Window-shading options 101: Getting the lowdown on screens, blinds, awnings and shutters

It can be tricky to gauge how much sunlight you need to let into your home. Here are some of the options to think about when it comes to window-shading. 

Sunlight can reduce your energy consumption in winter, but can definitely increase it during summer; it can bring light to your room, but the unfiltered rays can also do considerable damage to your furniture and carpets.

As a homeowner, you have interior and exterior options when choosing which shading treatment is right for your windows. Curtains, blinds, and shutters are the most common interior choices. However, there are certain advantages that only exterior window treatments can provide. First, they stop heat from entering your house. Second, you can choose from a wide array of treatments that can complement the architectural style of your house.

Solar screens

Solar screens is a fabric that can block out 90% of UV rays from the sun. They can also reduce the light from 15% to as much as 40%. While very effective at blocking the heat and light, it still lets the air in. A solar screen is your best bet during winter because it increases the thermal performance by 15%. It would be best to keep your windows screened year-round so you can maximize the UV protection it provides. At ServiceSeeking.com.au, screen installation cost an average of $30 per hour. You can easily get a free quote within an hour of posting your job.

Exterior blinds

Exterior blinds do all the things that solar screens do. The distinction is that instead of being connected to the window frame, you can roll them up to a housing at a push of a button. That gives you the option when to block the sun out or let the light in.

Each has a number of advantages and drawbacks, so make sure you do your homework before you make your final decision. Our registered windows and shades professionals can help pick out the best treatment for your windows.