Shoppers love ‘life saving’ £9.99 winter buy from The Range – it’ll keep you ‘so warm’ & is ‘much cheaper’ than heating
AS the weather gets chillier, if you’re looking for a cheap and cheerful way to keep warm, fear not, we’ve got you covered.
Particularly if you’re concerned about splashing the cash on central heating, we’ve found just the thing.
Luckily for you, shoppers are raving about an oversized blanket hoodie that is not only ‘so warm’, but is also ‘much cheaper’ than using heating.
And don’t worry if you’re strapped for cash, as it’s currently on sale from The Range and will cost you less than a tenner – yes, you heard that correctly.
This Sienna Sherpa Hoodie Blanket costs from just £9.99 and is available in 11 different colours.
You can also nab this machine washable hoodie from Amazon – also from just £9.99.
This cosy hoodie is deliberately oversized for extra warmth and is one size fits all.
It’s got elastic cuffs and a two-sided giant pocket on the front.
The hoodie has a soft fleece lining, with a plush microfibre exterior.
It’s perfect for cosy nights on the sofa and is suitable for adults and kids alike.
Not only is it durable, but it’s beautifully soft and luxurious too, making it perfect for looking good whilst staying warm in winter.
The wearable blanket has clearly impressed many, as it has quickly racked up an average rating of 4.5 out of five, with over 5,600 reviews.
Shoppers loved the cosy hoodie blanket and even described it as a ‘life saver’.
One person said: “This product has been a life saver. Honestly, it keeps me so warm and is huge. Not to mention super comfy to curl up in and read or watch TV.
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.
“I pretty much wear mine from the moment I wake up until I go to bed as it keeps me so warm and it’s cheaper than heating the house.
“In fact I was so impressed I purchased one for my mum who takes it to work as she gets really cold in her office.”
This product has been a life saver. Honestly, it keeps me so warm and is huge
Shopper
Another wrote: “I love this Sherpa fleece. It is so warm and cosy. I got the red because it is such a rich and stunning colour.
“It is a very generous size and is really comfortable to wear. It washes well – no shrinkage or loss of colour. In fact, it is softer and cosier after every wash.”
Meanwhile, a third penned: “Amazing gift for mum who practically lived in this through the winter. Couldn’t have asked for a better price (was on sale at the time).
“I was initially concerned the quality wouldn’t be as great due to the lower-than-usual price, but still substantially soft and thick.”
Whilst someone else chimed in: “Bought for my elderly mother. Lightweight, comfortable, cosy and warm.”
Cheap gadgets to help you stay warm
MARTIN Lewis' MoneySavingExpert shared six gadgets that can help you keep the heating off but stay warm.
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