3 Ways Window Treatments Save You Money On Energy Bills
In Denver, homeowners are always interested in ways to save real dollar on their energy bills. Some realize that windows are the number one reason for heat waste. But only a few recognize that window treatments can make the difference between a house that’s easily cooled and heated and one that is an ordeal to manage. Here are three ways energy efficient window treatments help you save real dollars on your power bills.
Minimize Airflow
After the glass window, the material of an energy saving window treatment and its functionality tell you how good it is at blocking airflow. A blind or shade, with their delicate design, offer little to no barricade to the impact of wind. Shutters on the other hand are made from wood and non-wood material that results in the perfect second wall between you and the outdoor weather. Consider Polywood®, for example. Its state-of-the-art insulation system blocks as much as 30 degrees of airflow from a window. That’s the most you’ll find anywhere in Denver, if not the US. And with airflow minimized, your heating and cooling system works less to counter the effects of Colorado’s weather.
Resist Moisture, Humidity, & Heat Absorption
In a double-pane window, Polywood shutters have an R-Value of over 6. When you compare that to other shutters in the state, that’s the most thermal resistance rating of insulation material.
In addition, Polywood is moisture-proof, resisting humidity and moisture that can affect room temperature. This means less energy is wasted on offsetting the effects of heat and humidity.
Reduce Heat Transfer
Window treatments are a great way to eliminate heat transfer. And what the window treatment is made of greatly influences its ability to stop heat and cold from adjusting the temperature in the room. Your window is best covered with a shutter such as Polywood. With a 45.96% reduction in heat transfer, Polywood shutters make sure that the climate in the room is pleasant and unadulterated by the weather outside. Reducing heat transfer results in less power needed to adjust the temperature of the room.
Get Your Energy Savings
Polywood shutters are up to 70% more energy-efficient than wood shutters and up to 1600% more than aluminum blinds. This means actual bucks saved on your energy bills. If you’re looking to maximize your energy savings, combine Polywood shutters with Solar Gard window film. The window film adds another layer of protection, rejecting up to 87% of solar heat and blocking 99% of harmful UV rays.
Ready to get your energy savings? During the in-home consultation, we’ll bring our window treatment samples and show you first-hand how energy efficient Polywood shutters are. Schedule your free in-home consultation today by calling 720-538-0182 or submitting the form below.
