Shades are a common feature in many homes. They come in a variety of colors, styles and materials and are easy to install.
Window treatments offer a variety of benefits, including energy efficiency and light control. They also elevate your home’s style in a variety of ways.
Energy Efficiency
Window shades are often overlooked by homeowners when it comes to energy efficiency. However, they can make a huge difference in your home’s comfort level and utility bills. They can keep heat out in the winter and warm air out in the summer, as well as control how much light enters your home.
You can purchase blinds, shutters, or other treatments from a variety of retailers. These products include vinyl options, faux wood, composite, hard and composite woods. You can also purchase a variety of fabric-based coverings, including curtains, draperies, and Roman shades.
Many of these window treatments come in a variety of colors and materials, so you can match them with your existing decor. They are also available in a variety styles, from casual to formal, rustic and contemporary.
These window coverings can be manually tied or motorized, so you can open and close them with a remote control or smart-home app. Although motorized shades and blinds can be more expensive than manual options due to the labor involved in pulling strings and chains, they are much more convenient.
Some window coverings are better than others for insulation. It is important to choose the right one based on your home’s climate. Cellular shades are among the best insulators, thanks to their honeycomb pockets of air that create separation between your home and the windows. You also have the option of solar and roller shades as well as a variety Roman shades with insulating liner options.
When choosing a window treatment, another important consideration is how often you will use it. Roman shades or roller shades are more convenient if you plan on using it often.
As an added bonus, energy efficient window shades can lower your mortgage insurance costs. They can increase the resale value of your home and make it easier to borrow money in future.
You can also get an energy efficient mortgage to help you finance your eco-friendly home upgrades or the purchase of an eco-friendly home that has already been remodeled to meet certain efficiency standards. These types of loans are available from the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), as well as from other nationwide lenders, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs. These energy-efficient mortgages are designed to allow borrowers to cover the upfront costs of eco-friendly home improvements that lead to savings on monthly utility bills.
Light Control
Window coverings are available in a variety of sizes, styles and colors to fit any budget. Typically, these treatments are divided into hard and soft categories. Blinds and shutters can be considered hard, while valances and cornices, Roman shades, draperies, and valances are considered soft. However, in recent years there has been a significant uptick in the number of products that fall into the soft category. The best way to find out what products are right for you is to take the guesswork out of the process and consult with a trusted professional.
In my humble opinion, there is no substitute for a face to face discussion with a trained professional who can answer all of your questions. This can also help you save a lot of time and money when you are working on home improvements. There are many companies that can help you with this task. So, be sure to ask your mortgage broker or local insurance agency if they have an expert on call who can help you with this crucial decision making task.
Privacy
There are many types of window treatments available, including blinds, shutters, and awnings. Most window treatments fall into one of two categories: hard (wooden, faux wood, composite, and vinyl) or soft (curtains and draperies, valances and cornices). The plethora number of window covering products made from fabric is a new trend. These products are both stylish and functional. In fact, there are many more options to choose from than one might think. This is especially true when it comes to energy efficient window treatments. For example, a good window shade may help you save money on your monthly mortgage insurance payments, or at least keep your bills down. It may also be the best way of controlling the light in your home. You can choose from the more expensive, high-tech shades, or the more affordable ones, depending on your preferences. We can help you make the right choice.
Style
When you think about window treatments, you may be thinking about blinds or shutters that are made from solid materials like wood, faux wood, composite wood and vinyl. Fabric-based draperies and curtains might also be considered. Window shades are a category that is often overlooked when shopping for coverings.
A great way to lower your mortgage insurance costs is to make sure that you have a high-quality, energy efficient window treatment. This will keep your home warm and cool in winter, and reduce the amount of energy it takes to heat and cool.
Another benefit of choosing a good window treatment is that it can also help improve your style. For example, a roller shade can be super sleek and minimal in appearance, while a cellular shade is a honeycomb construction that expands when you lower the shade to let in light.
You will feel more confident in yourself and your personality if you take the time to discover your style. You will notice a greater interest in you and a greater willingness to listen to your ideas.
Learning about your style will help you feel more confident and happier. This is a huge benefit you won’t want to miss. Don’t hesitate to start a journey towards improving the style of your life today!