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Introduction
Introduction
Decreased Energy Use for Increased Comfort
Decreased Energy Use for Increased Comfort
Curtains and blinds can help keep your home or business more comfortable year-round while also helping to reduce a building's energy needs.
Light Pollution & Privacy
Light Pollution & Privacy
Curtains can also help reduce light pollution, and increase indoor visibility by bouncing light back indoors.
Benefits of Curtains & Blinds
Benefits of Curtains & Blinds
Fabric Curtains and Blinds Reduce Energy Use
Fabric Curtains and Blinds Reduce Energy Use
Tips for Effective Curtains & Blinds
Tips for Effective Curtains & Blinds
Layers
Layers
Insulation
Insulation
An extra layer between the front or top fabric, and the backing or black out lining isn't required, and it can make curtains or blinds heavier and more difficult to install or handle, but it is excellent for providing additional protection against extreme outdoor temperatures in both summer and winter.
Lining & Blackout Lining
Lining & Blackout Lining
Use curtains and/or blinds, with white or pale backing to reflect heat. There are special layers for making insulated curtains including blackout lining which can reduce energy costs and temperature fluctuations in both the summer and winter. They are a little expensive up-front, but highly effective in making your home more comfortable.
Blackout lining is especially good for insulting with heat and cooling in mind, though it it specifically intended to protect against light pollution.
Guides & Tutorials
Guides & Tutorials
Faux Roman Shades
This 34:11 minute video shows how you can include blackout lining in a simple roman shade. This professional walks you through various steps including sewing on rings, stringing the blind mechanism, attaching the wooden bar that attaches over your window, as well as tricks such as cheaply extending your ironing board.
Basic Lined Curtains
This 15:03 minute video shows the basics of making lined curtains with a fabric that repeats (if your fabric doesn't have a repeating pattern, then you don't have to buy as much to make everything match). To increase the insulation properties, you would want to add a third layer inside, for example a plain interlining, flannel, quilted fabric, and/or thermal lining.
Programs & Projects
Programs & Projects
Oceana
Oceana
New Zealand
New Zealand
Sustainability Trust: Wellington Curtain Bank "We upcycle pre-loved curtains and provide them to low-income families and individuals in the Wellington Region.
As part of Sustainability Trust’s Housing Advocacy and Support, we offer a range of healthy housing services to help households in the Wellington region live in warm, dry homes.
We can make up to six pairs of upcycled, fully-lined curtains for your whare/home, plus curtain tracks if you need them.
Depending on your living situation, we can also check your house for free, offer energy advice, and discuss health and social support."
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