November 19, 2008

Simple Ideas to Reduce Energy Consumption: Thermal Curtains by Eclipse

A lot of heat or cool air is lost through the windows in a home. Once simple solution to this problem is to install thermal curtains. Eclipse makes curtains that block out 99% of light, which helps you sleep better, and the curtains reduce window-related energy loss by 75%. It is much cheaper to use a thermal curtain than to replace windows in a home, and they can help reduce the increase in home heating costs predicted for this winter.

The only drawback to Eclipse curtains is they are made from polyester fabric. I am not a fan of synthetic fibers, whether for the environment or my own personal aesthetic. As a final project in an alternative energy class I took in college, I made thermal curtains from felted wool. I would like to see commercially made thermal curtains made from natural fibers.

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Posted by Jennifer Lance at November 19, 2008 1:07 AM

Comments

Seems like a new version of hanging quilts or blankets in front of the window in the winter. I would image those or any thicker fabric would serve a similiar function for a fraction of the cost.

Posted by: N. at November 19, 2008 7:23 AM