The weeks between September and November are a wonderful time of year, perfect for those who love pulling on a snug jumper, relaxing by the heat of a roaring fire and all things pumpkin-spiced!
What better time to get outside and enjoy the array of vibrant colours on display, as we officially say goodbye to the summer?
However, thanks to Global Warming it would appear that we are starting to see colder winters and warmer summers and this year will probably be no exception. As we are all aware that due to recent events, this Autumn and Winter could practically difficult due to escalating fuel costs and compounded with an increasing rate of inflation.
At Contour Blinds we have done some research to provide a little bit of advice for those who may find it a little bit harder to get by and to make their disposable income go that little bit further
- Check for cracks/draughts from your windows and use draft excluders on your doors.
- Close off rooms you don’t use.
- Move your furniture around so that you don’t block radiators.
- Turning the thermostat down by just one degree you can save up to 10 per cent on your bill.
- Make sure you open your curtains and blinds when the sun is out as the sun can help to warm up a room and at night-time make sure they are closed as they can act as a barrier against the cold and help keep your room more insulation.
Do Blinds Help to Keep My House Warm??
The short answer is yes. People are often surprised by how much of a difference they can make to the temperature of a room. Thermal blinds are generally superior at insulating than curtains, even curtains made with insulated linings. Blinds have a closer fit to your wall or window, don’t have a gap in the middle, and on the whole, perform more efficiently all round.
So, What are My Options?
How about a Thermal Blackout Roller Blind.
At Contour Blinds you will find exactly what you are looking for. Some of our Thermal Roller Blinds can be bought in a pvc finish, so not only are they great for insulation but are perfect for moist areas such as bathrooms and kitchens, and are becoming more popular for bedrooms as well.
For your thermal blinds to perform to greatest effect they should be hung inside of the window recess, as this places them nearer to the glass, this being the main offender in terms of your source of heat loss.
Real Wood Venetian Blinds
Bearing in mind that Real Wood and Faux Wood are natural insulators you might choose them to be a perfect choice for your home.
In our Premier Range you will find 24 different colours and most are available in a choice of 25mm, 35mm or 50mm slats.
For those who want something a little bit different the same range is available with colour co-ordaining tapes.
Faux-Wood Venetian Blinds
The Faux Wood Venetians comes in an array of colours both in grained and flat finishes with a choice of 35mm or 50mm slats and just like the real Wood Venetians are also available with tapes
As always we are happy to advise on any questions that you may have. We will always go “the extra mile” to instil confidence so that you the customer can make an informed decision on your choice of blinds.
ALSO we offer a Free Sample Service so that you can get a good idea of what the fabrics look like “in the flesh.”
All you need to do to Request Samples is to send you fabric choices via our Contact Us page This page can also be used for any questions that you may have and we will deal with them promptly. Also, if you would like to subscribe to our Monthly Newsletter just send us your name and email address.