Heating experts name the one change you should never make to your radiators

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When the nights get shorter and the days get colder, you know winter is just around the corner - and it's time to crack the heating on and get the blankets out.With lots of information surrounding energy-saving circling the internet, it can be difficult to know what advice works and what doesn't.Thankfully, the experts over at Studio have debunked hacks that are actually just myths, including why you shouldn't paint your radiator black.While it is true that black attracts and absorbs heat, this is only accurate when the heat is generated through light, such as sunlight.So, there is really no point grabbing a paintbrush and ruining your radiators with black paint.

Sure, go for it for aesthetic purposes, but not for energy-saving ones.This hack can be true, but you need to check your tariff to be sure.

If you are on an Economy 7 or Economy 10 tariff, then it could be cheaper for you to run your electricals at night. However, following the Energy Price Cap tariffs, it’s more likely that this hack won’t save any money for the average household.Regardless of how you use your heating, your home's ability to retain heat and save money ultimately depends on the quality of your insulation.

So, while leaving your heating on low all day may keep you feeling toasty, it is just as expensive as blasting your heating on high for shorter periods.The idea behind this is that tin foil behind the radiator will stop heat from absorbing into the wall behind it.