StopGap Floorboard Draught Excluder - Brown

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Easy to install with the free applicator, DraughtEx requires no adhesives and compliments the overall finish of your floorboards. The specially formulated colour “Shadow” has been designed to mimic the natural shadows created between floorboards and is almost invisible to the naked eye. Skirting boards often have a gap between them and the floor which can create cold draughts and lead to chilly and uncomfortable rooms and increased heating bills during the winter months. Cleverly designed to mimic the natural shadows created between the gaps, once fitted, it’s non-visible and won't spoil the aesthetic of your room. It also comes in a thinner 4mm version too, making it easy to find the right fit for your home. At its most basic, draught-proofing is filling the gaps in a building, where heat escapes and cold air enters. Some people turn up the heating to counteract cold draughts; this warms your home but escaped heating costs you and emits carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions unnecessarily.

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We took into account what reviewers were saying regarding value for money, effectiveness and whether or not they were easy to install. About the author It’s worth noting that you will need to screw this to your door, although the screw heads will be concealed once installation is complete. Although it does come in different sizes, you may also need to cut it down to size – so be prepared to get your tool kit out. It’s not advisable to sand original old floorboards. Apart from destroying the patina, the surface can be destabilised – for example wood-boring beetle larvae may have been busy tunnelling below the surface and if you take off the top layer the unsightly, worm-ridden wood will be on view. In an average sized room there are up to 50 metres of floorboards. This means up to 100 metres of gaps, which can be as wide as 8mm. Add all these tiny gaps together and you could find that the spaces between your floorboards add up to the size of an open window. Even in carpeted rooms, the gaps underneath the skirting boards can add up to a significant heat loss. You could also hang a pair of thermal curtains, which will make a big difference, particularly if your front door opens straight into your living area. Cold may also come in through gaps around the edges of your door so you may need to fill them with foam or a seal, or also consider purchasing a letterbox draught excluder too. Finally, if you really want to go all out, you can get a keyhole cover such as this STORMGUARD one. These are metal discs designed to drop over the hole and keep out the cold.

After searching locally and online, I found that none of the existing solutions were up to the job. The DIY options were messy and time-consuming, and the commercial products used permanent adhesives or sealants. Inspired, I started developing StopGap until I created a product good enough for my own home. She's at it again! The Beautiful Drew Barrymore cookware set and appliances just got a gorgeous, limited-time color Older buildings offer great opportunities for energy savings but come with provisos, especially if your home is listed, in a conservation area, or built before 1919. The good news is you can improve the energy efficiency of your home without compromising its historic character. When you're all snuggled up under your best heated throw or blanket hoodie, the last thing you want is to feel the chill of an icy draught. Thankfully, these weighted fabric Nicola Spring Door Draught Excluders are an easy way to prevent cold air from creeping in under your internal doors. We love the handy hooks on each draught excluder, allowing you to attach them to your door so you don't have to move them every time you leave the room.

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If you live in a period home with original wood flooring you may know how draughty these gaps can be, but you might still be surprised to know just how much heat is being lost through the spaces between your floorboards. As draughty as an open window When you feel a draught coming from under the door you use a draught excluder. When there’s a cold breeze coming through an open window, you close it. Using StopGap to stop the cold air coming through the gaps in your draughty floorboards is the obvious next step. Foam or rubber draught excluders - Ideal for sealing gaps between windows, doors and floorboards, these foam or rubber strips are easy to install, even in small gaps, to prevent warm air from escaping or cool air from creeping in. From investing in the best electric blanket to pre-warming beds with a hot water bottle, many of us are looking for cost-effective solutions to stay warm this winter without cranking up the central heating. With energy bills remaining high, when you do turn up the thermostat, the last thing you need is for all that precious heat to escape. Fitting the best draught excluders throughout your house can keep your home warmer and prevent cold air from getting in through doors, chimneys, windows and even the gaps in your floorboards.Draughtex Floor and skirting board filler is a proven floorboard gap filler, designed to eliminate the cold draughts and improve the comfort and energy efficiency of your home. The right draught excluder for you will depend on your needs - specifically the source of your draught and the type of heat loss you are experiencing. Here are some things to consider when making your choice: