Indoor proper temperature & How to save on heating bills in winter

The weather has suddenly gotten cold, and the cold weather has lasted for a long time. Gas and electricity bills have risen a lot, so you must be worried about heating bills. I will introduce you to how to spend warm winter while saving heating costs.

Indoor proper temperature

The proper temperature indoors in winter is 20 to 22 degrees. However, the proper indoor temperature in winter recommended by the Korea Energy Agency is 18-20 degrees.

18 to 20 degrees Celsius may make you feel a little cool, but if it's too high, you can't avoid dryness.

Therefore, dressing warmly and maintaining proper temperature and humidity can be good for your health.

Indoor proper humidity

The proper indoor humidity in winter is 40-60%. 

If you want to know the exact humidity, it is also recommended to have a hygrometer. In the case of hygrometers on the market these days, digital numbers accurately indicate temperature and humidity.

This is because the importance of maintaining proper humidity in winter has a great influence on the respiratory system.

The body's mucus prevents penetration from external bacteria or dust into the respiratory tract, and proper humidity can maintain this proper mucus.

How to save on heating costs 

1. Blocking the draft

Preventing the draft from entering the gap between the windows and preventing the indoor heat stored during heating is the most important key to improving heating efficiency in winter.

It is also an effective way to attach curtains or blinds to windows, close gaps that are relatively inexpensive and easy to install, and attach insulation air caps. However, it is recommended to install curtains that can be opened and closed in the sunny space because it can cover the warm sunlight coming in during the day, and to use an insulating air cap or an insulating spray in the place where it is not sunny.

2. Utilize lugs and carpets

It is a good way to save heating costs because laying rugs or carpets on the floor delivers heat to the floor in a short period of time and keeps the floor warm for a long time.

3. Using a humidifier

Dry air takes a long time to diffuse heat. On the other hand, when the humidity is high, heat is transferred quickly, propelling air circulation and spreading the warm warmth of the floor quickly. Heating costs increase by about 15% every time the room temperature rises from 18-20 degrees to 20 degrees to 1 degree, especially when the heating is turned off and restarted.

Also, it is said that setting the indoor temperature to a lower temperature of 1 degree can save 7% of energy consumption.

Proper humidity 40-60% When the boiler is turned on in winter, the room becomes dry. If the indoor humidity is maintained at 40-60%, heat transfer can be accelerated and indoor temperature can be increased quickly. It is recommended to use a humidifier or wet towel to maintain humidity as well as temperature.