Energy-Efficient Window Treatments for Texas Homes
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Why Energy Efficient Window Coverings Matter in Texas
The intense Texas sunshine means you need insulated window treatments to maintain comfort in your home. The exterior air influences the indoor temperatures, resulting in energy loss. The intense sunshine of our Texas summers shines through the glass, landing on surfaces and heating up the air around you. Heat gain leads to discomfort, as well as higher costs to cool your home.
How Window Treatments Improve Energy Efficiency
Our energy efficient shades, shutters and drapery reduce energy loss by insulating the windows and blocking the light that contributes to rising interior temperatures.
- Insulate the windows
- Reduce heat gain in the summer
- Maintain comfortable indoor temperatures
- Save on monthly energy costs
The Best Energy Efficient Window Treatment Products
Questions Answered about Energy Saving Window Treatments
San Antonio gets HOT for a good chunk of the year. That intense sunshine can wreak havoc on the interior temperature of your home. Not only that, but it can get pretty chilly in the early mornings during our “winter” months. Home energy efficiency is an important topic. Let’s take a look at some trending questions…
What window coverings are best for reducing heat in Texas?
Our honeycomb shades from Hunter Douglas are not just considered the best in the industry, they’ve actually achieved the first ever award for performance from the US government. The cellular pockets trap air–insulating the windows and preventing air flow. Many of our fabric shades window shades are capable of blocking the sun’s rays–which stops radiant heat. One type of window covering that might surprise you is interior shutters. Our wood shutters are framed around your window, keeping air from seeping in. The wood louvers add to the reduced air flow, whether opened or closed.
Do cellular shades help insulate windows?
They sure do. The cell structure of Honeycomb shades is designed to trap air and act like insulation right at the window to reduce heat transfer. This is a huge benefit for that Texas heat.
Are plantation shutters energy efficient?
They are! Wood plantation shutters use their framing and louvers to help block head and reduce air flow at the window. This contributes to energy savings all year round.
Do you need energy efficient window treatments on all the windows?
This is a question specific to your home. In general, homeowners know the windows that give them the most grief. You know the rooms that get blasted hot in summer, or the windows that feel drafty on winter mornings. Window Fashions of Texas‘ window covering designers want to help you create the ideal atmosphere in your home. While some rooms may need extra-strength energy saving window treatments, others may need only privacy or glare reduction. Custom window coverings are made for your windows to add function and style to your life!
What rooms benefit most from energy-efficient window treatments?
Every room in your home will benefit. However, it’s best to focus on the rooms that receive the most sun exposure with west or south facing windows. Another area that benefits from energy-efficient window treatments is those with a lot glass.
Do energy-efficient window treatments really lower utility bills?
Yes. They reduce heat gain from windows in hot weather which in turn keeps interiors cooler. It can lower energy use and utility bills by keeping indoor temperatures stable. Motorized and smart shades improve efficiency even further by automatically adjusting throughout the day to block heat during peak sunlight.
