17million homes around the country have their thermostats set to the wrong temperature, according to experts. Having the temperature too high on your thermostat will mean your energy bills are much higher this winter.
Turning your thermostat down by 1C can save up to 10% on your yearly energy bills, the Energy Saving Trust has said. Its experts recommend heating your home to between 18c and 21c this winter, reports The Mirror.
A study by Uswitch previously found around 17million homes in the UK set their thermostat above 20C. Experts say heating your home to more than 21C is unnecessary - and will rack up your energy bills.
The World Health Organisation suggests 18C as a good temperature for healthy people, and 20C for the elderly or young people. For sleeping, experts say 18C is the best temperature.
Charity Age UK says the elderly should heat their main living area to 21C, with the rest of their home at 18C. Low temperatures are a particular issue for older generations.
If a room is less than 9C, it can cause hypothermia, according to British Gas. Similarly, if a room is below 12C, or above 24C, it can raise the risk of strokes and heart attacks.
