Heating
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The best smart thermostat: control your heating and hot water from your phone
Ensure you always come home to the perfect temperature with our list of the best smart thermostats
By Aimee Bradshaw •
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Underfloor heating: the complete guide to in-floor heating
Considering installing underfloor heating in one room, throughout a ground floor, or everywhere in your home? We’ve asked the experts to answer all your questions on UFH
By Sarah Warwick •
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The best electric fires: wall-mounted and freestanding
Whether you want one for the nostalgic feel without the faff, or for peace of mind; the best electric fire is an increasingly sought-after solution for warmth and ambience at home
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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How to clean and maintain a woodburning stove
It’s important to give your woodburning or solid fuel stove a maintenance check every year to clean it, repair any rust spots, touch up the paintwork and order new parts. DIY expert Helaine Clare provides step-by-step instructions to how to clean and maintain a woodburning stove
By Helaine Clare •
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10 best traditional fireplace design ideas
A fireplace can make or break a living space and is an important feature in adding to the character of your period home. Have a look through some of our favourite traditional fireplace design ideas
By Holly Reaney •
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15 best stoves: woodburning and multi-fuel
With winter well and truly here, warm up your home with our pick of the best stoves on the market
By Ellen Finch •
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How to reopen a hidden fireplace
Many renovators are lucky enough to uncover an original fireplace in the process of working on their home. Here is how to reopen a hidden fireplace
By Natasha Brinsmead •
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Energy bills in December are nearly twice the monthly average
Energy bills soar over the festive period, adding a hidden burden to your Christmas costs
By Amelia Smith •
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Boiler on the blink? Here are 5 things to check before ringing the engineer
If your boiler has stopped working, save yourself time and money by following these simple steps before calling out an engineer
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The best indoor heaters
If you're feeling the chill, it's time you started searching for your newest winter-time companion: a handy, portable, indoor heater that offers control and comfort wherever you put it in the house...
By Annie Collyer •
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How to heat your home: from central heating, radiators, stoves, fireplaces to underfloor heating
Updating your heating system to stay warmer while spending less? Get the lowdown on how to heat your home using central heating, stoves, fireplaces and other alternatives
By Sarah Warwick •
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16 ways to make an old home more energy efficient
Make an old home warmer and more energy efficient, while cutting down on the cost of energy bills with these effective solutions, from quick and easy ideas to long-term investments
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Radiators: the best designs, models and fuel types
A hard-working essential for the vast number of homes, radiators can be fab as well as functional. Get the lowdown on choosing the right model and check out the latest looks
By Sarah Warwick •
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Boilers – an essential guide
OK, it’s not sexy, but it is vital. Get in the know about your boiler, and stay warm, clean and safe. You can’t say much better than that!
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to bleed a radiator
Over time, air can build up in your heating system, which will stop it from working efficiently. Here's a step-by-step guide to bleeding a radiator to release the trapped air
By Laura Crombie •
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Essential guide to choosing a stove
After the authenticity of a wood-burning stove or multi-fuel model, or the convenience of gas or electricity? Whichever stove you want, our guide has what you need to know
By Sarah Warwick •
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Old-fashioned energy-saving tips (plus the odd clever new product) are still best for trimming your heating bills
Keeping warm while driving heating costs down is all about using traditional methods. But modern tech can help, too
By Anna Cottrell •
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Can an eco heating system save you money?
We explain the benefits of eco heating systems and how they can save you money. We look at solar heating, air source heat pumps and wood-fuelled heating systems
By Anna Cottrell •
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10 reasons why you need a smart thermostat
Upgrade your heating system with a smart thermostat, you'll save money (and the planet)
By Gerald Lynch •
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Woodburning stoves not to blame for poor air quality, says manufacturer
ESSE claims quality wood produces minimal emissions as government cracks down on pollutants
By Alison Jones •
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Can I use vinyl flooring with underfloor heating
As more and more of us opt for underfloor heating in our homes, we might question which flooring types are best suited and the good news is vinyl flooring (in it's many forms) is a good match
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How to save money by switching energy supplier
Could you save money by switching energy supplier? And if so, just how do you go about it? Follow our easy, step-by-step guide to get the best energy deal
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Essential guide to solar panels
Before investing in this eco-friendly solar panels, consider your home’s location and research the latest money-making incentives
By Sine Fleet •
