Buying Energy Efficient Shades

Oct 7 2010

The weather is cooling down and many are starting to turn on the heat in their homes, dreading high-energy bills. There is a way to save money on heating without paying a huge price for energy bills. Installing energy efficient blinds or shades insulates homes so not as much heat is needed. Energy efficient shades sometimes qualify for a federal tax credit for energy efficiency.

A single pane window can cause warm air to seep out of a house and let drafts and cold air in. In fact, using energy efficient shades can be five times more effective at keeping cold air out than regular windowpanes. Almost all window treatments create some sort of insulating barrier, however, the following are some for the most efficient insulating shades on the market.

•    U.V. Protection Shades. These shades are designed to keep UV rays out of the home. They are great insulators and will protect furniture and flooring from fading.

•    Temperature Control Shades. Just as the name says, these window treatments help control temperatures. The honeycomb pattern within the shade captures cold air coming into a home and stops it before it gets in. It also helps keep warm air in.

•   Light Diffusing Shades. Light diffusing means you sill get privacy within a home as well as getting natural light. They help keep temperatures steady.

•    Energy Smart Shades. These are cellular shades that are energy smart. The cellular structure is intended to keep cold air out in the winter and cool air inside during the summer.

Energy Smart shades come in both single and double cell shades. The way they are designed is to provide an insulating barrier for your windows which is where most air escapes from. Double cell shades offer additional protection over single cell shades. Most double cell shades qualify for a federal tax credit. Cellular shades come in two types – translucent and blackout. Blackout means no light gets in. Some brands offer an insulating sidetrack system so no air can seep in the sides.

Some of the best Energy Smart Fusion Shades are the EnviroFusion Textured Linen Roman Shades. These offer the benefit of cellular shades with a Roman Shade overlay. The cellular shade provides additional insulating powers over the roman shades. The roman shades employ a flat panel design, which cascades over the window.

Energy Saving Solar Screen Shades are represented by the Smart Weave line of roller shades: these include Eclipse Roller Shades, Pfifer SheerWeave Roller Shades, AlumaScreen Solar Shades, EcoGreen Roller and Solar Shades and Tavarua Sunscreen Bamboo Roller Shades. Each energy efficient shade in this line offers UV protection and cut UV rays by close to 100%.

Energy efficient shades offer several benefits. Light filtering blinds also help insulate homes. Solar screen shades let light in while cutting UV rays. Each window treatment listed above will serve to cut energy costs and help improve resale value on a home.

Those living in a sunny atmosphere might want solar screen shades, while those who are used to freezing temperatures and snow might want to consider maximum energy efficiency with double cell or honeycomb shades. EnviroFusion Roman Shades will also help protect a home offering beauty and practicality. Head to your on-line dealer today and order new shades to best suit your insulating needs.

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3 Year Standard Guarantee
Who is covered: Warranties cover the original purchaser of the window blinds and shades. What is covered: Any defects in materials of workmanship Operating mechanisms and other parts Cell separation on honeycomb/cellular shades Warping slats for faux wood and wood blinds Broken vertical vanes Restrings for internal cords What is not covered: Parts that fail due to accident, alteration and/or improper use Normal wear and tear Color fading due to excessive exposure to sunlight, moisture or improper cleaning Accidental damage Resolution: BlindsChalet.com reserves, at its discretion, the right to repair, replace or refund any blinds found defective. If there are multiple blinds/shades in the same room, only the defective product will be replaced/repaired. In the event that a product, color or product feature has been discontinued and it is no longer available we will provide a substitute product as similar as possible to the original blind or shade. Shipping for warranty issues is the responsibility of the customer to and from the repair facility. Packaging on return shipments is the responsibility of the customer. 30 Day Measuring Insurance This plan does not cover measuring errors. Following the easy measuring instructions will ensure a proper fit. 30 Day Returns This plan does not cover returns.

3 Year Standard Guarantee

Who is covered:

Warranties cover the original purchaser of the window blinds and shades.

