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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sam Wylie-Harris

Expert tips to bring warmth and harmony to your home

Create a cosy environment (Sophie Allport/PA) -

One of the luxuries of living in a listed or period property are the decorative features such as a fireplace, tiled flooring or stylish sash windows.

But compared to a new build or modern apartment, what you gain in aesthetics you sometimes lose in warmth – namely double glazing, insulation and better sealing around windows and doors.

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