Energy Efficient Window Shades Can Help Save Money During the Summer

How To Save Money This Summer with Energy-Efficient Window Shades

Did you know that how you approach your windows and window treatments could save you some cash this summer? As summer heats up, you may be spending more and more money regulating the temperature in your home (or you’re being forced to sweat in the heat). If you are struggling to stay comfortable during the summer months without spending outrageous sums on cooling costs, your windows may be a big part of the problem. 

 

The Cool Air in Your Home Absorbs the Heat from Outside: It’s Science

 

Did you know the air in your home (all that cold air your AC worked so hard to crank out) absorbs the heat from outside? It’s a natural phenomenon through which nature attempts to equalize the two temperatures: the hot temperature outside your home, and the cooler temperature inside your home. The cooler air is heavier, so it sinks to the ground, and warm air rises, bringing it in contact with the windows of your home. Sunshine and UV light also play a role in making sure your AC has plenty to do during the summer months. 

 

Limit the Vicious Cycle and Save Money with Energy Efficient Window Treatments: 

 

Did you know that windows have the lowest insulation value of any element in your home? A whopping 50% of solar heat enters a room through the windows (while 40% escapes through them). If you are looking for good window blinds and shades that can help block out the heat and keep the cool air in, we have a few reliable recommendations for you: 

 

Recommended Energy Efficient Window Blinds and Shades: 

  • Premier 7/16” Light Filtering Double Cell Shades: The double cell shade design traps air and acts as a barrier against heat gain in the summer (and cold airflow in the winter). Free Top Down-Bottom Up feature increases the shade’s efficiency as your control of the flow of natural light into the room is increased. Cellular shades in general area good idea for rooms that are hard to cool down, such as rooms with vaulted ceilings, large windows, heat-generating appliances like TVs, stoves, or dryers. Cellular shades offer varying light control options. Light filtering cellular shades allow you to gently soften light or enhance privacy and darkness with room-darkening fabric. And two-in-one Day/Night style cellular shades will enable you to do both.
  • Deluxe 3/8” Blackout Double Cell Shades: The blackout feature allows you to significantly darken your room (up to 85% more), and the double cell construction offers increased insulation and sound absorption. The Top Down-Bottom Up option and home automation compatible with Alexa/Google Home are two of the most popular add-ons for this energy-efficient window shade.
  • Sunlera Sun Screen Shades (1%, 3%, 5%, 10%, and 14%)This option is ideal for light control/blocking without blocking the view. While these popular sunscreen shades reduce block sunlight to reduce heat gain and lower your cooling costs during the summer, they also help prevent fading of upholstery, carpets, flooring, and art, and minimize the glare on TVs and other screens. Depending on the sunscreen fabric choice, Sunlera Sun Screen Shades block 80-97% of the sun’s rays, while maintaining natural light and allowing you to enjoy the window’s view.

 

How can you keep your house cool this summer without dipping into savings? It could be as easy as updating your window shades. Energy-efficient shades block outdoor heat from coming into your home and keep cooled air from escaping through your windows – providing year-round comfort. Find more energy-efficient window shade options at BlindsChalet.com.

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About Lexi Westingate

Lexi Westingate is an interior designer and writer. She graduated from the American Institute of Interior Design in 2007 and has been working with Blinds Chalet ever since. During her time in school, she worked with several interior design companies locally in Scottsdale, Arizona in order to accelerate her learning and gain experience. This proved to be valuable as she learned important design techniques for both residential and commercial properties. Her passions include: interior design, window treatments, writing, photography, history, gardening, yoga and shopping.

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