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Five snug & chic ways to winter-proof your home
Mumbai: As winter approaches, it’s time to transform your living space into a cozy respite from the cold season. From practical tips to stylish decor ideas, this listicle offers a curated guide to help you prepare your home for the winter months. Get ready to turn your home into a winter wonderland with these five essential hacks.
Invest in warm bedding essentials
Keeping your bedroom warm and toasty during the winter season for a comfortable space to rest in. Innovate your bedding essentials with temperature control bedsheets. myTrident’s latest temperature-controlled bed sheets – the 37.5 thermal comfort range are designed to adapt to the fluctuating temperatures of your body, ensuring you stay comfortably warm without feeling too hot or cold, promising you a restful and cozy escape from the winter chill during the day and while you sleep.
Embrace the power of winter plants
Bring a touch of nature indoors with winter-friendly plants. Not only do they add a pop of greenery to your living space, but certain plants, like evergreens and poinsettias, can thrive in colder temperatures. Additionally, indoor plants contribute to better air quality and boost your overall well-being during the winter months.
Warm lighting is a winter gift
Embrace the shorter days of winter by harnessing the power of cozy lighting to infuse warmth into your living space. Opt for semi-opaque lampshades or switch to bulbs with a warmer color temperature for a subtle, comforting radiance. Create a warm and inviting atmosphere in your home by adding soft lighting with candles or fairy lights, and create a dedicated space for relaxing activities like reading or watching movies.
Opt for thicker curtains
Elevate both the warmth and style of your home this winter by incorporating thicker curtains into your decor. These will act as a barrier against the cold, preventing heat from escaping and keeping your living spaces snug. Opt for curtains made from heavy, dense fabrics to maximize their thermal efficiency. To seamlessly integrate functionality with chic aesthetics, consider layering curtains for a luxurious, textured look.
The magic of rugs and carpets
One often underestimated yet effective way to keep your home snug during the colder months is by embracing the magic of rugs and carpets. Opt for thick, plush rugs in key areas like the living room or bedroom to maximize insulation. Consider earthy colors and rich textures to evoke a cozy ambiance. Not only will your home be physically warmer, but the visual warmth will elevate your living space throughout the winter season.
Prepare your home for the winter season with these simple yet effective tips, and you’ll be ready to embrace the colder months with open arms. From upgrading your bedding essentials to adding thicker curtains to your decor, these hacks will ensure you stay warm, cozy, and content all winter long.
Brands
Kwality Wall’s reports standalone losses following strategic HUL demerger
Ice cream major faces Rs 64 crore Ebitda loss amid commodity inflation and muted Q3 sales
MUMBAI: Kwality Wall’s (India) Limited (KWIL) has released its first set of financial results as a standalone entity, revealing a challenging start to its independent journey. Following its successful demerger from Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) on 1st December 2025 and its subsequent listing on 16th February 2026, the company is navigating a transition period marked by structural changes and high input costs.
For the quarter ended 31st December 2025, the company reported revenue of Rs 222 crores. Despite the revenue base, the bottom line was impacted by several factors, resulting in an Ebitda loss of Rs 64.2 crores. When calculated on a Pre-IND AS 116 basis, the Ebitda loss stood at Rs 83.8 crores.
Organic Sales Growth (OSG) declined by 6.5 per cent year-on-year during the quarter. Volume growth, however, saw a marginal increase of 1.2 per cent. The company reported a gross margin of 41.5 per cent. Additionally, exceptional expenses amounting to Rs 94 crores were recorded, primarily linked to non-recurring costs during the transition phase.
Performance across portfolios and channels was mixed. Within the impulse portfolio, brands such as Magnum and Cornetto recorded mid-single digit volume growth, indicating steady demand in on-the-go consumption. However, the in-home portfolio, which includes take-home packs, experienced muted consumption. The company is planning a relaunch of this category with improved offerings ahead of the 2026 season.
Quick commerce (Q-Com) continued to emerge as a strong growth driver, delivering robust double-digit growth during the quarter. Meanwhile, the company also expanded its physical distribution network by increasing the number of company-owned cabinets across markets.
Margin pressure during the quarter was driven by a combination of one-off factors and broader cost inflation. Gross margins were impacted by around 600 basis points due to trade investments made for stock liquidation. Additionally, cocoa price inflation contributed to another 400 basis points of pressure on margins.
Deputy managing director Chitrank Goel attributed the muted performance partly to prolonged monsoons and transitional challenges linked to the GST framework. Operating expenses also increased as the company invested in establishing its standalone supply chain, operational systems and corporate infrastructure following the demerger.
Looking ahead, the management remains focused on a volume-driven growth strategy. To restore profitability, the company has initiated a cost productivity programme aimed at reducing non-consumer-facing costs. It is also working on building regional manufacturing networks to optimise logistics expenses and improve operational efficiency.
The commodity outlook for the near term remains mixed. Dairy prices are expected to remain firm due to tight supply conditions and rising fodder costs. Sugar prices may also move higher following increases in the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). While cocoa prices have moderated recently, currency depreciation has offset some of the potential cost relief for the company.
