Energy Efficient Window Treatments - Energy Conservation Tips From Blinds ChaletEnergy efficient window treatments can translate into considerable utility bill savings. Though windows can be an attractive feature in any home, they can also account for 10% to 25% of a family's heating bill. ...
more Honeycomb Cellular Shades Are One Of Many Energy Efficient Window ShadesHoneycomb cellular shades can be a great window shade that is both aestheically pleasing and conserves energy during both winter and summer. Window blinds do make a difference. Blind Chalet has created an energy calculator to give customers an idea of the savings your home could receive based on your square footage....
more Blackout Window Shades See Rise in Popularity During Summer Months.Blackout Window Shades have become the must-have
window blinds for the summer time. These blinds block light and heat, reducing fading from UV rays and glare and eye strain from computer screens. Below are a variety of the types of blackout blinds available on the market and the benefits of each one:...
more Top Five Window Treatments for NurseriesBringing home a newborn baby is a life-changing moment. Parents want to offer their children the best life possible, and that starts with setting up a room that will offer comfort, calmness and a peaceful atmosphere. Everything from the color of the paint, to ceiling fans to window treatments can affect mood.
Window treatments are especially important in nurseries because they can help control glare, adjust direct or indirect sunlight, provide insulation and more. ...
more Window Blinds and Shades Suited To Desert EnvironmentsWith one of the hottest summers in years sweeping the nation, people are looking for ways to stay cool in the summer heat. Window treatments are an easy, inexpensive way to help cut air-conditioning costs and to get a little relief from the sun. Below are some of the
best blinds for desert living. Get relief from the heat immediately by ordering window treatments and blinds that have one or two-day production times....
more Express Production Window Shades and BlindsDesigners aren’t the only ones who want window shades and blinds and want them now. People putting their house on the market may need window shades and blinds in order to increase their resale value of the home. If you’re having a wedding anniversary party, or other celebration and want to replace torn or worn window treatments, then you probably need express production window shades and blinds....
more Energy Efficient ShadesWith winter coming, many people are looking for energy efficient window treatments to help save money on energy bills. There are a variety of energy efficient window treatments that work to different degrees. Below are a few of the most popular
energy efficient shades....
more Best Noise Reduction ShadesMany people face challenges of noisy neighbors, trains, traffic, airplanes and more. For those who want a little peace and quiet in their homes, noise reduction shades are a perfect remedy. ...
more Green Window TreatmentsMany people ask if there are ways to incorporate eco-friendly window treatments into their home design and still have a stylish appearance. There are. Bamboo offers and exotic flair to homes, while roller and solar shades give a subtle polished appearance to a room.
Cell shades are probably the most plain as far as design goes, but the selection of rich, neutral colors are a great compliment to any room....
more Cordless Blinds Remove Risks of Strangulation and Death for Children.Every year children die or are injured from dangling cords attached to
window treatments, blinds and shades. The threat comes from kids or pets playing near window treatments where they can become entangled in the cord. While organizations are set up to help educate parents about this issue, we don’t think there can be enough information about children’s safety....
more Window Treatment Solutions for SeniorsLooking for window treatment solutions for seniors? Some blinds and shades are heavy, difficult to operate or have thin cords that can be problematic to grip. However, there are window treatments out there that provide ease of use. As people age, some may suffer from arthritis and other age related conditions. Opening and closing blinds shouldn’t be difficult for anyone of any age. As such, we have compiled a list of window treatments that are easy to operate, lightweight and still stylish....
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Window Treatments for GreenhousesGreenhouses are incredible sources of light and warmth in the winter. However, winter nights, even with double paned windows can suck the warmth right out of the house. In the summertime without appropriate
window treatments, greenhouse windows can literally cook a house, spiking the need for air conditioning and fans that drain precious energy resources....
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Blackout Shades for Theater Room Or Bedroom Window TreatmentsBlackout shades are great for bedroom or theater room window treatments. Room darkening blinds or blackout shades can often be added to shades like honeycomb shades, roman shads, room darkening soft sheer shades or bamboo shades....
more Window Pull Down Shades for Mother’s DayMothers can be hard to buy for. Depending on your budget, window pull down shades might be the perfect gift for your mom. Mother’s Day is just around the corner and many companies are offering discounts on their products. The differentiating factor between window treatments and any other gift is window treatments will last. They will be a daily reminder to mom of how much she’s loved. ...
more Custom Window Treatment Manufacturers Vs. Mega-Chain StoresMega stores move into town. They offer lower prices and wider selections than mom and pop stores and suddenly the mom and pop stores close down, taking money out of the local economy and sending it to multi-billion dollar corporations. Before you start spending your money in a mega-store, consider what smaller stores that specialize in a specific product have to offer. When it comes to window treatments would you rather have cheap, or would you rather have quality at discount prices with blinds that fit the exact specifications of your window? Here are a few reasons to shop at
on-line custom window treatment stores....
more How To Layer Window TreatmentsWindow layers can improve the insulation in a home as well as creating an atmosphere that works through the cold winter months as well as the balmiest summer days. It’s not practical for people to change out their window treatments with every season; it’s costly and window treatments can take up a lot of storage space, not to mention the time and effort it takes to hang and dismantle blinds and shades. Here are a few tips for layering window treatments to create effective and elegant blinds and shades that can work in any season....
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Honeycomb Shades Glossary TermsHoneycomb shades are excellent insulators. The unique cellular fabric design allows the shades to absorb heat and sound. Some commonly used window treatment terminology is used to explain the details and degrees of energy efficiency. ...
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Energy Efficient Window CoveringsWith
energy efficient window coverings, the fact is that any type of window covering is better than no window coverings at all when if comes to energy conservation. Not all window coverings are created equal however at conserving energy. But any window treatment can help lower energy costs and sometimes by hundreds of dollars per year. Blinds Chalet has created a simple tool to calculate how much window coverings save. Simply enter your home size and calculate which are the best energy efficient shades....
more Insulated Window Treatments That Curb NoiseUse
insulated window treatments if you live next to a busy highway, have noisy neighbors, or just want to reduce noise inside your home. The lack of doors, window coverings, and partitions can help noise travel throughout the house. Window treatments can greatly reduce sound both from outside the home and from within....
more Insulated Window Shades Save Money and EnergyComforTrack Honeycomb Shades are possibly the best insulating shades on the market. 50% of heat loss or heat gain happens through windows. Replacing windows can be costly and require construction costs and the hiring of professionals to install them. This is why consumers are turning to window blinds to help insulate their homes.
Insulated window blinds are easy to install....
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