Different areas of your house have different temperature needs, and your windows have a lot to do with that! Windows to the south soak up the sun, making certain rooms uncomfortably hot in the summer or during certain times of day. Window with northern exposure can feel too cool, especially during the winter. And did you know that windows are one of the greatest contributors to energy loss in homes? The more windows you have, the more difficult these problems become.

Thankfully, the right window coverings can help control room temperatures and greatly reduce energy costs. No matter what temperature control issue you’re dealing with, the solution is just a window treatment away:

The climate in Wilmington, NC can be unforgiving, especially during the hot and humid summer months. Your home should offer relief and refuge, not more of the same.

To keep rooms cool in Southern climates, vertical and horizontal window blinds are a great choice since the slats can be easily adjusted to control light and ventilation. According to Energy.gov, highly reflective blinds can reduce heat gain by around 45% when closed. If you prefer the look of curtains, you’re in luck – certain drapery fabrics keep rooms cooler in the summer, in part because their pleats and folds lose heat through convection.

You may have made it through August, but you’re not free from temperature control issues just yet, especially if live on any of our area beaches like Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach or on one of or the islands like Bald Head Island or Oak Island. Winter can be just as cruel as summer, with freezing nights, chilly winds, and bitterly cold mornings.

The honeycomb design of cellular shades offers an insulating barrier between your window and your room; light-filtering shades diffuse the light while insulating your room in the winter without restricting natural light from flooding the room.

You fiddle with your thermostat and get your home to the ultimate level of coziness when, suddenly, a cool draft snakes around your shoulders, sending chills down your spine.

This is a common problem, especially in older houses or poorly insulated homes. To combat the dreaded draft, dress your windows for the season. When winter arrives, switch out lighter summer curtains for heavier drapes, preferably in something lush and rich, such as velvet or heavy linen. Just like pulling a favorite sweater over your head, these fabrics will help block wayward drafts from dropping in.

Especially in the Spring and Fall, people in Wilmington like to say: “If you don’t like the weather, wait five minutes. It’ll change.” On those days when the weather swings from one extreme (cool mornings) to the other (scorching hot afternoons), window treatments can help maintain a steady environment in your home.

Honeycomb shades are one of the smartest options for these situations. The cellular design traps a layer of air and acts as a buffer between the window and the room. This unique insulating design keeps it cool in the summer and warm in the winter, providing year-round flexibility. If you want extra insulation, double cells are available.