How Much Insulation Do Sheer Shades Offer?

As any Maryland native knows, our seasons can fluctuate from one extreme to another. This often determines the type of window treatments we choose for our homes. After all, leaving a window uncovered is like walking outside in January without a coat–it’s going to get cold, fast! While all window treatments provide some level of insulation, certain styles provide an extra oomph. Take sheer shades, for example. They’re a beautiful, classic window treatment, but do they provide insulation? We dive into the question to help you decide if this style is best for your home: 

Generally, sheer shades provide low to moderate insulation compared to window treatments such as cellular shades, drapes, or shutters. Their primary function is light diffusion, which is why many homeowners place them in rooms that receive a lot of sunlight. Though they do offer a gentle buffer against heat and cold coming in through the window, we suggest layering your sheer shades with horizontal window treatments if energy efficiency is important to you. Combining your sheer shades with thick shutters or high-quality blinds is an excellent way to provide a visually intriguing look at the window and additional insulation. The good news with this fact? Hunter Douglas offers several gorgeous sheer shades to layer with.

If you want a sculpted look at your window, look no further than Pirouette® Sheer Shades. As with many sheer shades, these window treatments excel at enhancing light and providing UV protection. Their adjustable, softly contoured fabric vanes feature a light-diffusing back panel that transforms the sun throughout the day. Available in over 90 colors, these sheer fabric shades for windows can be paired easily with your current horizontal window treatments or new blinds and shutters from Hunter Douglas. 

Do you have large windows throughout your home? Luminette® Sheer Panels provide subtle insulation and powerful light transformation. These drapery-like sheers are distinctly designed to control light while providing superior privacy. This is thanks to the light-diffusing vertical sheer panels paired with vertical vanes. Available in over 80 colors, these sheer shades for windows from Hunter Douglas can be tailored to fit a variety of horizontal styles for added energy efficiency.

While sheer shades don’t provide the highest level of insulation, they do provide a protective layer over your windows. Of course, if you do desire higher energy efficiency and year-round comfort, there are plenty of ways to layer your sheer shades with horizontal styles. Our team is happy to help you find a combination that works for you.

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Windo VanGo is located in Marriottsville and Frederick, Maryland, and proudly serves Marriottsville, Frederick, New Market, Ellicott City, Columbia, Clarksville, Edgewater, Annapolis, Cockeysville, Crofton, Lutherville-Timonium, Towson, Elkridge, Benson, Maryland, and surrounding areas.