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How to Stay Cool with Insulated Window Shades

It's no surprise to anyone with a home in Florida that summers here get hot. And while there's nothing to be done about outdoor temperatures, inside our homes, it's a different matter. At home, we can do many things to keep temperatures down; for example, window shades play an essential role in temperature regulation at home. The type of shade you select will impact comfort as things like insulated window shades and shutters respond to external elements differently. Additionally, how we use window shades to either keep solar heat out or to keep AC in will also affect the efficiency of the units and how comfortable our indoor spaces are kept. So, we're here to explore all the ways window shades can be used to keep your home cool in hot weather.

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How to Use Window Shades to Stay Cool

  1. Upgrade to Insulated Window Shades: The honeycomb design of cellular shades has a tremendous impact on the ability of homeowners to keep their home's interior cool in warm weather. Insulated window shades like Duette® Cellular Shades block unwanted solar heat from entering and heating the home's interior spaces. They create not only an internal atmosphere that is cool and comfortable, but they do so in a way that requires no additional energy expenditures; instead, they stabilize temperatures by blocking unwanted natural elements.
  2. Layer Design to Keep AC In: In addition to keeping the heat out, you also want to keep AC in to stay cool this summer in Florida. Creating layered window fashions is one way to help keep the cool in, as additional layers in the treatment mean more insulation overall. Design Studio™ Custom Drapes work well over cellular shades to create insulated window shades with layers of control and style.
  3. Keep Shades Closed During the Day: From the moment the sun comes up, it starts to heat Florida homes, so closing shades to keep the heat out should be done as early as possible. And those shades should be kept closed throughout the day to maintain a cooler inside temperature. If you can't always remember to draw your shades every day, a system like PowerView® Automation with programmable schedules is a great option. After all, even insulating shades will fail to protect your home from dreaded temperature gains if they're not used correctly and consistently.
  4. Open Strategically for Cool Breezes and Natural Ventilation: Of course, no one wants to keep their house closed up all day, so once the sun goes down, it's time to open up those shades and windows for some evening breezes and cooling natural ventilation. Window coverings like Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Vinyl Shutters or other plantation-style interior shutters are great for letting in natural air flow but not sacrificing the resident's privacy with their louvers that can be tilted up or down.
Keep your Miami home cool this summer with the smart use of insulated window shades. The team at South Kendall Interiors is ready to help you custom-make window fashions that suit your home's aesthetic and provide the protection you need against the harsh Florida sun. Request a consultation to discuss all the different options in the Hunter Douglas collection. South Kendall Interiors serves the greater Miami area from its central location near Miami, Florida.
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