How to Keep Your Home Warm & Energy Efficient

After what felt like the hottest summer in history, you’d be forgiven for forgetting that winter is fast approaching. But approach it does, and with it comes cold, dreary days, and nights that feel almost sarcastically long.

But they are not alone, for there is another dreaded thing ready to sneak up and strike the unsuspecting homeowner reaching for the thermostat. Yes, we’re talking about high energy bills.

So what are we to do? Shiver endlessly in the cold with naught but a thick woollen jumper for comfort, or let those soaring energy costs eat up next year’s holiday budget? Those hardly seem like fair options.

Thankfully, there is a third way - one that we are going to jump headfirst into today. That’s right, it is possible to keep your house warm and energy efficient. 

There are a number of methods that will help keep your home heated without draining the bank. So if you’re ready to stay toasty and energy efficient, keep reading to learn more…

The best energy efficient heating products

The problem with traditional heating systems is that so much of that warmth produced is wasted. 

One of the most effective ways to keep your home energy efficient is to ensure that your heating system provides warmth when you need it, where you need it.

With that in mind, these are our top recommendations for heating your home:

Oil filled radiators

When you want sustained, even warmth without the fuss, oil filled radiators are one of the most effective choices. 

They work by heating a sealed reservoir of thermal oil, which radiates heat through the metal fins. Because the oil retains warmth, these units continue to emit heat long after they are switched off. 

That means you don’t need to run them constantly to keep a room comfortable, which helps reduce overall energy consumption compared with inbuilt heating systems. 

Because there’s no fan, oil filled radiators are whisper-quiet, making them ideal for bedrooms, home offices or living rooms where background noise is unwelcome. 

The heat is gentle and even, avoiding the hot spots and draughts often associated with fan-forced units, and the cast-finned design spreads warmth across a wider surface area for a pleasant, consistent ambient temperature. 

For households that want low-maintenance warmth, oil filled radiators are robust, require no topping up and are easy to wheel from room to room. And if you’re looking for the best, you want Morphy Richards.

Our oil filled radiators bring those practical strengths together with useful modern controls. The HeatFlux range includes digital displays and programmable timers that let you set operating periods, so the radiator only runs when you need it. 

Remote control options mean you can preheat a room from the sofa, or programme overnight setback without having to get up, while thermostatic regulation maintains a steady temperature rather than cycling the heater on and off repeatedly. 

Our models are available in different power ratings so you can match capacity to room size. Built-in safety features and stable bases make them family-friendly, and the three-year warranty gives confidence in long-term reliability. 

If you’re looking to add a portable, energy-conscious layer of warmth that lasts beyond the plug being pulled, HeatFlux 2.5kw Digital Oil Filled Radiator with Remote Control is the perfect choice.

Fan heaters

When you have the need for immediate, directed warmth, a fan heater is the obvious choice.

Where oil filled radiators are slow and steady, fan heaters are the masters of rapid warm-up. They draw air across a heated element and push that warmed air into the room, producing a noticeable rise in temperature within minutes. 

Because fan heaters deliver heat quickly, you can use them intermittently rather than relying on whole-house heating, which can cut energy consumption when you only need to heat a single occupied space. 

When used sensibly, an electric heater is an efficient complement to your main heating system, providing that much-needed boost when and where you want it. The Morphy Richards HeatFlux fan heater range is designed for that precise use case. 

Our models feature ceramic heating elements for fast heat-up and stable temperature delivery, and several units include remote control and digital displays for convenient operation. 

The compact design makes them easy to place in spots where a boost of heat is most effective, and safety features such as tip-over and overheat cut-outs make them suitable for homes with pets or children. 

Some models combine fan-assisted convection with oscillation to speed distribution without excessive noise, while energy-saving modes limit power draw when full output is unnecessary. 

For anyone who prefers to heat only occupied rooms and wants instant, controllable warmth, HeatFlux 2kw Upright Fan Heater with Remote Control offers a speedy solution.

Electric throws

When you want to get cosy on the couch, there is no better companion than a heated throw.

