Martin Lewis-approved 1p heating trick will help you stay warm all night
Martin Lewis-approved 1p heating trick will help you stay warm all night
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Brace yourselves: this winter is shaping up to be a frosty one. Forecasters are predicting plunging temperatures, heaps of snow, and stormy weather galore. Sound familiar? That annual battle of staying warm without your energy bill giving you palpitations is back.
But don’t panic—help is at hand. Last year, the internet went wild for the 1p electric blanket trick, which has since been approved by Martin Lewis and his Money Saving Expert website, proving you can stay cosy for pennies. And guess what? There are even more clever hacks to keep the cold out without draining your bank account.
Here’s the lowdown on how to stay toasty this winter, with advice from the indoor living experts at VonHaus... Cost: from 1.8p per hour. This one’s a classic for a reason. Last year, the 1p electric blanket was a saviour for many, with its ultra-low running cost—yes, from just a penny per night! It works because these blankets are energy-efficient, running on around 100 watts. Compare that to firing up your central heating, and you’re already winning.
VonHaus expert Adele Brennan suggests turning on your blanket about half an hour before you hit the hay. “That way, you’re climbing into a warm bed without needing it on all night,” she says. “Timers are a great way to avoid wasting energy while still keeping the chill at bay.” It’s warmth where you need it most—your bed—not your whole house. Genius.
