In order to warm up your home without central heating, it is worthwhile to take a holistic approach: a combination of technical devices, household tricks and simple physiological methods.
Use of technical devices
Air conditioner
If your air conditioner has a heating function, it can become one of the most effective options. Modern inverter models work even at low temperatures outside and allow you to maintain a comfortable microclimate in the flat.
Electric heaters
Heaters, infrared and oil heaters quickly warm the air. It is important not to overload the power supply and to follow safety instructions.
Gas cooker and camping burners
These should only be used when regularly ventilated, briefly and with extreme care. Gas should not become a constant “source of heat”, as this is dangerous.
Incandescent lamps
Unlike LED lamps, ordinary incandescent bulbs give off heat. In small rooms, they can slightly increase the air temperature.
Folk heating methods and household solutions
Hot water in bottles
Plastic bottles or warmers are filled with hot water and placed in bed, under a blanket or at your feet. This helps keep you warm at night without extra electricity.
Warm drinks and food
Hot tea, broth or soup boosts circulation and allows the body to warm up faster. Alcohol should be avoided – it only gives you a temporary feeling of warmth.
Cooking
A working oven and hob not only helps to cook food, but also warms up the air. You can leave the oven door open for a short time after cooking.
Candles
A few candles placed in the room can raise the temperature a bit. But this method requires extra care and caution – candles should not be left unattended.
Paverbank warming pad
Some modern paverbanks have a heating function. They can be placed under a blanket or under clothes to warm the body.
How to keep warm in the flat
Sealing gaps
Seal gaps in windows and doors with gaskets or special tape – this will reduce heat loss by up to 30%.
Window film
Bubble wrap on windows creates an additional insulating layer and reduces the effects of cold air.
Closing off extra rooms
If there are rooms you don’t use, close the doors there so that the heat stays only in the living rooms.
Warm textiles
Dense curtains, blankets on doors, carpets on the floor significantly reduce the feeling of cold.
Physical activity
Movement is the most natural way to warm the body. Simple exercises, squats, stretching, or even vigorous cleaning can help warm up the blood and reduce the feeling of cold.
But remember, fire safety regulations should be strictly followed when using heating appliances. Don’t use gas appliances without ventilation, don’t cover heaters with cloths and don’t leave candles unattended.
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