Parasene Superwarm 4 Paraffin Heater

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The North Face fleeces are a classic, and with good reason – they last for years and are thoughtfully designed. The newly-launched and well-priced TKA Glacier fleece is an easy choice if you’re after a versatile fleece you can wear in all seasons, and we love its retro styling.

Don't buy it if: you really want to layer on the warmth. This 13.5 tog duvet is plenty snuggly enough, but we think the wool and down options just pip it to the post in terms of cosiness. That said, this synthetic option is far easier to care for as it's machine washable and can be tumble dried on a low heat setting. Emily Attwood, founder of sleep-brand scooms agrees, ''We’d always advise a 9 tog to 13.5 tog for the winter months as this is ideal and will keep you warm. If your house is always on the warmer side, then a 9 tog duvet would probably suit you better throughout the winter months, and you wouldn’t want to go any higher. This will prevent you from overheating which can disrupt your sleep.' Whether you want a warmer winter duvet to keep you snug as temperatures plummet, you're fed up with overheating during the night and are looking for a more breathable duvet, or your budget buy is past its best and you're looking to invest in a duvet that will add some real luxury to bedtime, we've rounded up the best duvets to shop in this guide. Best winter duvets

Buy it if: you're looking for luxury as well as warmth. No duvet fill feels quite as sumptuous as down, and this 90% Hungarian goose-down and 10% goose feather option is one of the best. It's super warm, drapes beautifully, and feels super luxurious. The all-seasons option also offers brilliant versatility; use the 4.5 and 9.0 duvets separately in warmer seasons and combine when the evenings start to drop in temperature to create 13.5 togs of winter warmth. Plus, although it's an investment, the all-seasons design means you'll also be kitted out with cooler tog duvets for spring, summer and autumn. Why you can trust Ideal Home Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test. Whether you're looking for a parka to withstand wintry dog walks or a pop of colour to brighten up the dark and dreary school run, we’ve found the best warm coats and cosy waterproofs, as well as some stylish faux fur and down coats too, as recommended by fashionable (and warm) Mumsnet users. Best winter coats for women 2023: at a glance As the days get shorter, darker and colder, we all inevitably start to rummage around in our wardrobes looking for extra layers to keep us warm. And while an extra jumper is the most obvious go-to once the cold hits, knitwear can be quite bulky and uncomfortable even when going about our day-to-day errands. However, there is a better option: thermal underwear.

Using Heatgen Plus technology, this thermal top retains the heat that’s generated by your body. Its snug fit also means bulkiness won’t be an issue once you’ve added a second layer over it. Read more in our guide to what tog duvet to buy as well as finding out when is the right time to switch to a summer duvet. What size duvet do I need? Spend some time looking for a new duvet and you'll soon realise there are a whole host of duvet fillings available. From hollow fibre to goose down, synthetic to natural, the array of terms and materials can fast become a little overwhelming. That said, personally, we think 13.5 tog remains one of the best winter duvet weights, with some finding 15 tog can retain heat a little too much during the night and lead to overheating. There are two main considerations when shopping for thermal underwear. It’s important that this innermost layer fits like a second skin and that it’s made from materials that won’t irritate. This may sound daunting, but it’s easy to find thermal underwear that meets both your needs and your budget. Below we explore the key considerations when purchasing good-quality thermal underwear, while also listing the best thermal underwear available to buy now.

With only 5% wool they’re largely synthetic, but they remain soft, they wash well, and we didn’t experience any bunching or pressure points during an 8km walk. The toe-box section is quite large, so those with skinny feet may want to try before they buy, but we were impressed given the bargain price.