It’s officially winter! It’s the time for bundling up and staying warm, but few people know it’s also home renovation season. Of course, you’ve had all year to renovate your home with new doors and windows to better protect your home from chilly drafts, but we’re not here to point any fingers. Despite the slightly colder temperatures, winter renovations aren’t a big issue as long as you know how to stay warm and protected in your home.
The Winter season means we’ll all be spending more time indoors. Of course, we’ve all been forced to spend a lot more time indoors since the start of the pandemic, but the added element of colder weather can make things especially uncomfortable in your home. So that poses an important question for you: “How do you stay warm and comfortable throughout your winter renovation?” The good news is there are many simple things to do before, during, and after the renovation to ensure that your energy costs don’t skyrocket while keeping you and your family warm and comfortable.
Take Advantage of What You Have Around
Renovations can be fun! Not only are they a time for adding new components or sections to your home, but they can also be a time to redecorate. Redecorating can give your home a completely new feel as it undergoes major changes and it can also help you stay warm during the process. Think about heavy curtains, for example. Lining hallways, room entrances, and windows with heavy, stylish curtains can go a long way to keeping you warm during those chilly renovation days. Not a big fan of curtains? Installing some well-fitting shutters or blinds can get the job done as well.
People often upturn their noses at carpet these days. Who can blame them? Carpet can look dated, drab, and often proves a lot more difficult to keep clean than hardwood or vinyl flooring. But what about rugs? Modern or vintage rugs can offer your home a style boost while also helping to keep your space just a little bit warmer. Why suffer through a chilly renovation when you can insulate your home with cool decor? There are many ways to ease your home and family through the transitional renovation period while keeping everyone warm and happy. Just get creative with it!
Eliminate All Drafts and Openings
Depending on the type of renovation project you’re undergoing, your home can be exposed to chilly winter drafts. Window and door renovations, for example, open your home to cold air outside. Before construction begins, it’s essential to make sure all windows and doors not being upgraded are closed and sealed tight. Seal off the area being renovated by closing doors or sealing entryways with plastic sheeting to prevent air from entering the rest of the home.
During the process of renovation, it’s a challenge to keep the temperature inside as consistent as possible. By utilizing space heaters in occupied areas, you can help keep you and your family warm. Make sure to keep these devices away from children and pets, and always follow safety instructions to prevent any accidents. Closing the majority of your home’s doors and gathering your family in as few places as possible can further your energy efficiency and make it easier to keep everyone warm. If possible, close the vents in unoccupied rooms to redirect heating to occupied spaces to maximize your heating system.
Insulating with Window and Door Renovations
If the winter months are an especially uncomfortable time in your home, you should consider insulating your home to mitigate the effects of the outside weather. Choosing high-performance window and door renovations can have drastic changes on your home’s heating and cooling. Monumental Windows and Doors manufactures durable, energy-efficient windows that create a tight seal on your home. Not only effective during the coldest months, these insulated windows reduce the sun’s harmful rays by up to 70 percent. In the end, you’ll pay less money to maintain a comfortable temperature inside your home regardless of the season or weather conditions.
Drafts are also common in old, inefficient doors. Monumental Windows and Doors designs all of its products out of reliable, eco-friendly aluminum that maintains its shape and seal throughout the years. Without the worry of shrinking wood or warping vinyl, there isn’t much need for costly maintenance and additional appliances to maintain a comfortable home. For example, you can enjoy a stylish, modern glass door with window while maintaining a completely insulated entryway.
Staying warm during a winter renovation isn’t impossible if you plan ahead and take some precautionary measures before getting started. Follow our tips for staying warm and cozy throughout your winter construction. Looking to renovate your home this winter season with modern, energy-efficient windows and doors? Contact us today to find a licensed dealer near you!