Improving the energy efficiency of your windows is a great way to help cut household expenses. The right window shades can help you do just that. At Value Blind & Heirloom Design serving Northern Virginia, we offer a wide variety of energy efficient window shades. In the U.S., the Department of Energy (DOE) reports that windows can account for up to 25% of your annual heating and cooling bill and a staggering 40% in older homes. Watch this video to learn more:
Select the Best Energy Efficient Window Shades
Hunter Douglas is the world leader in innovation and the developer of the most energy-efficient window shades that significantly reduce energy loss, cutting your energy bill. Hunter Douglas has taken honeycomb shades to a whole new level with its Duette® Architella® honeycomb shades, featuring:
- Patented honeycomb-within-a-honeycomb construction
- Three air pockets reduce heat flow at the window
- Home’s carbon footprint is considerably reduced
- Saves on both heating and cooling costs
- Hundreds of fabrics, colors and textures
- Cordless or motorized options available for enhanced child and pet safety
While honeycomb shades provide the best thermal performance, Hunter Douglas Vignette® Tiered™ Architella® shades provide a different look and are another wonderful option in energy efficient window treatments. These window coverings feature:
- Rear fabric air pockets trap air creating an extra layer of insulation
- Homes stay warmer in winter and cooler in summer
- Available in numerous fabrics
- Shades stack at the top of the window
- No exposed rear cords for a clean look for enhanced child and pet safety
For greater energy efficiency, your window shades should be as close to the window as possible. Preferably, shades should be mounted inside the window frame. If mounting your window shades on the inside is not an option, add custom drapery panels will add more insulation in the winter and keep the cold air out and the heat in.
Energy Efficient Window Treatments in Northern Virginia
Value Blind & Heirloom Draperies is a locally owned business serving the Washington DC metro area and Northern Virginia for 14 years. Visit our Hunter Douglas Gallery showroom in Ashburn and see hundreds of window fashion samples and functional displays of energy efficient window treatments. We offer full-service interior design services including color consultation, room layout, and complete lines of blinds, shades, shutters, custom window treatments, custom rugs, wall coverings, bedding, pillows, and furniture. Contact us today!