What is covered:

Any defects in materials of workmanship
Operating mechanisms and other parts
Cell separation on honeycomb/cellular shades
Warping slats for faux wood and wood blinds
Broken vertical vanes
Restrings for internal cords

What is not covered:

Parts that fail due to accident, alteration and/or improper use
Normal wear and tear
Color fading due to excessive exposure to sunlight, moisture or improper cleaning
Accidental damage

Resolution:

BlindsChalet.com reserves, at its discretion, the right to repair, replace or refund any blinds found defective.
If there are multiple blinds/shades in the same room, only the defective product will be replaced/repaired.
In the event that a product, color or product feature has been discontinued and it is no longer available we will provide a substitute product as similar as possible to the original blind or shade.
Shipping for warranty issues is the responsibility of the customer to and from the repair facility. Packaging on return shipments is the responsibility of the customer.

30 Day Measuring Insurance

This plan does not cover measuring errors. Following the easy measuring instructions will ensure a proper fit.

30 Day Returns

This plan does not cover returns.

5 Year Guaranteed to Fit
Who is covered: Warranties cover the original purchaser of the window blinds and shades. What is covered: Any defects in materials of workmanship Operating mechanisms and other parts Cell separation on honeycomb/cellular shades Warping slats for faux wood and wood blinds Broken vertical vanes Restrings for internal cords What is not covered: Parts that fail due to accident, alteration and/or improper use Normal wear and tear Color fading due to excessive exposure to sunlight, moisture or improper cleaning Accidental damage Resolution: BlindsChalet.com reserves, at its discretion, the right to repair, replace or refund any blinds found defective. If there are multiple blinds/shades in the same room, only the defective product will be replaced/repaired. In the event that a product, color or product feature has been discontinued and it is no longer available we will provide a substitute product as similar as possible to the original blind or shade. Shipping for warranty issues is the responsibility of the customer to and from the repair facility. Packaging on return shipments is the responsibility of the customer. 30 Day Measuring Insurance Following the easy measuring instructions will ensure a proper fit, however, we all make errors from time to time and this protection plan covers any mis-measurement mistakes. If the window coverings do not fit, please let us know within 30 days of receiving the items. The blinds/shades will be remade at the correct dimensions at no cost to you unless there is a difference in price between the old and new sizes or if the new size requires an oversize shipping fee. Limit is 1 remake per blind/shade. All remakes will have to be remade in the same color, feature and specifications, no changes are allowed. Shutters,custom graphic shades, commercial/dealer orders are not covered. Any mis-measurements reported after 30 days will not be covered, however, new blinds and shades can be ordered with an additional 10% discount. 30 Day Returns This plan does not cover returns.

5 Year Guaranteed to Fit

Who is covered:

Warranties cover the original purchaser of the window blinds and shades.

What is covered:

Any defects in materials of workmanship
Operating mechanisms and other parts
Cell separation on honeycomb/cellular shades
Warping slats for faux wood and wood blinds
Broken vertical vanes
Restrings for internal cords

What is not covered:

Parts that fail due to accident, alteration and/or improper use
Normal wear and tear
Color fading due to excessive exposure to sunlight, moisture or improper cleaning
Accidental damage

Resolution:

BlindsChalet.com reserves, at its discretion, the right to repair, replace or refund any blinds found defective.
If there are multiple blinds/shades in the same room, only the defective product will be replaced/repaired.
In the event that a product, color or product feature has been discontinued and it is no longer available we will provide a substitute product as similar as possible to the original blind or shade.
Shipping for warranty issues is the responsibility of the customer to and from the repair facility. Packaging on return shipments is the responsibility of the customer.

