It’s no secret that the cost of living is on the rise, so we’re all looking for ways that we can save money around the home.
What you may not have considered is installing energy saving window furnishings to save you money. Tuiss Blinds Online have an incredible range of DIY window furnishings that perfectly fit the bill.
Now you might be asking, how can choosing the right curtains or blinds save you money on your power bills? Well, did you know that up to 40% of a home’s heating energy can be lost and up to 87% of its heat gained through windows*? That means without proper window shading, you’ll be running your heaters much more in winter, and needing the air conditioner going much more often in summer.
Basically, a single pane of bare glass can gain or lose up to 10 times** more heat than the same sized area of uninsulated wall. So, what can you do about this? Window furnishings can play a major role in how well insulated and energy efficient your windows and even glass doors are.
We’re going to take a look at some of the Top Energy Saving options when it comes to window furnishings, so that you can invest in a smart decision for your own home, and one that will save you money in the long run.
Rest assured that even though these are smart options, they are still incredibly stylish too!
Blockout Roman Blinds
Opting for blockout lining on your roman blinds not only keeps the sun from interrupting your sleep-ins on the weekend, but the lining provides a great barrier right at your window to keep the cool winter air out, and the warm heated air in the room with you. Again, this works in the summer months as well to keep your home nice and cool.
Plantation Shutters
Shutters! That’s right – did you know that beautiful solid timber plantation shutters are actually excellent at insulating your rooms from the cold? They create a barrier over the glass when they’re closed, meaning the heat isn’t escaping, and that frosty cold air doesn’t invade your cosy rooms. It’s an option that many people overlook when considering energy saving window furnishings to save you money. These are a brilliant option if you’re not really into the look of soft fabrics, however they do also look great when paired with curtains as well.
Outdoor Blinds
We often think of outdoor blinds in the summer months to keep the heat out of our homes, but the Shade IT outdoor window blinds from Tuiss also offer an additional layer of thermal protection in the winter. Outdoor blinds help with insulation for year-round temperature regulation. With a 1% open weave, the fabric of the outdoor blinds available from Tuiss still offer a view to the outdoors while providing UV and sunlight protection.
TUISS HOT TIP: Layering
Think of it this way, just as you layer up your clothing on those cold days to stay nice and cosy, you can layer up your blinds and curtains too! Just because you’ve opted for a blockout roman blind or a honeycomb blind doesn’t mean you need to miss out on the soft dreamy look of curtains. A popular trend we’re seeing at Tuiss is installing a beautiful s-fold curtain over the top of a blockout blind, giving you the ultimate flexibility when it comes to both thermal insulation and light control. Add an outdoor blind to this combo and you’ve got all bases covered!
You can discover the full range of window furnishings from Tuiss Blinds Online at www.blindsonline.com.au.
* Glazing | YourHome: https://www.yourhome.gov.au/passive-design/glazing
** Home windows and shading for energy efficiency: https://www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/energy-efficiency-and-reducing-emissions/building-or-renovating/windows-and-shading