With summer approaching we want to improve the energy efficiency of our home. We talked to the team at ELITE Window Furnishings to explore the best solutions for managing all ‘four seasons’ of living in Canberra. This is what they shared with us;
Choosing the best window treatments not only spruces up the space’s aesthetics but requires more a set of considerations. Canberra is known for its weather diversities with hot summers, cold chilling winters, and everything in between. Choosing the best blinds for your home helps manage temperature, boosts privacy, and uplifts the interior style. These are some tips to consider when selecting the ideal blinds that perfectly complement the unique climate of Canberra.
Every room tells a story, and blinds help frame that story through the perfect interplay of light and shade.
Understanding Canberra’s Climate and Your Blinds
Canberra faces a real blend of temperature extremes. Summers are scorchingly hot, with heat levels reaching more than 30°C, and in winter the freezing nights’ temperatures drop below zero. Having blinds for appropriate temperature regulation offers the ideal functionality and style. Here are the five things you should remember while selecting blinds for your Canberra home.
1. Choose for energy efficiency
Canberra residents would benefit from energy-efficient window treatment products. Choose blinds that offer the most effective insulation protection, consider honeycomb or cellular blinds. These blinds may store the gases in the pockets to minimise heat transfer in houses during summer while also insulating during the cold period. This creates a comfort zone in the climate of the home environment and reduces energy consumption fees.
Energy efficiency
2. Prioritise UV protection
Canberra needs window blinds with a UV filter, as the climate can be extremely harsh. Consider choosing sunscreen roller blinds as they help eliminate glare and prevent furniture and floors from fading or cracking if they are in direct sunlight. Cellular blinds manage the amount of light and do not let in UVA and UVB rays from the sun into the rooms. They are recommended for living areas and kitchens.
3. Maximise light control and privacy
If you live in an apartment or townhouse, you want to control the light levels and create privacy. Venetian and vertical blinds with sectional structured slats admit light into the room or can shut off the room from the rest of the house. These blinds allow you to control the degree of light that enters any given room, together with the privacy of your choice.
Good blinds make great rooms — it’s the small details that create the perfect home.
Blocking our light or for privacy
4. Consider aesthetics and style
Blinds can be individualised to your own personal style. From material to colour, they can enhance a space or provide a contrasting feature for a room. Wooden blinds, synthetic blinds, and Venetian blinds offer a warm feeling and natural look. Roller blinds come in varying tones or soft materials, which can give an elegant feel to a room.
5. Choose blinds for humid areas
Humidity can be an issue in bathrooms, your kitchen and laundry. Selecting moisture-resistant blinds that are made of PVC or aluminium are ideal in these rooms as they don’t swell or crack in humid areas.
Venetian blinds
Selecting window blinds is not just about choosing a colour or style. Make sure you consider insulation, UV protection, and ease of maintenance when deciding on your window dressings. Choosing the right blinds can provide comfort to your home throughout the year.
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ELITE Window Furnishings is located at 4B/34 Wollongong St, Fywshwick
