Use Window Treatments to Help Keep Your Home Cool
Tired of summer’s heat? Tired of spending too much on air-conditioning? Lots of folks around Jensen Beach are looking to keep their homes cool. At Treasure Coast Window Fashions, we’re passionate about helping people find solutions to all their window treatment needs—and that includes finding ways to ensure as little hot air seeps into a home as possible. Read on for our thoughts and be sure to contact one of our representatives to see some options up close.
Reducing Heat
The heat of summer days can turn any home from a relaxing haven to an oven because of the sun coming through the windows. One resource for combatting it is air-conditioning, but that can become a very expensive proposition. However, the right heat-controlling window fashions can help keep your rooms cooler while not relying too much on the air conditioner—and at the same time, those treatments can protect your furniture from harmful UV rays. Window treatments specifically designed for heat control can help block or reflect the outside temps while transforming your home into an inviting retreat. Here are some of the best options for controlling heat:
- Cellular Shades. Cellular shades have a unique honeycomb structure that creates air pockets that insulate at the window, reducing the amount of heat through your windows. Hunter Douglas offers Duette® Cellular shades, which are known for their energy efficiency; they can block the sun’s heat, keeping outdoor air out while helping indoor air stay in. Duette Honeycomb Shades work great in any window type and are one of the best options for specialty shapes, odd sizes of window, and skylights.
- Shutters. For an adjustable option, shutters let you tilt the slats to control the amount of light and heat entering the room. Timeless and elegant, some shutters can actually help with resale value when you go to move from your home. They’re available in numerous colors or stains, so you can match them easily to your décor, and their stylish look will last, even if you change your room’s aesthetic.
- Solar Shades. Solar shades help block UV rays, which helps protect furniture and flooring from fading, and they reduce glare while allowing natural light to pass through. Lighter colors better reflect heat and illuminate a room, but the view might be a little hazy.
- Blackout Shades. Blackout shades are great for cooling and privacy. They can block nearly all incoming light, which naturally reduces incoming heat. Consider combining the sleek, modern Designer Roller Shades with a blackout liner for the best flexibility.
A Few Additional Thoughts
To get the best heat-shielding results, consider layering treatments—you could combine solar shades with drapery for an additional layer of insulation that will also provide depth and dimension to your room. You could also add reflective films or liners for an extra layer of protection against heat.
Heat-Blocking Treatments in the Greater Jupiter, Jensen Beach FL Areas
Treasure Coast Window Fashions provides more than just the finest window coverings. Our owners are involved in every project from start to finish to make sure your window covering project meets your expectations.
Our Stuart showroom serves Palm City, Traditions, Jensen Beach, Hutchinson Island, Sewall’s Point, Hobe Sound, Jupiter, North River Shores, FL, and nearby areas.
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