Beat the Texas Heat: Energy-Efficient Window Treatments for Houston
In Houston, the air conditioner runs for much of the year, and your windows are where a lot of that expensive cool air is won or lost. The right window coverings can meaningfully reduce heat gain, protect your floors and furniture from fading, and lower your cooling bills. Here’s what works.
Cellular (honeycomb) shades: the efficiency champion
Cellular shades trap air in their honeycomb pockets, creating an insulating barrier at the window. They’re the single most energy-efficient window covering, and in Houston’s long cooling season they can noticeably reduce heat gain and A/C costs. Double-cell versions insulate even more.
Solar roller shades: block UV, keep the view
Solar-screen roller shades cut glare and block a large percentage of UV rays while preserving your outward view, ideal for bright, west-facing rooms that take the worst of the afternoon sun.
Shutters and the sealed-window effect
Plantation shutters add a layer of insulation and, when closed, help block heat at the window. Their solid construction contributes to a more comfortable, more efficient room.
Where to prioritize
Put your best energy-efficient coverings on west- and south-facing windows and any large glass that bakes in the afternoon. That’s where you’ll feel the comfort difference, and see it on your electric bill.
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