How to better insulate your windows

As a lot of us prepare to feel the pinch this Winter, we discuss the best ways to insulate your windows and stop heat escaping unnecessarily through your glass.

How do curtains help with insulation?

Curtains (and blinds) help to trap a layer of air between the fabric and the glass. Poorly insulated windows can cause heat to escape your home without you even realising. Properly fitted made to measure curtains can help retain the heat and keep your home nice and cosy. Our curtains are fully lined as standard, but you can opt to upgrade to blackout lining for even more heat retention at your windows.

Will roman blinds help insulate your windows?

Roman blinds are an ideal solution for keeping your home warm. Our roman blinds come with blackout lining as standard, and could help reduce your energy bills this Winter. Above all, this energy efficient blind type is a popular choice, especially among those with older windows, which will contribute to the heat escaping.

What about retaining the heat with shutters?

Similarly, although a more costly option, shutters can do wonders to help insulate your windows. In addition, due to their frame, they are among the top choices for aiding in home energy efficiency. Made to measure shutters, aside from cafe style (which is half-height), will help keep you warmer for years. This option creates a wooden (or pvc) barrier between you and the cold.

Where to start?

You can book a free home quote with us, and we’ll answer any questions you may have about helping keep your home as warm as possible this Winter. Our friendly and experienced surveyors will measure your windows, and suggest the best options. We’ll ask you what you had in mind and go from there. We’ve hundreds of samples for every blind type, with thousands more roman and curtain fabrics available to browse in our showrooms.