‘Naturally heats your living space’: ‘Fantastic’ hack to keep the home heated for less

“Pop your wet towels on the heaters for an hour, then when the towels feel damp, hang on the airer to dry naturally, without the need for a tumble dryer.”

This is a far cheaper way to dry towels than using a tumble dryer.

Lauren also suggested that homeowners should be strategic when it comes to using the dishwasher.

She said: “Let’s face it, no one enjoys the task of washing dishes after a meal and for many modern-day renters, a dish washer is often considered a deal breaker when selecting a new apartment.

“My top tip boils down to your dishwasher packing technique, treat it almost like a game of Tetris, fill the dishwasher as much as possible, as this will ensure it’s only used every couple of days and won’t massively impact your energy usage.