Protect Your Home from the Outside with Blinds and Shades:

Blinds and shades do more for your home than provide privacy. Often used to shut out the night, blinds and shades do so much more for your home. They are an important feature in maintaining your home’s cooling while also protecting your interior. 

Homeowners understand the need for energy-efficient windows, but blinds and shades are actually an important asset in cooling your home during the summer. When the hot summer sun is beating down on the windows, blinds and shades act as a protective layer blocking the outside heat from entering a home. While new windows do provide a thermal barrier, adding blinds and shades gives an extra layer of protection. Lowering your window coverings during the afternoon will give your air conditioning a much-needed break, especially during July and August. If your home has older windows, it is important to use blinds and shades to help insulate your home from the weather. 

Blinds and shades also reflect harmful UV rays. We use sunblock on our bodies to protect our skin from sunburns and the harmful effects of the sun’s rays, but did you know that these same UV rays can enter your home and cause interior fading? Artwork, furniture, flooring, family photos, etc can all be affected and deteriorate due to the sun’s UV rays. By using the proper window coverings, treasured and valuable furnishings and photos will stay in the same condition year after year. 

Let the Professionals Help

The team at Heritage Design Interiors, LLC will help you pick the right blinds and shades for your home. With so many options including motorized blinds and shades, the designers take time to get to know your needs, so they may suggest the right options for you. Contact them today and start protecting your home against the outside elements.