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Cozy nights without raising the bill
In winter, as temperatures drop after a long day, there’s nothing more comforting than slipping into a warm bed. But what if you don’t want to turn up the thermostat and pay an exorbitant heating bill? Fortunately, there are simple and effective solutions to warm your bed quickly without raising the temperature in your home.
Hot-water bottles: the faithful companions of cold nights
Undeniably simple and effective, hot water bottles are one of the best ways to warm your bed. Fill it with hot water just before going to bed, and you’re guaranteed a few hours of welcome warmth. And for an extra touch of comfort, there are also hot water bottles with cover in soft fleece or faux fur!
Heated blankets, meeting the future
Much more modern electric heating blankets Electric blanket heaters are becoming the ultimate weapon against cold nights. Depending on the model, you can adjust the desired level of heat, and some even offer differentiated heating zones for each side of the bed. What’s more, they usually incorporate safety systems to prevent any risk of fire.
Wool socks and cozy pyjamas
The power of warm clothing on providing warmth during the night. Thick wool socks will keep your feet warm, while flannel or fleece pyjamas will wrap the rest of your body in pleasant warmth. Silk or woollen balaclavas can also be very useful for the coldest of nights.
The natural solution: bed insulation
Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best. By adding a extra comforter or by using flannel sheets, you increase the insulation of your bed and therefore the warmth. The same goes for pillows: consider denser materials that retain heat better.
Take charge well before bedtime
Finally, one last bit of practical advice: warm up your bed before you go to bed. There’s no need to do this just before bedtime: by placing a hot water bottle on your bed an hour before bedtime, you’ll have a cosy bed waiting for you.
In short, there are many ways to quickly warm up your bed without touching the thermostat. All you have to do is choose the one that suits you best and enjoy the warm winter nights under the comforter.
