Use Magnets to Winter-Proof Your Home
Keeping your home warm during the winter months can be tough, especially if you live in a spacious home. The good news is that there are a few tricks homeowners can use to keep the cold out and possibly lower the heating costs. Here are a few ways you can winter-proof your home.
Magnetic Window Covers
Insulating windows is one of the easiest ways you can keep cold air from entering your home. Some people may use hard-to-manage plastic wrap or another material that is difficult to hang. However, you can make the process easier by creating magnetic covers for windows.Supplies
All you need is:- Glue
- Magnetic paint
- Neodymium magnets, such as 3/8" x 3/8" x 1/8" block magnets
- Clear vinyl or thick plastic
Instructions
- Paint your window trim with several layers of magnetic paint, so that the magnets easily stick to the window pane.
- Cut the vinyl to a size that covers the window
- Glue magnets to the outside of the vinyl and cover the window.