Does Closing Curtains Really Help to Keep a Room Cool?

June 03, 2017

As summer approaches, many homeowners are looking for ways to keep their homes cool without using a ton of energy. You may have heard that choosing the right window coverings can help, but is that really true? At Half Price Drapes, we’re here to tell you that closing the curtains can actually help keep your home cool, can help reduce your utility bills, and can reduce the wear and tear on your cooling system – but you must start with the right window treatments.

Consider shades

There are a wide range of shades out there, many of which you can find when you shop with Half Price Drapes. Honeycomb and cellular shades are particularly good at keeping light out and keeping a room cool, while Roman shades allow you exceptional control over just how much light – and heat – you let into a room.

Choices when choosing drapes

If you’re picking draperies with energy efficiency in mind, and especially keeping your home cool in the summer, then we suggest medium-colored fabric. Choose a lining like white that ensures you’ll get maximum energy efficiency results. They should be installed snugly to your window, which helps create a seal that makes it difficult for heat to sneak around and get into your home.

Consider other ways to make your windows more energy efficient

While draperies can go a long way, there are a lot of other ways your windows can help keep your home comfortable. If you have older windows, consider replacing them with newer energy efficient windows that are installed snuggly and without gaps that let cool air out and allow hot air to sneak in. You may also want to install reflective film on your windows. You can choose an option that’s completely transparent or a light-colored option. Either one will allow you to see out your window but can help keep heat out. The most effective option out there is silver film. Some studies show that it can lower excess heat by as much as 80%. Draperies should look incredible in your home – and you can count on that from Half Price Drapes – but they should also help keep your home comfortable. If you’ve looked at our line of draperies and aren’t sure which is best for your home, consider our free fabric swatch program. You choose up to $10 worth of fabric swatches and we send them for free – all you pay is a small shipping fee.

Does Closing Curtains Really Help to Keep a Room Cool?

Consider shades

Choices when choosing drapes

Consider other ways to make your windows more energy efficient

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