HOW CAN BLINDS INSULATE YOUR HOME DURING WINTERS

Window blinds are a great way to keep your home warm during winter. By installing blinds in your windows, you can prevent the cold air from getting in and keep the heat inside. By insulating your home, Blinds also help you save money on your energy bills. So, if you’re looking for a way to stay warm this winter and save energy costs, consider installing window blinds!

The best blinds to keep your home warm

There are a few things to keep in mind when choosing blinds for insulation:

You’ll want to choose a material that is good at trapping heat.
You also need to find a style of blind that will fit snugly against your window. This will help to prevent any cold air from getting in. For example, blinds with slats are great for summers to keep heat out but may not be very effective in winters.
You’ll also want to choose a colour that will help to reflect the heat back into your home. White or light-coloured blinds are typically the best choice for this.

If you’re looking for the best way to insulate your home and keep the heat in during winter, Sapphire Blinds can help. We can install a variety of quality blinds that will work to keep your home warm, including Roman blinds, Roller blinds, and Wood blinds. These blinds are very effective for insulation, as they trap air between the blinds and windows to stop cold and warm air from passing between the room and the window.

Correct blind measurement and installation are essential

Incorrect measurement and installation are one of the primary reasons why blinds are not able to function to the maximum efficiency. It is vital that the measurements are correctly taken; else there can be gaps through which heat can seep out and the cold come in. Once that is done, the blinds must be installed correctly so that when you pull them shut, they are able to seal the gap between the blinds and windows. Blinds can only keep your home insulated in winter if they have been installed correctly.

A few other tips to keep your home warm in the Tasmanian winter and reduce energy bills

Open the blinds during the day to let the sunshine and warmth in so that you can save on heating energy.
Close the blinds as soon as it starts getting colder outside.
Ensure that the blinds are closed completely and there is no gap left.
Wear an extra layer of warm clothes during the night so that you don’t need to raise the temperature on the heaters. Turning down the temperature, even by 1 point can save a considerable amount of energy.
Get smart thermostats that can automatically switch on and off when the required temperature is reached. Set the thermostat temperatures to the correct temperature.
If you are using water heaters, boilers, room heaters etc., that are 10 years old or so, it may be time to invest in newer models. Most new models now follow energy efficiency systems and cut down your energy bill by a considerable amount.

Find the perfect set of blinds for insulating your home this winter! Stay warm and save money with window blinds. Need help with Blind Installation? Get in touch with us today and we’ll be happy to assist you! We specialise in blind installation in Tasmania's Huon Valley and can provide a free quote for your project. Call us now at 0406 797 725 or 0475 277 570.