Refreshing Window Treatments for Summer

When the weather starts heating up, effective window treatments are one of the best solutions to both enjoy and combat the rising temperature. Small, energy-efficient changes can help minimizing energy consumption, reducing the need of air-conditioning and reflecting much of the outside heat at the same time.

Check out these energy-efficient window treatments for summer:

Refreshing Window Treatments for Summer

Sheer curtains to embrace the summer breezes!

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Sheer Curtains

Using sheers in the windows will let you enjoy the natural light without having to endure the scorching summer heat. Sheer curtains, especially the white ones, will let the sun in but block the heat produced by sunlight. You will just love the timeless feel exuding by the sheer curtains embracing summer breezes.

Sheer curtain Roman shades are a great option to let light in

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Roman Shades

Another nice option to get privacy and protection from sun is roman shades. Various types of shades are available that can match to every flavor of home décor. You can choose anything from flat roman shades with no back bars or extra panels to whimsical Austrian roman shades, from relaxed shades to highly decorative balloon roman shades. A lining can be attached to all the styles, great for improving privacy and insulation.

Colorful cafe curtains to brighten up the summer days!

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Café Curtains

Café curtains are particularly great for the kitchen windows during the summer days. They are an excellent option to lighten up an eat-in kitchen. These half-height curtains are better than full blinds or curtains because they let in more light without compromising with the privacy.

Plantation Shutters

Plantation shutters are another charming window covering option that is perfect for the summer season. They are very good if you want to make the most of the natural light. The shutters help keeping your house cool during the hot days. They are not effective in reducing heat loss but you can still use them in winter by pairing with another shade.

Japanese Rice Paper Shades

The energy costs rise during the summer time. So, the window treatments should not only be effective in reducing the heat but also be energy-efficient. Japanese rice paper shades, which are known as shoji in Japan, provide heat protection, allow natural light in, and reduce the energy costs. You can also use mesh window screens for the same purpose as they reduce heat gain but provides privacy, natural light, and energy efficiency.

Japanese rice paper shades – an eco-friendly option!

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These window treatments will let you enjoy the bright summer days with cool summer breezes. Most of the options are energy efficient that cuts your energy bills besides being environmental friendly.

What type of window treatments are you going to choose for your home this summer?