Solar Energy Reviews

First, let me say that I realize that most window treatments do not fit the classic definition of environment. Usually are not made from organic, non-GMO cotton or hemp fabric in a green factory. That said there are still numerous ways that window treatments within the expanded definition of â € ~ green.â € ™

In the most general sense, the window coverings are inherently products green. Having a blind or curtain in the window lets you block the sun's heat in summer and reduce heat loss in winter. This insulating effect reduces consumption energy and reduces energy bills. Furthermore, by blocking the sun's UV rays, but also prevent damage to furniture, flooring, and other belongings that help reduce their own consumption.

Here are some examples of green window treatments and the main characteristics that make each environmentally responsible.

Green Cellular Shades:
Cellular shades have the highest energy savings and are designed and tested to ensure a long life, which helps reduce landfilled waste. Moreover, most of the components of these cellular shades are recyclable. This includes the fabric, aluminum headrail and plastic components. There are also additional components in these tones consumers of cells containing pre – recycled material. Here are some brand examples: Bali DiamondCell ® ® Double Cell 3 / 8 inch of Northern Lights, Comfortex ® Double Cell 3 / 8 inch Graber ® ® Symphony and twice the CrystalPleat Cell 3 / 8 inches Garden Retreat.

Eco-Friendly Faux Wood Blinds:
The following fake wood blinds are made from a mixture of recycled wood and polymers thermal. They are also a post-consumer recycled product, making them an excellent choice for green-conscious customer. Faux wood blinds are constructed from durable, long lasting materials making them a versatile product for many living spaces. Here are some brand examples: Bali ® Wood Imagesâ "¢ Faux Wood Blinds 2 inch slats, Comfortex ® Woodwinds ® Composite Wood 2" – white original
Graber ® Crystal Lake Composite Wood 2 "solids.

Environmentally sound wood blinds:
Wooden blinds below are made national lime, a material that is available in considerable supply. During the manufacturing process, 99% of the sawdust is recycled and reused as energy for fire kilns and heat the factory. The need for new materials is reduced harvest and transport emissions are the result of lower imports of wood outside. Additional components in wood blinds, as the headrail and plastic components also contain material from pre-consumer recycling. Here Examples of brand: Bali ® Northern Heights "¢ 2 inch slats, Graber ® Traditions" ¢ 2 "Stained and painted.

Chemical Roller shades that are free:
The styles of roller shades listed below do not contain harmful ingredients such as PVC, CFC, formaldehyde, or other organic solvents, antimony and halogenated compounds:
Blindsgalore Roller shade – Splendor of light that is filtered, blindsgalore Roller shade – Splendor Blackout, Comfortex Envision ® "¢ Roller Shades EcoGreen Aurora.

Roman shades that are Energy Savings:
These Roman shades also isolation offer above average energy savings. They have an excellent UV protection can help protect your home against cold in winter and hot in summer. Here Examples of brand Comfortex ® Fusion "¢ insulation Roman Panel Shades Sorrento, Comfortex ® Fusion" ¢ insulation Roman Panel Shades Bora Bora Blackout.

Solar Shades that offer UV protection:
Sunscreens are used to block solar heat gain and reduce the transmission of all UV rays, preserving their point of view. The following solar shades are also GREENGUARD certified under the fabric of VOC emissions. This means that the fabric has passed the evidence for more than 75,000 chemicals, including carcinogens and other toxins. Examples of products: Solar screen style blindsgalore 2000 Comfortex ® Envision "¢ Solar Screen silverscreen.