Are you keen on creating a more eco-friendly home? Perhaps you’re becoming more aware of the impact your carbon footprint is having on the world. Or, maybe you want to reduce household bills and teach your family how important it is to be mindful of our impact on the planet. Either way, understanding how to use eco-friendly blinds and measures on a daily basis is easy. And, our blog will go over some things you can do today to improve the sustainability of your home.
Regulate temperature
The more electricity we use to power lights or our heating, the greater an impact we are having on the environment. And, the brilliant thing about window blinds is the way they can help us to reduce these expenses. By utilising natural light and the heat given off by our sun, we can warm our homes easily without needed to flip the thermostat.
During warmer months, keep your window blinds closed during the warmest parts of the day. Consider when your roof is most exposed to direct sunlight and keep blinds down at this point. In doing so, you’ll minimise the build-up of excessive heat in any room and prevent that ‘hot-box’ feeling we’ve all experienced. In doing so, you reduce the need for expensive air conditioning units or fans and keep a house comfortable at all times.
Another way to reduce electricity and heating use in your home is to discover the benefits of Thermal and Solar Reflective Blinds. These tailor-made window dressings use a specialist fabric that reflects back the harsh sun rays. When rolled down, you’ll be able to minimise heat further.
Regulate light
Use your blinds to regulate light. Many of us see opening the window blinds as a set morning activity. But you can take better advantage of natural light if you plan this activity depending on the available light. On darker days, roll your blinds up fully during the day to avoid needing overhead electrical lights or lamps. Sheer Roller Blinds allow you to create a private but well-lit room, even after dark and when you want internal lights switched on.
Eco-friendly materials
One of the best ways to create an eco-friendly home is to opt for materials that are natural and can be recycled. This minimises the need for potentially damaging manufacturing processes and allows home accessories to last for longer. One of the best choices when it comes to eco-friendly window dressings are real wood blinds. This hardwearing, versatile and stylish choice can be customised to suit any space, with a wide range of colour options. Made-to-measure, they sit perfectly within window alcoves and are easy to operate. And, you’ll be making a conscious step forward in the protection of our environment too.
With the ability to manage light, temperature and your eco-footprint easily, choosing the perfect eco-friendly blinds really can help to transform your home. And, you’ll be able to reduce energy bills at the same time. If you’d like more information about our range of window blinds or how to use them in your home in an eco-friendly manner, get in contact with the team here today.