What's the perfect temperature for your home heating in winter?

Here's a quick rundown of what different temperature settings mean for your body and your energy consumption:

• 24°C+: Tropical paradise, but you might as well be burning banknotes for warmth. This high temperature setting leads to excessive energy usage.

• 22-23°C: Cosy. A lovely temperature when the sun produces it for free during the Aussie summer, not so great for your electricity bill or emissions.

• 20-21°C: The Goldilocks zone. A comfortable room temperature for most, and your energy bills won't cry themselves to sleep.

• 18-19°C: A bit nippy, but throw on a jumper and you'll be right. Your bank account will thank you for this energy-saving temperature.

• Below 18°C: Brrr! Only for the brave (or those with some quality thermal underwear). While this lower temperature will certainly reduce energy use, it might be a bit too chilly for comfort.

• Layer up: Channel your inner onion and embrace the art of layering. A good jumper or Oodie can be worth its weight in gold (and is probably cheaper than cranking up the heating).

• Zone heating: Only heat the living areas you're using. There's no point in keeping your laundry at tropical temperatures unless you're breeding iguanas or growing tomatoes in there. This is an efficient way to reduce heat loss and save money. Keeping bathroom and laundry doors closed can also reduce the size of the area being warmed up and therefore the amount of energy required to heat it.

• Draught proofing: Check for any sneaky gaps letting the cold air in. It's like playing hide and seek with your heating bill. Remember, warm air rises, so sealing these gaps can significantly improve your home's energy efficiency.

• Timing is everything: Use a programmable thermostat on your air conditioning unit or heating system to start warming things up just before you wake up or get home. Your future self will high-five you for your foresight and reduced energy costs.

• Get moving: Nothing warms you up like a bit of exercise. Burning your body’s own energy generates some extremely personalised heat. It doesn’t get more efficient than that!

• Consider alternatives: On milder days, ceiling fans can be an energy-efficient way to circulate warm air. For personal warmth, an electric blanket can be a cosy and cost-effective option.

Finding your perfect temperature is a bit like dating - it might take a few tries to find 'the one'. Start at 21°C and work your way down slowly. You might be surprised at how comfortable you can be while still keeping some dollars in your pocket and reducing your carbon footprint.

So go forth, Australia, and may your homes be warm(ish) and your energy bills low. Whether you're using gas heaters, column heaters or a split system reverse cycle air conditioner, these tips can help you save energy and money. And if all else fails, try the mutually beneficial heating technique of cuddling up with a furry friend or loved one.

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