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Winter-Proof Your Home: Draft Blockers and Window Film
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items The winter prep list I would work through before the first cold snap: window film, door seals, thick curtains, humidity gauges and humidifiers, plus a few heated throws. (Note: This list contains affiliate links, and I may earn a small commission at ...
I put this plastic film on drafty single-pane windows each fall. You tape it on and shrink it with a hair dryer until it is clear.
3M™ Indoor Window Insulator Kit
A budget window kit that covers five standard windows. The film tightens with a hair dryer and is nearly invisible once it is up.
Duck ® Brand Rolled Shrink Film Window Insulation Kit
I would choose this for a large window or sliding door because the film sheet is generous. It seals in a layer of air that slows heat loss.
Frost King V73/9H Indoor Shrink Window Kit
I use this on exposed pipes in a garage or basement before the first freeze. It slips on easily and cuts with scissors.
Tubular Foam Pipe Insulation
A simple under-door seal that sticks on and blocks cold air without drilling. I would grab it for a front door or a door to a garage.
Holikme Door Draft Stopper 2-Pack, Under Door Seal
An adhesive foam strip for sealing gaps around doors and window sashes. It cuts with scissors and goes on in minutes.
Foam Weatherstrip Seal
A plain pair of blackout curtains that block light and some chill from the glass. They are easy to hang with standard rods.
Amazon Basics Portable Blackout Curtain Shade
A heavy curtain panel I would use on a north-facing window that never warms up. It also muffles outside noise.
NICETOWN White 100% Blackout Curtains 84 inch Long
A warm and cool mist humidifier for a large bedroom or living room. The warm mist helps in the coldest weeks and the remote makes it easy to adjust.
Levoit LV600HH Hybrid Ultrasonic Humidifier
A simple cool moisture humidifier for small to medium rooms. It uses a wicking filter and runs quietly through the night.
Honeywell Cool Moisture Humidifier - Black, HEV320B
A warm mist model I would pick for a cold or a very dry room. It heats the water, so keep it out of reach of kids and pets.
V750 Warm Mist Humidifier
A small gauge that shows the humidity in a room, so you know whether the humidifier is needed. I would place it in a bedroom.
AcuRite Wireless Digital Indoor Thermometer
A sensor that sends temperature and humidity readings to your phone. I like the history graph for seeing how a room changes overnight.
Govee Hygrometer Thermometer H5075
A small, simple humidity meter that sits on a shelf. It has a clear display and needs only a battery.
ThermoPro TP49 Indoor Digital Hygrometer Thermometer
A heated blanket I would choose for a cold bed instead of cranking the thermostat. The fleece is soft and the controller has several heat levels.
Beautyrest Queen Micro Fleece Heated Blanket
A queen heated blanket with two controllers so each side of the bed has its own heat. I would pick it for couples who disagree about the temperature.
Bedsure Electric Blanket Queen Size
A heating pad with fast heat-up for sore backs and cold nights. I like that it has an auto shut-off.
Premium Heating Pad with XpressHeat®
A large heating pad that reaches across the back or shoulders. The soft cover feels good against skin.
Pure Enrichment® PureRelief XL Heating Pad
A thermostat that lets you set a schedule and adjust it from your phone. I would buy it if you want to lower the heat when no one is home.
Amazon Smart Thermostat, Save money and energy
A budget smart thermostat that works with a phone app and schedules. I would consider it for a home that has a common wire and a simple furnace.
Wyze Thermostat | Programmable, Smart Digital Thermostat
A roll of reflective insulation that people cut to fit in windows or behind radiators. It is cheap, lightweight and easy to trim.
Reflectix BP24025 24-Inch by 25-Feet Bubble Pack
A lightweight fleece blanket that adds a warm layer on a cold bed. It is easy to wash and comes in many colors.
Utopia Bedding Ultra Soft Fleece Blanket Queen
A soft heated throw for the sofa that warms your legs while you read or watch TV. The controller has a few heat levels and an auto shut-off.
Biddeford Blankets Micro Plush Electric Heated
An old-fashioned hot water bottle that warms a cold bed for hours without a cord. I like the fleece cover because it is gentle on skin.
Hugo Frosch Hot Water Bottle with Softshell Cover
A soft chenille throw from Target that I keep on the couch for cool evenings. It is thick enough to wrap in and easy to wash.
Threshold Cozy Chenille Blankets & Throws