Top Eco-Friendly Window Treatments
- Blinds: "Reflective blinds can reduce heat gain by about 45 percent," reports a blogger for homesessive. "They're great for their ability to block and reflect direct sunlight onto a light-colored ceiling, which diffuse the light without much heat. Plus, interior blinds allow you to adjust slats to control light and ventilation."
- Draperies: In order to get the most out of drapes, it's best to hang them as close to your window as possible. Believe it or not, the color of the drapes also plays an important role in its effectiveness. Medium colored drapes can reduce heat gain by 33 percent according to the news source.
- Window films: Another window covering option to consider in the summer is window films. East and west-facing windows are likely to receive the biggest benefit from these fixtures.
