Buy Thermal Curtains, Save Energy
Thermal Drapes, Insulated Curtains, Shades Keep House Warm
Thermal window treatments can reduce heating bills in the winter and save on air conditioning costs in the summer.
Installing thermal curtains, insulated drapes and window quilts is an easy, attractive way to save energy and save money on heating and cooling your home. Heat loss through windows and doors can account for up to 50 percent of a home’s heating and cooling energy costs. Especially with older, single pane windows, installing thermal curtains, shades or window quilts can save you money on your heating bill.
A variety of styles of thermal drapes and curtains are available in large retail and home stores. Following are some online stores that sell different types of thermal curtains, drapes, blinds, shades and quilts.
Thermal Drapes, Pinch Pleated
The BedBathStore offers the Tuscon Textured Thermal Insulated Pinch Pleated Drapery in a neutral antique color that complements nearly any room. Attached to a foam thermal backing, the textured woven fabric is 100 percent polyester. The panels come in sets of two and are machine washable. Available in three widths: single width (48 inches wide by 63 inches long or 84 inches long), double width (96 inches wide by 84 inches long), and triple width (144 inches wide by 84 inches long). A box-pleated valance with almond suede trim is also available. Prices range from $29.99 for the 64-inch long single width to $119.99 for the triple width drapes. Free shipping on all orders over $100; otherwise, shipping for these items starts at $8.99.
Thermal Window Blind Panels
Here’s a neat, new look for thermal blinds: JCPenney’s Wendy Thermal Panel Track. Wide vertical blinds made of 100 percent cotton sailcloth backed with insulating, cotton-flocked, acrylic-foam add a modern touch to a room with a large patio door as well as standard-sized windows. Available colors: black, charcoal blue, garnet, light khaki, and mocha. Sizes: 66 inches wide by 84 inches long ($129.99), 78 inches wide by 84 inches long ($152.99), 104 inches wide by 84 inches long ($189.99), and 78 inches wide by 95 inches long ($159.99). JCPenney often has free shipping offers for purchases over $100. Check for promotional codes through a Google search.
Thermal Roman Shade
If you like your current curtains but want to block cold air from seeping in through your windows, consider the Thermal Foamback Roman Shade from BrylaneHome. Stylish enough to serve as your window’s sole treatment, it also fits under other curtains or drapes. The foam-backed shades are available in sage, rose, gold, taupe, and natural colors in widths ranging from 23 inches to 43 inches. All lengths are 64 inches. Prices start at $24.99. Shipping starts at $7.99.
Thermal Inserts for Tab-Top Curtains
You don’t have to change out your tab-topped curtains to get the benefit of insulated windows. Just add a thermal insert like the one available from Gaiam. The white insulating inserts easily attach to your tap-top curtains. Two inserts in each set. Sizes: 39 inches by 77 inches ($45) and 45 inches by 77 inches ($49). Shipping is $7.95.
Thermal Window Quilts
For a cozy look that leads to a cozy, warm room, opt for the thermal window quilts at Plow & Hearth. Thick cotton quilts with button-hole tops fit through decorative rods. Sold as single 40-inch wide panels in sage, ivory, goldenrod, pearl blue, taupe, and terra cotta. Lengths: 63 inches ($69.95), 72 inches ($74.95), and 84 inches ($79.95). Shipping starts at $10.99.
