It took just £14 and less than 5 minutes to completely eliminate draughts around my front door — the difference it’s made is wild

Small piece of draught excluder tape blocking up gap between frame and door.

I'm currently renovating my home, which is part 1700s cottage, part 1970s extension. While much of our renovation plan involves substantial upgrades to improve its energy efficiency, there are some things that can't wait until we have the funds available or until another significant job is complete.

Take the front door, for example. I love the character and appearance of our timber front door, but it is incredibly ill-fitting. On some days you can see the daylight like a halo around it, and on a cold day, feel the draughts. Definitely not what we want at the coldest time of the year. I've used other budget-friendly measures to eliminate draughts around our house, but the front door was definitely becoming a priority.