How to save light in winter without sacrificing comfort

Key strategies to save light without losing comfort.  

1. Adequate home insulation

Efficient insulation is essential to retain heat inside the home without over-heating. 

Insulate windows and doors 

25% of a home's heat can be lost through windows. One of the most effective methods of retaining heat isusing double-glazed windows. In addition, we recommend checking the doors, as drafts can cause the temperature to drop quickly. 

Improves ceiling and wall insulation

Poorly insulated ceilings and walls can cause heat leakage. Investing in good thermal insulation is along-term solutionthat can significantly reduce heating use, resulting in noticeable savings at the end of the month.  

2. Efficient use of heating 

Heating is one of the biggest energy consumers in winter. However, you can use it wisely so you don't waste any heat at all. 

Maintain a stable temperature 

The recommended daytime home temperature is between 19 and 21 degrees. Programming the thermostat to maintain a constant temperaturecan prevent overuse of heating. Remember that raising the temperature abruptly will increase energy consumption

Ventilate without losing heat 

It is important to ventilate the home, but do so without losing too much heat. Open the windows for 5 to 10 minutes in the morning, when the heating is off, to renew the air without losing thermal comfort. 

3. Lighting optimisation 

In winter, lighting represents a considerable expense, as shorter days increase our dependence on artificial light. Therefore, it is essential to optimize its use to the maximum to reduce consumption without giving up a well-lit and cozy environment. 

Make the most of natural light

During the day, maximize the natural light entering your home. We recommend keeping curtains and blinds open during the day so that the sun light and warm your home naturally. This will reduce the need to use heating and artificial lighting.

Switch to LED bulbs 

The LED bulbs consume up to 80% less than incandescent bulbs. Installing LED lights throughout your home will help you save light immediately, in addition to offering you greater durability. 

4. Efficiency in appliances and devices

Home appliances and devices play an important role in energy consumption, so it is critical to ensure that they are operating efficiently. 

Use efficient appliances 

If you are thinking of renewing an appliance, make sure it is energy efficient (labeled A++ or higher). These consume less electricity and will allow you to save in the long run. 

Disconnects devices in standby mode 

Many devices such as televisions and phone chargers continue to consume power in standby mode even when they are turned off. Unplug them or use power strips with switch will help you reduce ghost consumption and lower your electricity bill.

Technology that will help you save 

Today, technology in the home allows monitoring and optimizing light consumption efficiently, facilitating energy savings without compromising comfort. 

Smart thermostats

Smart thermostats allow programming the heating according to your daily habits. These devices learn your routines and automatically adjust the temperature so you don't spend more than necessary, maintaining comfort at all times.  

Automated lighting systems 

Use smart plugs or lighting systems that switch off automatically when no one is in the room. This way you will avoid forgetting the lights on in unoccupied spaces, optimizing energy consumption. 

As you can see, saving light in winter without sacrificing comfort is entirely possible if you implement the right strategies. 

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