During the colder months, it can be difficult to keep your home warm and cosy.
Rising energy bills mean that a lot of people simply can't afford to have the heating on, and those without double-glazed windows are especially susceptible to the cold.
Around 18 percent of heat in the home is lost through the windows, according to experts at Safestyle - so it's important to sort out any problem areas if you want to stay warm and make your heating more efficient.
The Mirror reports that one window tip was recently shared by Clive Holland, a former builder who's now a broadcaster for tradesperson station Fix Radio.
According to him, all you need to make your own "bargain" version of double-glazing is a simple £3 sheet of plastic which can be placed over any draughty windows, keeping mould at bay as well.
And it couldn't be simpler to do. In an interview with the Sun, Clive said: "Begin by cleaning the surface, so you have no mould. Then cut the plastic sheet to the right size and smooth it along the frame.
"At first, it will look saggy and horrible. But don’t worry about this, just make sure you have a really good seal. Once you take the hairdryer to it, it will shrink back into position.
"It’s such a simple technique, but it’s really effective. It will wrap the window so tightly, it will prevent any warmth from leaving through cracks. It will also stop any moisture from building up."
After a couple of weeks you might notice that the film has become wrinkly, so Clive recommends giving it another once-over with the hairdryer to sort it out.
Although any material can be used for the second layer of glazing, as long as it's transparent and airtight, Clive warns against using regular cling film, which he says is too thin and won't hold out when blasted with a hairdryer.
You can pick up home window insulation kits on Amazon, with some kits priced as low as just £3.
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