WINTER is right around the corner. And while millions of Brits feel like they were robbed of a good summer, it’s important for your purse not to be robbed by winter energy bills . September usually marks a turning point in the weather as temperatures start to fall and the evenings get darker.
It’s also the same time that Brits get nifty with preparing for the cold weather , and ensuring they’re not spending needless money on energy bills when the chill kicks in. Fortunately, this just got a lot easier thanks to a new gadget from Lidl . Set for release in store on Sunday, the Livarno Home Draught Excluder will cost you a cool £4.
99. read more on energy bills The product description reads: “Keeps out cold air – helps reduce heating costs.” The nifty tool is also made partially with recycled polyester, with the whole interior stuffing being made of repurposed plastic.
It is designed to cover gaps around doors and windows to block cold air from seeping into your home. Lidl’s new Livarno Home Draught Excluder is 90cm long, and it comes in two colours; cream or dark brown. Most read in Fabulous The most common door frame width is 76.
2cm in England and Wales, or 72.6cm in Scotland. That means the foamy gadget will likely cover the full width of your door, and thus any gaps underneath it that may let a draught in.
It is said draught excluders can reduce heat loss and save up to 30 per cent on energy bills in extreme cases, and 10–20 per cent in less extreme situation.
