With winter just around the corner and temperatures starting to rapidly drop, it’s important to take a look at how much energy you’re using. If your windows aren’t well insulated or energy-efficient, or you don’t have the finances to replace your old draft windows, it’s important to at least install a high-quality set of energy-efficient blinds or shades.

They’ll help you not only save money during the wintertime but also keep your home warm throughout the day at night. You’ll find yourself turning the heating on way less, paying less on your monthly energy bills and experiencing elevated convenience in your day-to-day life.

Let’s take a look at some of the best energy-saving, energy-efficient blinds and shades for your home this winter.

Honeycomb Shades

Honeycomb shades are among some of the most energy-efficient window treatments you can buy. They are great year-round, keeping your home warm during the winter and cool and comfortable during the summer – they keep the cold out and heat out when it’s necessary.

Honeycomb shades feature honeycomb-shaped pockets that create an extra layer of insulation between the interior of your home and the cold that leaks in through the windows. These pockets trap warm air and provide your home with maximum insulation from wintertime cold.

Another great benefit to honeycomb shades, also known as cellular shades, is that they come in a wide variety of opacities, designs and fabrics. They are also available in a range of child-safe varieties. You can purchase your honeycomb blinds cordless and wand-free if you have a home with children and pets and motorize them to ensure maximum safety and peace of mind.

Combination Window Treatments

To maximize the efficiency of your window treatments, just one may not be enough for your home, especially if you live in a particularly cold climate or have drafty windows. For effective results, you can try combining window treatments. For example, you can try combining honeycomb shades and layer them with some thick, elegant blackout drapes. They will provide your home with protection from UV rays and increased darkness at night, as well as maximized energy-efficiency.

Drapes

Drapes are elegant and effective, coming in an expansive range of colours, fabrics and patterns. For increased protection from the cold, you can also add a thermal lining to the back of your drapes (the sides that face the window) for added insulation.

Why go for energy-efficient window coverings?

• Lower emissions and harm to the environment
• Cut energy costs
• Elevated convenience
• An increase in your home’s asset value

Are you on the market for energy-efficient blinds and shades? Get in touch with us to learn more about what we offer, make your purchase and have us install it for you.