Well, did you know that there are not only “technical” tricks to save energy but that interior design and decoration can also help you ?
At Naturgy, we know a little about efficient air conditioning and that is investors email lists why we want to give you some advice . The first of all would be to find the best air conditioning solution for your home. And this constitutes almost half of the energy we consume . Keep in mind, also, that hot water is the second energy consumer in a house. So you must choose the water heating system that best suits your needs, be it a boiler, an electric water heater or solar panels .
Insulation
With good insulation you can save up to 50% on your heating and air conditioning costs. Here are some tips:
Open blinds and draw curtains during daylight hours.
Lower the blinds when night falls to avoid heat loss.
Use thick fabric curtains in winter.
Make sure your windows are well insulated : they can save you 20-30% on heating.
Choose to install double glazing on your window.
Heating
In terms of heating, you can choose a radiator but also a thermoelectric emitter or a convector . Discover their advantages in this section of our website. Another option is solar panels . Here are some tips for heating:
Keep the house at 19-21º during the day and 15-17º at night.
If you have radiators, don't forget to purge them to remove any accumulated air (this makes it difficult for heat to be transmitted from the inside to the outside).
About hot water
Did you know that 26% of energy is consumed in hot water? To save money, we make these recommendations:
Regulates the hot water temperature between 30 and 35ºC.
Install aerators on the taps . You will have the same sensation of flow but consumption will be reduced by up to 60%, as well as the use of energy to heat the water. How can interior design help you? One of the tips we have given you was to use thick curtains in winter. From this advice we can see that decoration also plays its role when it comes to saving on heating . And, by the way, giving your house a warm and comfortable atmosphere . What can we do? We have consulted an article from the magazine El Mueble , which knows its stuff about interior design, to give you some advice . First of all, it is a bit of a question of textiles , of “warming up your house”. Spread out some rugs , which will not only give you a feeling of warmth but will also act as an insulator from the cold. Blankets also play their role. Put them on sofas and armchairs, on the bed, combining textures and thicknesses… As for curtains, you can put sheers and other curtains on top , or also two blinds . “The more fabric, the warmer the feeling will be,” explains El Mueble , “and the more insulated the room will be from the cold.” Fireplaces are another winter classic. Not only will they allow you to heat the place, but the movement of the flames will give you a comforting feeling. Also rely on lighting.