30 Day Measuring Insurance

Following the easy measuring instructions will ensure a proper fit, however, we all make errors from time to time and this protection plan covers any mis-measurement mistakes. If the window coverings do not fit, please let us know within 30 days of receiving the items. The blinds/shades will be remade at the correct dimensions at no cost to you unless there is a difference in price between the old and new sizes or if the new size requires an oversize shipping fee. Limit is 1 remake per blind/shade. All remakes will have to be remade in the same color, feature and specifications, no changes are allowed.

Shutters,custom graphic shades, commercial/dealer orders are not covered.

Any mis-measurements reported after 30 days will not be covered, however, new blinds and shades can be ordered with an additional 10% discount.

30 Day Returns

This plan does not cover returns.

5 Year Guaranteed to Love
Who is covered: Warranties cover the original purchaser of the window blinds and shades. What is covered: Any defects in materials of workmanship Operating mechanisms and other parts Cell separation on honeycomb/cellular shades Warping slats for faux wood and wood blinds Broken vertical vanes Restrings for internal cords Parts that fail due to accident, alteration and/or improper use Normal wear and tear Color fading due to excessive exposure to sunlight, moisture or improper cleaning Accidental damage Resolution: BlindsChalet.com reserves, at its discretion, the right to repair, replace or refund any blinds found defective. If there are multiple blinds/shades in the same room, only the defective product will be replaced/repaired. In the event that a product, color or product feature has been discontinued and it is no longer available we will provide a substitute product as similar as possible to the original blind or shade. Shipping for warranty issues is the responsibility of the customer to and from the repair facility. Packaging on return shipments is the responsibility of the customer. 30 Day Measuring Insurance Following the easy measuring instructions will ensure a proper fit, however, we all make errors from time to time and this protection plan covers any mis-measurement mistakes. If the window coverings do not fit, please let us know within 30 days of receiving the items. The blinds/shades will be remade at the correct dimensions at no cost to you unless there is a difference in price between the old and new sizes or if the new size requires an oversize shipping fee. Limit is 1 remake per blind/shade. All remakes will have to be remade in the same color, feature and specifications, no changes are allowed. Shutters,custom graphic shades, commercial/dealer orders are not covered. Any mis-measurements reported after 30 days will not be covered, however, new blinds and shades can be ordered with an additional 10% discount. 30 Day Returns If for any reason you are not satisfied with the window coverings and wish to return them, please notify us within 30 days of receiving the order. Our customer care department will provide a Return Authorization Number (RGA) and shipping address for the return. Please note, return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer and shipping labels are not provided. Refunds will be processed within 2-3 business days after we receive the items (Guaranteed to Love fee is not refundable). Shutters,custom graphic shades, commercial/dealer orders are not covered.

5 Year Guaranteed to Love

Who is covered:

Warranties cover the original purchaser of the window blinds and shades.

What is covered:

Any defects in materials of workmanship
Operating mechanisms and other parts
Cell separation on honeycomb/cellular shades
Warping slats for faux wood and wood blinds
Broken vertical vanes
Restrings for internal cords
Parts that fail due to accident, alteration and/or improper use
Normal wear and tear
Color fading due to excessive exposure to sunlight, moisture or improper cleaning
Accidental damage

Resolution:

BlindsChalet.com reserves, at its discretion, the right to repair, replace or refund any blinds found defective.
If there are multiple blinds/shades in the same room, only the defective product will be replaced/repaired.
In the event that a product, color or product feature has been discontinued and it is no longer available we will provide a substitute product as similar as possible to the original blind or shade.
Shipping for warranty issues is the responsibility of the customer to and from the repair facility. Packaging on return shipments is the responsibility of the customer.

30 Day Measuring Insurance

30 Day Returns

If for any reason you are not satisfied with the window coverings and wish to return them, please notify us within 30 days of receiving the order. Our customer care department will provide a Return Authorization Number (RGA) and shipping address for the return. Please note, return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer and shipping labels are not provided. Refunds will be processed within 2-3 business days after we receive the items (Guaranteed to Love fee is not refundable).

Shutters,custom graphic shades, commercial/dealer orders are not covered.