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The 30cm rule households can use to help heat rooms more efficiently

Experts advise households to keep at least 30cm between furniture and radiators, as the 30cm furniture rule helps warm air circulate efficiently and prevents heat from warming furniture instead of the room.
It's reported poor radiator positioning can cause a 25% loss in heating efficiency, and furniture less than 30cm from radiators may increase energy costs for households.
Radiators heat rooms through convection and radiant heat, Trade Radiators explained, requiring cool air to flow up, behind and over them; moving sofas and chairs by 20cm can speed heating.
Households can save money by using draught excluders and loft insulation, as experts warn that ignoring the 30cm rule can be costly.
In the colder winter months, households may be looking for methods to heat their home more effectively, The Herald published the guidance in partnership with USA Today and written by American colleagues.

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