How blinds can help warm your home this winter: Russells Curtains & Blinds

Whether you’re getting the electric blanket out, firing up the heat pump, or making sure you have enough firewood for the coming months – winter is here. And while there are plenty of ways to warm your home from inside, if you start with your windows it’s possible to stop some of the cold from getting in to begin with. The right blinds, or the right combination of curtains and blinds, can warm your home and help insulate your windows against the elements. So, if you’re wondering “how can I warm up my home?” here’s three options worth considering this winter.

Honeycomb blinds
Also known as cellular shades, honeycomb blinds get their name from their unique shape. They’re made this way to trap air and slow its movement in or out of a room, and there’s a reason they’re called “designers’ double glazing,” too.

Consumer NZ found that of all window coverings, honeycomb blinds retain the most heat (at around 60%) when compared to other options. This is because they’re able to regulate the temperature of any space and help keep your home warm in winter, cool in summer, and a little less noisy year-round.

Honeycomb blinds are available in blockout and thermal-lined options which incorporate a foil that traps more heat as well, especially when hung as an inside fit. They’re also easy to operate and safe around children.

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