Door Draught Excluders - Grey Herringbone Pattern - Pack of 2

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Its sponge cotton rolls can be trimmed to better fit the length of your door, after which the draught excluder can be attached to the bottom of the door, where it’s secured by elastic, hook and loop tape. Conveniently, the external material is machine washable. The most common type of draught excluder you’ll see is one that sits across the bottom of a door. Typically, it will be the same length as the door and tube-shaped (hence a draught excluder is also known as a door sausage or door snake). You might also come across them in a rectangular or triangle shape.

Keep alternating which side you are working on in a zigzagging fashion and periodically pull the yarn tight so that the edges meet securely. 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. For the striped version simply change your yarn colour at the ‘end of a round’, once the preceding stripe has reached your desired width. Continue to word rounds until your draught excluder is your desired length, then slst into the first sc of the round. (The example photographed above required 100 rounds. The colours were alternated every 5 rows.) The majority of draught excluders are filled with polyester. This makes it easy to open your door even when they are on the floor. They'll just move as you push the door open. If you want something heavier, then we've found a draught excluder that's filled with sand.Additionally, this pattern is perfect for crocheters of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced crocheter, you can enjoy creating this functional and stylish home accessory. It gets bonus points too because you can make it match your decor, and add a cosy touch to any room in your home. 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

The example photographed above (24 by 75cm prior to stuffing) was made using Aldi baby yarn in pale rose and cream – apx. 175m/83yds of each colour Also available are double-sided door snakes, which have cushioning on either side of a flat part in the middle, which slides under your door. This offers draught protection on both sides. For external doors, there are brush-style excluders that allow for natural ventilation while stopping draughts. The bristles in this type are particularly useful in those instances where the floor is uneven. Long-lasting silicone sealing tesamoll® Premium Flexible is a self-adhesive premium-quality window sealing profile made of highly flexible and weather resistant silicone. It is extremely resistant against adverse weather, UV rays and ozone and can cope with a wide temperature range between -50°C and +60°C. The outstanding qualities of this weatherproof seal by a guaranteed durability of at least 15 years.

Still looking for the perfect draught excluder to blend with your interior style? You can continue your search at the retailers below. One of the more cost-effective options on the list, this door brush draught excluder is particularly common and useful for fixing up draughty external doors. The bristles can be cut to fit against the doorframe or floor, allowing it to sweep gently when opened, without dragging across the floor. A well-fitting draught excluder is the easiest and cheapest way to stop draughts coming through your doors. 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:

For the scrappy version you may wish to join your scraps together using a magic knot before starting and/or hold your yarn double to create even more colour variation. Nothing will give you a better sense of whether something is worth buying and is cost-effective than an honest, unbiased review from a real parent. That’s why our first port of call is always the Mumsnet forums where we trawl the Talk boards to seek out recommendations and top tips from the Mumsnet community. Expert opinions One size fits all tesamoll® Premium Flexible is an extremely flexible silicone window sealing tape that can reliably seal gaps between 1 mm and 7 mm. This makes it a perfect high durability draught excluder especially suited for older windows with both small and large gaps. Draught location – Consider the location from where cool air is getting into your home. If the issue is mainly draughty windows, or draught from the side of a door, foam tape that you can cut to size and place anywhere will be the best option. One of the things I love about this pattern is its versatility. You can make it in a single color, variegated yarn, stripes, or any combination that you like. Plus, you can stuff it with traditional stuffing or use other items, like yarn and fabric scraps, for a more sustainable approach to crafting.

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Chimney draught excluder - These large draught excluders are used to insulate your chimney breast when your fire is not in use, effectively sealing a large source of heat loss whilst reducing audible wind noise too. 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. Fabric draught excluder - Usually long and chunky tubes placed in front of the door when you're settling down in a room. They prevent air loss from underneath the door frame and tend to come in attractive designs. However, they may need moving to open and close the door. A video tutorial that talks you through the basics of changing colours when using sc can be found HERE. Please be aware that further techniques (which can be found online) are required if you wish to create ‘jogless stripes’.

Portability - Does the draught excluder remain permanently installed once fitted, or does this need to be removed e.g. chimney or fabric door draught excluders? If portable, how easy is it to move around and is it likely to become cumbersome when moving around inside the home?Key details – Material: Polyester; Filling: Not specified; Dimensions: 850 x 200mm; Machine Washable: No