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So Glad I Saw This: Smart, Simple Recipes to Save Money on Heating Bills
As energy costs continue to rise, many of us are looking for creative ways to stay warm without breaking the bank. The good news? You don’t need a complete home renovation to lower your heating bills. With a few smart changes—what we like to call “warmth recipes”—you can keep your home cozy while keeping your wallet happy. So glad I saw this? You will be too.
Here are some practical, budget-friendly “recipes” for heat savings:
🧣 Recipe #1: DIY Draft Stopper Delight
Ingredients:
- An old towel or pair of tights
- Rice or dried beans (about 2–3 cups)
- Needle and thread (or a sewing machine)
Instructions:
Fill the towel or tights with rice or beans, sew the ends shut, and place it along drafty doorways or window sills. It blocks cold air from sneaking in and keeps the warm air from escaping.
Why it saves money:
Drafts can account for up to 30% of heat loss in a home. A simple stopper can cut that down dramatically.
🌞 Recipe #2: Sunshine Stew
Ingredients:
- South-facing windows
- Sheer or thermal curtains
Instructions:
Open curtains during the day to let sunlight naturally heat your space. Close them at night to trap the warmth inside.
Pro tip: Layer curtains—a sheer layer for daytime sun and a thermal layer to block out the cold after dark.
🔌 Recipe #3: Heat Trap Blanket Bake
Ingredients:
- A cozy throw blanket
- A cup of hot tea or cocoa
- A lower thermostat setting
Instructions:
Snuggle under your blanket with a warm drink and lower your thermostat by 2–3 degrees. You likely won’t feel the difference, but your bill definitely will.
Why it works:
For every degree you lower your thermostat, you could save about 1–3% on your heating bill.
🚪 Recipe #4: Room Roast Rotation
Ingredients:
- Portable space heater (used safely)
- Door draft stoppers
- One room of choice
Instructions:
Focus your heating efforts on a single frequently-used room. Seal it off, add a safe space heater, and keep the rest of the house cooler.
Best for:
Those working from home or spending most of their time in one area.
