draft-proofing

American  

[draft-proo-fing] / ˈdræftˌpru fɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or process of minimizing or eliminating drafts, unwanted currents of cold air.

2. the material used to eliminate drafts.

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Example Sentences

If you intend to carry out any draft-proofing, do not block extractor fans, wall vents and airbricks.

From BBC

Mr. Sumby said his nonprofit was resorting to “cobbled-together solutions to help people get through the winter,” including packs with blankets, packets of hot chocolate powder and draft-proofing items.

From New York Times

Because there are so many types of properties, advice is very dependent on each home, she says, but simple steps make a difference, "like draft-proofing, closing the curtains, or turning the thermostat down".

From BBC

Relatively simple measures such as insulating lofts and draft-proofing doors and windows on a large scale would see a big drop in energy consumption.

From The Guardian

BBC engineers borrowed David's recording machine and used a mixture of digital devices and draft-proofing tape to jolt the programmes back to life - offering the rest of us the chance to hear them for the first time since the 70s.

From BBC