Mountain living is unique in that the temperatures in a day can shift thirty or more degrees from day to night. The strong UV rays of the sun can fade fabrics and wood quickly and can cause aesthetic damage to carpets, furniture and artwork. Beyond that, finding window treatments to compliment the environment and reflect mountain design can be tricky.
Nighttime temperatures may go as low as 30 or 40 degrees in the summer, while the days sky rocket to over 90 degrees. The weather makes for great sleeping and negates the need for air conditioning. Utilizing the proper blinds can help keep home temperatures comfortable during the summer and winter. The window treatments listed below are a few top pictures for mountain homes.
* Light Filtering Double Cell Shades. Cell shades are also known as honeycomb shades. They offer excellent insulation for any home. In the summer, leaving windows open at night, allows a fresh breeze to naturally cool the house. During the day, lowering blinds can block out the sun’s heat and keep homes cooler. By using light filtering honeycomb shades, people can stay in tune with the changing of light during the day.
* Solar Screen Shades. When living in the mountains, views are often a huge factor in choice of home. In order to maintain views while blocking UV rays and improving temperature and draft control, solar screen shades are the way to go. They help limit eye-straining glare, maintain view-through so the views can still be enjoyed without absorbing the harsh summer sun’s rays and solar screen shades provide a finished look to any room.
* Wood Blinds. Aesthetically, wood blinds work in the mountains. From log cabins to mountain-side chalets they bring in the look and feel of what the mountains are all about. From woven wood blinds to basswood blinds, there’s a wood window treatment for any home. Wood blinds also insulate against the elements and noise pollution. They are easy to adjust for the desired amount of light in a room.
Once you’ve decided what type of wood blind you want, the next step is finding someone who can deliver them to you, no matter where you are. With so many manufacturers to choose from, it may be hard to decide. A couple factors can help with that. Doing a Google search will bring up the most popular companies. Beyond that, check how knowledgeable their staff is and how quickly they can deliver their product.
If you live in a remote mountain town, it may be harder to find a company that offers quality window treatments near you. That’s the blessing of the Internet. Go on-line, find what you want, order it and you should have it within a week or two.
There is no substitute for living in the mountains. The cool nights, warm days and huge expanses of untouched land are all a draw. Choosing solar screen shades, wood blinds or honeycomb blinds will help you stay comfortable and preserve the integrity of your furnishings and designs.
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