ENERGY bills aren’t getting cheaper any time soon so you’ll want to do whatever you can to cut back on costs this Christmas. Luckily, there are countless ways to reduce your outgoings this, not least when it comes to energy-saving gadgets. 6 We’ve listed off five energy-saving gadgets to keep you warm this winter You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg on them either as we’ve found a number for less than £10.
From fan heaters to electric blankets, here’s five energy-saving devices you can buy to stay warm for less this Chrimbo. Microwaveable wheat heat wrap – £5 6 Heated wheat bags can be an inexpensive way to stay warm in the cold Credit: The Works Wheat heat wraps can be found on the cheap and are great for keeping you warm while relieving any muscle stiffness or joint pain. And The Works is selling a lavender tartan wrap for only £5 – you just have to pop it in the microwave then apply it where needed.
You can even use it for the opposite effect – by putting it in a plastic bag and then the freezer for two hours. Bear in mind, if you want the wrap delivered to your home, you’ll have to pay a £3. 99 fee, unless your basket ends up totalling more than £25.
Shoppers are full of praise for the wrap on The Works’ website, with one saying: “Lovely product. Helped me to relieve pain, easy to heat. ” Meanwhile, a second added: “Amazing heat wrap, lovely size, soft to touch material.
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83. The device comes with three heat settings and costs just 1p an hour to run, according to the manufacturer. There’s also a three-year guarantee and overheat protection.
It comes with plenty of good reviews on Argos’ website too. One shopper said: “Bought 3 weeks ago and wish I had done this before. Brilliant product.
” Another added: “These blankets were a game changer, comfortable warm and lower bills at night, would give top rating and good price. ” Pink blanket – £4 6 Asda’s pink soft fabric blanket has been reduced from £5 Credit: Asda It’s a classic, but still a goodie – blankets are one of the original ways to stay warm without bursting the bank. Asda has reduced the price of one of its ones from £5 to £4 and you can collect it for free at your nearest branch.
Delivery is from £3. 50. You can find your nearest branch by using the retailer’s store locator tool.
The blanket comes with “super soft fabric”, is machine washable and can also be tumble dried. Don’t take our word for it though – Asda shoppers are full of positive reviews for the blanket. One said: “My daughter loves this, really super soft even after washing,” while another added: “Snuggly soft and cozy.
” Hot water bottle – £8 6 B&M’s hot water bottles come in a number of different colours Credit: B&M Hot water bottles are another easy way to stay warm without spending too much money. B&M is selling one with a black fur cover for just £8 too, although you can’t order online so will have to head to your nearest store to see if they’ve got any. You can find your nearest branch by using the locator tool on its website.
The bottle has a 1. 7litre capacity and is also available in other colours including pink, cream and grey. Pifco Upright fan heater – £9.
99 6 Pifco’s fan heater comes with a 30-day free return policy Credit: Home Bargains Home Bargains recently launched a number of energy-saving gadgets to keep you warm this winter. That includes a Pifco two kilowatt upright fan heater scanning for just £9. 99.
It costs from 27p an hour to run and also features an adjustable thermostat and overheat protection. It weighs a measly 900g too so you can shift it around the house easily. Read more on the Scottish Sun MIND THE GAP People think I’m one of my man’s kids but it never bothers me, we’re so happy BIT RICH My kids are millionaires and it’s all thanks to their 16th birthday presents It is currently out of stock online, but you might be able to find it in your local branch, which you can find using the retailer’s locator tool on its website.
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