Installing window treatments are the smartest way to save energy consumption. They are proven to make you energy bills dramatically go down especially from heater and air-conditioning during winter and summer months. They provide insulation during the cold winter months as well as keep away the heat during the summer. The benefits of preventing the sun’s heat during hot summer seasons include, reduced energy consumption, lower energy bills, less fading of your interior furnishings and a more steady and comfortable temperature inside your home.
The energy efficiency of window coverings is measured in R-values, like insulation. The higher the R-value, the more it will protect your home from heat loss; making your rooms comfortably warmer. When looking for window treatments that will block out the hot sun, you’ll want to consider the “shading coefficient” of different alternatives. The Shading Coefficient is a measure of the ability of the window treatment to lessen the solar heat gain. The lower the number, the less solar heat will enter your home and the lower your energy bills will be.
There are several window treatments available in the market today that are energy-efficient. Honeycomb cell shades or Duettes and wood/faux wood blinds are the best in conserving energy rather than roller shades and aluminum blinds. Cellular or honeycomb construction. The cells of a honeycomb shade really trap the cold air, decreasing the intensity of the temperature as it goes in the room. And this, in turn, helps lessen the amount of heat that’s drawn to your windows. Honeycomb shades have R-values between 2.0 and 4.8, and shading co-efficient between 0.44 and 0.21.
Other window treatments that are energy efficient are window quilts, draperies, roman shades, hardwood shutters and wood blinds. Window quilts offer air and moisture-tight fabric along with 4-sided seals. Draperies and Roman Shades can be thermally lined to increase efficiency depending on fabric, lining and pleating. Hardwood shutters and wood blinds are proven to be effective too in energy conservation because of its insulating capabilities.
Shy Blinds is a window fashion expert distributing products that are energy efficient. They provide professional solution and quality service, together with their reputable supplier, to meet every need in window treatments. Shy Blinds have a team of experts to help you with your inquiries. Covering the Gold Coast, Shy Blinds’ team offers a range of products that are energy efficient. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au
