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Energy Expert Recommends Cling Film on Windows as Cheap Winter Insulation

This is presented as a temporary measure for hard-to-heat glazing rather than a like-for-like upgrade.

Overview

  • Stephen Hankinson of Electric Radiators Direct advises applying cling film to the inside of window panes to trap an insulating air layer.
  • He directs households to prioritise windows, citing estimates that they account for roughly 20% of a room’s heat loss.
  • The approach is described as most useful for single‑glazed windows and highly glazed spaces such as conservatories or orangeries.
  • It is framed as a very low-cost alternative to official insulating films that may trim bills but cannot match triple glazing, with no independent savings data provided.
  • Application guidance includes measuring and cleaning the glass, choosing a warm dry day, smoothing the film carefully, and checking for a tight seal without gaps.