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A seasonal routine for curtains and shades

Use window coverings to manage unwanted summer sun and make better use of winter daylight.

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Before buying new windows, try using curtains or shades at the right times. US Department of Energy guidance discusses blocking direct summer sun and making use of winter daylight. Choose cordless products around children and address any condensation.

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Observe which windows receive intense sun in the morning and afternoon.
During warm periods, close coverings on sun-exposed windows to reduce glare and unwanted heat.
Open shades when the light is gentler so useful daylight can enter.
On cold sunny days, uncover sunny windows during daytime.
Close curtains on cold nights to improve comfort near chilly windows.
Check for condensation or mold around the frame and adapt the routine if moisture builds up.

US Department of EnergyHome Energy Checklist ↗Daily checklist describes opening winter south-facing curtains in daytime and closing at night.US Department of Energy5 Tips for Energy-Saving Renters ↗DOE advises using window coverings to block summer sun and retain warmth in winter.Wikimedia CommonsWikimedia Commons ↗Previous cover image source retained for attribution. Credit: Tomwsulcer / Wikimedia Commons, CC0 1.0. Unmodified source photograph. · License: CC0 1.0 Universal · License details: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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