Clothes for people who live in a cold home
Short answer: If you live in a cold home, layer on layer with soft, dry materials next to the skin is the best solution. Combine it with warm socks, a blanket and clothes that do not squeeze and let the cold in.
Cold indoors is an everyday challenge
Many people live in homes that are hard to heat, because they are poorly insulated, have large windows or an unlucky position. Cold indoors affects comfort and sleep, and it is hard to relax when you are freezing. Even if you can do something about the home itself, clothes are what you can change at once. Good layers give you warmth without turning up the heating.
Three layers indoors
Use the same principles as outdoors: an inner layer, a middle layer and an outer layer. The innermost should be soft and dry so that it holds warmth close to the skin. See bamboo underwear for men. The middle layer can be a wool jumper or a fleece, and the outer layer a cardigan or a blanket you wrap around you. Each layer traps air, and air is what insulates.
Long underwear beneath everyday clothes
Long underwear is a simple way to get extra warmth without changing the whole wardrobe. It sits close and thin under the trousers and adds almost no bulk. See bamboo long johns. Choose a cut that ends at the ankle and a quality that does not bunch at the knees. If your legs are cold when you sit, this is often where extra clothing helps most.
Copenhagen Bamboo
Under Copenhagen Bamboo you will find clothes gathered for browsing, so you can compare styles and fabrics. Always check the product description and the measurements and choose according to your own needs and your home. If you are unsure what suits a cold home, ask customer service. Try a single piece first and then build on it once you know what works for you.
Feet, hands and head
The cold is felt fastest at the feet, hands and head. Warm socks, preferably two thin pairs instead of one thick, help a lot, and slippers with soles keep the cold of the floor away. A thin hat can make a difference if you sit still. Fingerless gloves are practical if you work at a computer. Do not let the socks become too tight, because that restricts circulation and can make the feet colder.
Damp and ventilation
In cold homes damp can quickly become a problem, because cold air holds less moisture and water can settle on cold walls. Air the rooms briefly and effectively, avoid drying laundry indoors if you can, and check that no mould forms. Clothes that have absorbed moisture feel cold, so make sure they dry completely before they go in the wardrobe.
Frequently asked questions
How do I keep warm in a cold home without turning up the heating
Use several thin layers, warm socks and a blanket. Long johns under your trousers and a soft base layer give extra warmth.
Why do clothes feel cold when I put them on
They may be damp or have been lying in a cold room. Store clothes in a dry place, and lay them over a radiator before wearing if you like.
Where on the body do I lose the most heat
The head, hands and feet feel cold fastest. A hat, gloves and warm socks therefore make a big difference.
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