Energy Efficient Window Treatments for Dallas Homes

Dallas summers are no joke. Average June, July, and August temperatures range from 80℉ to well over 90℉, according to the National Weather Service. And with the sun beating down, it can feel like over 100℉.

There are many ways to beat the heat in this part of Texas, and most homeowners drink plenty of sweet tea, hit the swimming pool, and crank up the AC.

When you install energy-efficient window treatments, you keep that money and effort locked in, so you’re not paying to cool down the outdoors.

At Smartlooks Window & Wall Decor, we feature custom window treatments from Hunter Douglas, and these hard-working styles keep out the heat, manage drafts, and make living spaces look incredible year-round. Learn more about how your window treatments can help you maintain a cooler summer space.

Regular windows, even ones with double-paned glass, let in a lot of heat from the sun through solar heat gain and ultraviolet radiation on hot days. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy says that heat moving in and out through windows is responsible for 25 to 30 percent of the energy your home eats up for heating and cooling.

The right window coverings work like a barrier, slowing down that heat transfer so your air conditioner or heater doesn't have to work as hard. That can very well mean lower monthly energy bills — and you don’t have to sacrifice style to get there.

Hunter Douglas honeycomb blinds like Duette® Cellular Shades are one of the best ways to combat that solar heat gain. Their cellular pocket design traps air between window glass and interior space, which forms effective insulation. That makes them a great choice for rooms with west- or south-facing windows that get the most afternoon sun.

They come in light-filtering and room-darkening styles, so you can reduce glare without completely blocking natural light. We can show you an exciting variety of fabrics, sizes, shapes, and options like PowerView® Automation that make Duette® Cellular Shades incredibly versatile.

Interior shutters are solid, energy-efficient window treatments that have been a fixture of Southern home design for generations, with handsome looks and dependable performance. Solid wood, quality vinyl, or composite type of shutters create a firm seal around the window frame, cutting heat gain in summer and reducing drafts during Dallas's occasional cold snaps. 

The adjustable louvers let you control light and privacy easily, and tilting them upward directs sunlight toward the ceiling rather than straight into your eyes or onto furniture. And since shutters are a permanent fixture, they will add lasting value to your home.

Layered Drapery Adds Elegance

Pairing Hunter Douglas honeycomb blinds, shutters, or other shades with lined drapery panels to keep your home cool. The vertical fabric panels of drapery cover any light gaps for added room darkening and keep out more heat; the aesthetic is rich, textured, and elegant.

For Dallas homes, we often suggest drapery with a thermal or blackout lining. That extra layer adds more protection against radiant heat on large picture windows or west-facing sliding glass doors. It also gives you seasonal flexibility, so your windows work as hard in February as they do in August.

Stop Letting Your Windows Drive Up Your Energy Bills

Smartlooks Window & Wall Decor proudly features Hunter Douglas window treatments and Carole Fabrics™. Our experts work with Dallas homeowners to select energy-efficient window treatments matched to each room's sun exposure, and now’s the time to start this project — before the summer heat arrives.

Stop by our showroom or contact us for a consultation in Richardson and the Dallas Metroplex, including Dallas, Plano, Allen, McKinney, Frisco, Fairview, Wylie, Sachse, Murphy, Parker, Garland, Rowlett, Rockwall, Heath, Sashe, Addison, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Celina, and the surrounding areas.