Are Wooden Blinds Energy Efficient?
Many homeowners don’t share an identical wish list when it comes to home features. Some want gorgeous, genuine hardwood floors, while others want a durable vinyl option that mimics the look of real hardwood. There are, of course, areas where homeowners agree on what they want in a home, and energy efficiency is one of them.
For example, did you know that approximately 86% of homeowners prioritize energy efficiency, and that you can increase your home’s energy efficiency by upgrading your window treatments?
If you’ve been eyeing wooden blinds but are curious whether they're energy-efficient, you’re in the right place. Our Blinds ‘N’ Shades Express team is here to help you navigate these window treatments.
What to Know About Wooden Blinds and Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency is all about controlling how much air enters or escapes through a window. If windows aren’t well insulated, this can lead to cold rooms in winter and sweltering spaces in summer. Fortunately, wooden blinds do provide some solid energy efficiency in several ways.
The tiltable slats of wooden blinds, for instance, allow you to direct or block incoming sunlight to prevent heat gain. Thicker, high-quality slats, such as Hunter Douglas Parkland® Wood Blinds, also prevent cold air from entering or exiting.
Here are a few more tips for maximizing the energy efficiency of your wood blinds:
- Tilt the slats upward to redirect harsh sunlight during hot afternoons.
- Close the slats at night to reduce heat loss in the winter.
- Adjust the blinds throughout the day for better temperature control.
Combining Wooden Blinds and Drapery for Maximum Energy Efficiency
Layering is one of the most powerful techniques to maximize your window’s energy efficiency. When you pair wooden blinds with custom drapery, you can prevent even harsher sunlight from coming into your home during the peak summer months and transform your home into a cozy haven as the temperatures dip.
Carole Fabrics™ Custom Drapes, for example, come in thousands of colors and designs that transform your windows into a statement piece and an energy-efficient powerhouse.
Here's how our Blinds ‘N’ Shades Express team would layer for maximum energy efficiency:
- Open your drapes strategically during the day to let in natural warmth and daylight while controlling glare by tilting the slats of your blinds.
- Close your blinds in the evening and your drapes to prevent heat loss through the glass as outdoor temperatures drop in winter.
- Pair lighter fabrics for rooms where you want light filtration in and place dark fabrics in rooms where you want to block light.
Alternative Energy-Efficient Window Treatment Options
If blinds aren’t your style preference, Hunter Douglas offers several energy-efficient shades to help keep your home comfortable and your energy bills low. Duette® Cellular Shades and Sonnette® Roller Shades, for instance, provide exceptional energy efficiency at the window through their cellular designs, while their high-quality fabrics enhance the beauty of each room.
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If you’ve found yourself asking, “Are wooden blinds energy efficient?” then the answer is yes, they do provide some energy-efficient advantages. Hunter Douglas wood blinds are excellent at controlling light and preventing air transfer.
Whether you want to increase the energy efficiency of one room or several, request a consultation online or call (408) 377-0698 to speak with our team.
Blinds ‘N’ Shades Express proudly serves Campbell, San Jose, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Los Altos, Morgan Hill, and Gilroy, CA.