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Use natural light as an alternative to electricity, designer says

Owners of Morco caravan water heaters may like to make their mobile homes more energy efficient by making the most of natural light in the daytime.


Oliverheath.com, a website which offers advice on how best to design a living space with sustainable methods, suggested that skylights and large windows which allow in more daylight are most energy efficient.


Well-placed van devices which do not obstruct the windows from inside or outside will also enable more natural light in, reducing the need for electrically powered fixtures through the day.


Oliver Heath, director of the company, said: "You can bounce natural light off window sills and window frames into the room, that's good and the use of light colours [is also important]."


He added that encouraging the entry of natural light is important for sustainability and will provide lower household bills for property owners.


PATH mentioned that a well-designed home can maximise natural lighting without compromising energy efficiency.