From heating costs and logs for the fire to extra blankets and coats, staying warm can add up to a big bill.
However, there is one very handy and simple trick that many households may not know about that could help with this.
The fashionable household feature of curtains happens to be a money-saving tool.
Curtains are a good way of keeping a home warm. (Image: Canva)
Do curtains keep heat in?
According to Harrisons Curtains & Blinds, the simple use of suitable curtains will ensure your home stays warm, keeping your energy bills down.
Curtains are able to keep the heat in by reducing the amount of air exchanged between a window and a room.
How curtains can keep heat in
To ensure heat stays in and your curtains do their job, you’ll need higher quality curtains that are floor length and close to the wall and window.
Insulation from curtains will also depend on the fabric used, as lightweight materials will trap in some heat but not as much as heavier and darker-coloured materials.
During the longer darker months it is also best to close curtains as soon as it begins to get dark.
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Does keeping the heating on stop pipes from freezing?
Keeping your heating on at home can also prevent pipes from freezing over during the winter.
Martin & Co says: “A consistent temperature in your home is arguably the best way to stop pipes from freezing and bursting.
“If you leave your property for any length of time, set your thermostat to maintain a consistent temperature while you’re away – this doesn’t have to be at the level you would normally heat your home, but should be warm enough to stop pipes freezing over.”