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Floor trick can cut energy bills 13pc and raise room temperature 2C
['Neil Shaw']
Devon Live - News
Johanna Constantinou, Interior Trends Expert at Tapi said your choice of flooring could help keep energy bills down long-term, as up to 20% of heat loss in the home occurs through the floor.
Jo said: “The best type of flooring to reduce energy costs is carpet, as carpet fibres trap cold air, reducing draught and acting as a natural insulator.
The denser the pile of your carpet, the greater the thermal insulation, leading to reduced heating bills.
So, carpet, and especially wool carpet, is worth considering for long-term financial savings.
At Tapi, we use a 'TOG Rating' where 1 TOG = 0.1 R-value.”As well as considering your visible flooring, you should also look at carpet underlay too.