Install energy-saving window shades

Buy or make insulating shades or drapes. Adding insulating window treatments can block up to 62% of heat transfer through your windows.

It is important to make sure that the window shades, blinds or drapes you install are tight fitting within your window frame and are made from insulating material. Look for a higher R-Value to indicate that a window treatment is insulating.

Check out this article from The US Department of Energy to learn more about efficient types of window coverings and other materials to look out for.

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