By focusing heat directly where it’s needed, an electric blanket keeps you perfectly snug, while keeping your thermostat low. Because the energy is targeted to a small area and the heat-up time is typically very fast, throws can be far more economical for evening lounging than attempting to warm a whole room. 

Modern electric throws are available in soft fleece and plush finishes that feel luxurious while providing several temperature settings and safety timers, so warmth can be enjoyed without worry. 

For people who suffer cold extremities, enjoy long TV nights or want a portable layer of warmth that travels from sofa to armchair, an electric throw is a highly pragmatic garment-like heater.

The Morphy Richards’ EverCosy range has large and small fleece options in a variety of colours, each offering multiple heat settings and rapid heat-up, so you feel the benefit almost immediately. 

Auto-shutoff timers give you peace of mind and help avoid unnecessary energy use, while machine-washable designs with detachable controllers make care straightforward. Made from soft flannel fleece and are complemented by plush inner quilting for a cosy feel, the combination of fast heat distribution and user-friendly controls makes them an easy, energy-aware addition to winter evenings. 

If you want to stay snug without running the central heating for hours, the Morphy Richards EverCosy Large Luxury Striped Fleece Electric Heated Throw is simple to use and easy to live with.

Electric heat pads

When you need some therapeutic heat relief, an electric heat pad is a must. 

Unlike room heaters, electric heat pads concentrate heat on a small area of the body. This makes them ideal for easing tense muscles, soothing lower-back ache, or providing pre-bedtime warmth that helps relaxation without raising the temperature of the entire room. 

They are compact and portable, so you can use one on the sofa, at your desk or take it on the go. Multiple heat levels and rapid heat-up options provide precise control over the intensity and duration of warmth. 

Because they use relatively low power and warm a small area directly, heat pads are typically far more economical to run than whole-room heaters for the specific purpose of personal comfort. 

The psychological benefit of immediate, local warmth can also reduce the temptation to crank up central heating, helping to keep household energy use down. Morphy Richards’ electric heat pads are built with those practicalities in mind. 

Our EverCosy heat pads provide three temperature settings and a fast warm-up so you get relief quickly. Their compact form makes them easy to position where you need it, and the materials are chosen for comfort and durability. 

Overheat protection and simple-to-use detachable controllers allow you to use the pads with reassurance, while the portability makes them ideal for moving between rooms as your day progresses. 

If you want an energy-efficient route to personal comfort and therapeutic warmth, the Morphy Richards EverCosy Electric Heat Pad is an excellent, efficient option that reduces the need to heat entire rooms for short-term relief.

Heated under blankets

Heated under blankets are the stealthy, energy-smart way to start and end your day warm. 

By pre-warming the bed itself rather than the whole bedroom, an under blanket lets you tuck into a warm mattress without needing to run central heating through the night. 

This targeted approach delivers two practical benefits. You feel warm instantly when you get into bed, and the rest of the room can remain at a lower temperature, both of which reduce energy consumption. 

Under blankets are particularly useful for those who like a very warm sleeping surface but prefer cooler ambient air for sleeping, and for anyone who wants to cut down on heating costs without sacrificing comfort. 

The Morphy Richards’ EverCosy electric under blankets are the perfect solution. Available in single, double, king, and super king sizes, they feature pre-heat functions and detachable controllers that make cleaning straightforward.

Adjustable timers allow pre-heating before bedtime and automatic shut-off gives reassurance through the night, while waterproof safety wiring and robust construction meet practical safety expectations. 

The comfort-focused materials and even heat distribution make them excellent at delivering that first-warm feeling without wasting energy warming the entire room. 

If you love getting into a snuggly, warm bed on an evening, the Morphy Richards EverCosy Premium Fleece Heated Electric Under Blanket is exactly what you need.

Stay warm this winter with Morphy Richards

There are a great many options to keep your home warm this winter, and with Morphy Richards, you can keep it energy efficient too.

When you buy direct from Morphy Richards, you’ll benefit from a two-year warranty (with an extra year of warranty for free when you register your heater with us).

We also offer free shipping and flexible payment options that let you spread the cost of your new portable air conditioner.  

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