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Today's picks: the heating is on — 5 small things that help

Updated today · by Maninder

Most flats in Germany turn the heating on in October. That's when the questions start: why is the bedroom wet, why is the bill so high, where do I get diyas for Diwali? Here are five small things that help this week.

For the flat

Thermo-hygrometer

Shows humidity. Above 60% for hours = open the windows. The cheapest way to stop mould before it starts.

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Door draught stopper

Keeps the warm room warm and the cold air out of the bedroom.

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Not sure how much airing is enough? Our mould guide has a free humidity checker.

For you

Thermal underwear

The warm layer under your clothes. Better than one very thick jacket.

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For Diwali (Sunday 8 November)

LED diyas

Safe on the window sill in a rented flat — no flame to watch.

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Rangoli colours

A nice afternoon with the kids, the weekend before Diwali.

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Order early. Diwali is on a Sunday and shops in Germany are closed that day. More tips in our Diwali 2026 guide.

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