Hi all:

We just recently got our windows replaced in our house, and
consequently, our old blinds and such no longer fit. We had crappy
cheapo miniblinds anyhow, ready for a change. But I'm shocked and
appalled at the cost of blinds aside from the aforementioned crappy
cheapo ones.

Anyone have experience using insulating blinds, like the cellular
varieties? I figure if I have to spend some big bucks to just cover
the windows, might as well try to get something that will save me
money somewhere else.

Are they worth the money, or should I just forget this idea?

KD

"KD" wrote in message
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Hi all:

We just recently got our windows replaced in our house, and
consequently, our old blinds and such no longer fit. We had crappy
cheapo miniblinds anyhow, ready for a change. But I'm shocked and
appalled at the cost of blinds aside from the aforementioned crappy
cheapo ones.

Anyone have experience using insulating blinds, like the cellular
varieties? I figure if I have to spend some big bucks to just cover
the windows, might as well try to get something that will save me
money somewhere else.

Are they worth the money, or should I just forget this idea?

KD

i have some insulating cellular blinds on my south and west facing walls.
they do work well, and it's very noticeable when the sun is shining on them
when they are rolled up.

regards,
charlie
phx, az

KD wrote:
Hi all:

We just recently got our windows replaced in our house, and
consequently, our old blinds and such no longer fit. We had crappy
cheapo miniblinds anyhow, ready for a change. But I'm shocked and
appalled at the cost of blinds aside from the aforementioned crappy
cheapo ones.

Anyone have experience using insulating blinds, like the cellular
varieties? I figure if I have to spend some big bucks to just cover
the windows, might as well try to get something that will save me
money somewhere else.

Are they worth the money, or should I just forget this idea?

KD

Considered insulated drapes?

Lou

On Sep 3, 10:14*am, KD wrote:
Hi all:

We just recently got our windows replaced in our house, and
consequently, our old blinds and such no longer fit. We had crappy
cheapo miniblinds anyhow, ready for a change. But I'm shocked and
appalled at the cost of blinds aside from the aforementioned crappy
cheapo ones.

Anyone have experience using insulating blinds, like the cellular
varieties? I figure if I have to spend some big bucks to just cover
the windows, might as well try to get something that will save me
money somewhere else.

Are they worth the money, or should I just forget this idea?

KD

They advertise R3 or so with cellular blinds I have seen, there is one
I saw online that sealed at the sides which looked good, it looks like
a good idea, insulating curtains will also help. I would goodle
insulating blinds ets , you will find interesting products

"KD" wrote in message
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Hi all:

We just recently got our windows replaced in our house, and
consequently, our old blinds and such no longer fit. We had crappy
cheapo miniblinds anyhow, ready for a change. But I'm shocked and
appalled at the cost of blinds aside from the aforementioned crappy
cheapo ones.

Anyone have experience using insulating blinds, like the cellular
varieties? I figure if I have to spend some big bucks to just cover
the windows, might as well try to get something that will save me
money somewhere else.

Are they worth the money, or should I just forget this idea?

KD

Your new windows in theory solved your major heat loss problem.

I install blinds as a contractor. I read all the data sheets.

Make your blind selection based on what looks good and pleases you. The
R-value is not worth paying extra for or living with something you don't
like.


--
Colbyt
Please come visit www.househomerepair.com

We just recently got our windows replaced in our house, and
consequently, our old blinds and such no longer fit. We had crappy
cheapo miniblinds anyhow, ready for a change. But I'm shocked and
appalled at the cost of blinds aside from the aforementioned crappy
cheapo ones.

Anyone have experience using insulating blinds, like the cellular
varieties? I figure if I have to spend some big bucks to just cover
the windows, might as well try to get something that will save me
money somewhere else.


I have cellular shades, and they seem to work. I have good Andersen
windows, but when you raise the cell shades a crack on a cold morning, you
can feel a draft. So based on that, I'd say they work.