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Windows are one of the biggest sources of heat gain in your home. Upgrading internal window coverings could help.
On hot days, and especially during a heatwave, the sun’s heat can enter through your windows and become trapped inside your home.
Some internal window coverings are better than others when it comes to keeping out the heat. Knowing the most effective options could help you keep your home cooler for longer and help reduce the need for air conditioning.
Help reduce heat gain during the day by helping prevent hot air and the sun’s rays coming in. When the sun sets and the temperature is cooler, open windows to let the evening breeze blow through your home.
Internal blinds and shutters can help prevent excessive heat gain by blocking or reflecting the sun’s rays. Effective insulating blinds can include those backed with light-coloured or reflective block-out fabric and those made with a pocket-like honeycomb construction to trap air
Close-fitting lined curtains or blinds can help reduce heat gain. Blinds fitted within a pelmet box, cassette or frame can help improve insulation by reducing gaps around the blind.
Taping plastic double-glazing film to your windows could be a way to help prevent heat entering your home. Ask your local hardware store for more information.
For advice on internal window coverings for your home, or professional installation, you could consider contacting a window furnishing specialist.
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