Energy Saving Blinds

Correctly specified and operated blinds and shutters can have a significant impact on reducing heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer. If considered early enough in a new build or major refurbishment effective solar shading can potentially reduce or even mitigate the need for artificial cooling.

The energy saving performance of blinds depends on a number of factors including the type of blind, the fabric or material used, where the blind is fitted and what type of glazing is being used or considered in the building.

Typically external shading is more effective than internal shading and to achieve the maximum benefit any shading device should ideally be motorised and connected to a building management system or environmental sensors.

But how do you know how blind materials will function with different glazing types? The BBSA has a long-term project, Shade Specifier, which proves the effectiveness of solar shading and is establishing an independent database of the thermal and optical properties of solar shading materials when used in conjunction with common glass types detailed in European Standards.

You can see more about the Shade Specifier project here.

Child Safety

Always consider window blind cord and chain safety in buildings where children live or may visit. See more here.

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