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 Energy Efficiency of Roller Shades
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Mention the topic of residential energy efficiency and most people immediately think of home appliances such as furnaces, refrigerators, washers and dryers. The energy star rating of appliances often factors into our decisions when choosing which investment will save us money, use less energy and protect our environment. 
We often overlook our window coverings as a source of energy savings but understanding the environmental impact will also impact our wallets. The energy efficiency of roller shades has transformed over the years. When it comes to saving money and energy, Energy.gov cites window shades as one of the simplest yet most effective means of saving energy.
The energy efficiency of roller shades relies upon controlling the amount of solar energy that filters through the windows. If you take advantage of the sunlight or solar energy during the winter months, then you can actually warm a cooler room by several degrees. The opposite is true during the heat of the summer when filtering sunlight can provide an advantage in keeping cool during unbearable heat. Raising or lowering your roller shades accordingly can make a considerable difference in your energy efficiency.
DEL Motorized Solutions has three different fabric types of roller shades to accommodate every individual need. Whether you choose to completely eliminate light such as in the Blackout fabric or whether you simply want to block the majority of sunlight but still see outdoors as in the Sunscreen fabric. There is also the Privacy fabric that will allow sunlight to enter indoors but limit visibility to shadows.
These three window coverings will have a positive effect on the heating and cooling of your home. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the heating and cooling of your home accounts for 50 percent of your energy bill or the equivalent of about $1000 per year.
A window makeover can save you money and insure a return on investment. Since everyone wants to save energy and money, consider making an investment in DEL Motorized Solutions for your home. Even ABC's Extreme Makeover Home Edition has chosen DEL Motorized Solutions time and again to get the job done.
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| Rid Your Home of Potential Dangers |
 With Spring cleaning time fast approaching it is important to take a moment away from de-cluttering and add safety to your "To Do" list. As stated by the Window Coverings Safety Council (WCSC); "Replace older window coverings with today's safer, cordless products. The Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) is urging parents to only use cordless window products in homes with young children. Make the right choice and use cordless products to keep your children safe year-round." The most widely utilized cordless systems in the market today are motorized system. With a motorized window treatment you not only add safety, as there are zero lift cords, you also add convenience. With so many controls options from keypads to remotes; from your computer to your mobile phone; it is easy to control your window, your room, or even you home from the touch of a button. |
