Bargain hunters rave about £5 Dunelm buy that’ll keep you super cosy and warm without central heating this winter
SHOPPERS are raving about a cheap buy from Dunelm that is sure to keep you super cosy and warm this winter.
So if you’re reluctant to turn your heating on as a result of rising costs, then fear not, you’ve come to the right place.
Bargain hunters are raving about a £5 product from Dunelm that’s perfect for cosy evenings on the sofa and warm nights in bed.
The Sherpa Mini Hot Water Bottle, which has an average rating of 4.7 out of five with many five star reviews, is a great buy for those looking to keep warm without breaking the bank.
Thanks to this brilliant buy, you’ll be able to snuggle up and feel warm and cosy in no time at all.
This bargain buy is super soft and boasts a simple yet stylish finish.
Not only will it keep you warm, but it would also make the perfect Christmas gift this year too.
It has a stylish sherpa covering and is machine washable, so you won’t have to worry about messy hot chocolate or mince pie stains.
There’s three different colourways to choose from – teal, fuschia and charcoal.
Not only this, but thanks to its small size, it’s perfect for popping in your bag to take to work or abroad, and is a super cost-effective way to keep warm this winter.
If that wasn’t enough, it also comes with a two year guarantee too.
Dunelm shoppers flocked to the website to share their thoughts on the affordable buy, with many praising the material, its size and ability to keep you warm.
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One person said: “Great size for tucking anywhere to warm up. Cover feels fluffy and warm.”
Another added: “I brought these to take away with us. I wanted something small to pack, but still give us the warmth and comfort of a hot water bottle.
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Heating “the human not the home” means you warm yourself instead of turning on the heating and heating the whole house.
This can save money on your heating bill and means you don’t have to sit in the cold.
- USB gloves – initial cost £10, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Heated insoles – initial cost £10, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- USB hand warmers – initial cost £15, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Electric gilet – initial cost £50 (including battery pack), cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Microwaveable wheat bag – initial cost £4, cost to run less than 1p per hours
- Reusable hand warmers – initial cost £5 for a pair, cost to run less than 1p per hour
“It was perfect to take away the chills.”
A third commented: “A great small size hot water bottle. This is ideal for camping, motorhomes, camper vans and for working from home.
The perfect addition as a reading buddy to keep you nice and toasty
Dunelm shopper
“It is also useful for ailments where heat can provide comfort and pain relief.”
Whilst someone else penned: “Cute and lovely fluffy cover. Like the size. Good to keep you warm camping or just at home.”
Not only this, but another Dunelm shopper beamed: “Wonderful to keep warm in winter.
“The perfect addition as a reading buddy to keep you nice and toasty.”
5 ways to keep your house warm in winter
Property expert Joshua Houston shared his tips.
1. Curtains
“Windows are a common place for the outside cold to get into your home, this is because of small gaps that can let in air so always close your curtains as soon as it gets dark,” he said.
This simple method gives you an extra layer of warmth as it can provide a kind of “insulation” between your window and curtain.
2. Rugs
“Your floor is another area of your home where heat can be lost and can make your home feel chilly,” he continued. “You might notice on cold days, that your floor is not nice to walk on due to it freezing your feet.
“Add rugs to areas that don’t already have a carpet, this provides a layer of insulation between your bare floor and the room above.”
3. Check your insulation
Check your pipes, loft space, crawlspaces and underneath floorboards.
“Loose-fill insulation is very good for this, and is a more affordable type of insulation, with a big bag being able to be picked up for around £30,” Joshua explained.
4. Keep your internal doors closed
“Household members often gather in one room in the evening, and this is usually either the kitchen or living room,” Joshua said.
“This means you only have to heat a small area of your home, and closing the doors keeps the heat in and the cold out.”
5. Block drafts
Don’t forget to check cat flaps, chimneys and letterboxes, as they can let in cold air if they aren’t secure.