water.<\/p>\n If you hear a hissing sound, this means the air is escaping – and once this has stopped you can close the valve to stop water coming out.<\/p>\n According to pros, you should bleed your radiators once a year to ensure they're running properly.<\/p>\n<\/picture>THAT'S HOT <\/span><\/p>\n
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