When the summer sun starts to heat up, homeowners face a dilemma. Keeping the house comfortable is preferable, but not necessarily at the expense of a spiked electric bill. Instead of inviting the sun into your home, though, you can look for ways to keep it on the exterior of the structure (where it belongs).
At Cathey’s Audio Visual Entertainment (CAVE), we work with a lot of personal theater rooms, outfitting them in such a way that enhances the experience of being at home and enjoying different kinds of entertainment. There are effective products that can bring down your electric bill, and we’ll tell you more about how a sun shade can help.
What Are Sun Shades?
In Southern Arizona, the rays can be scorching, which can lead residents to believe that there’s no real way to mitigate the heat. Luckily, this is a myth. While there’s no way to keep the sun from affecting your property entirely, there are ways to bring down your summer electric bill with the right tools.
Sun shades are a kind of window treatment that was designed specifically for rooms with sun exposure. They’re coated and tightly woven together to ensure that as little light (and heat) slips through. They don’t just block the light though. From reducing UV rays to protecting the furniture from glare, homeowners will see a number of benefits from sun shades. Protect your carpets from fading and keep your utility bills low when you have them installed.
Extra Privacy
In addition to light protection, sun shades give your home more privacy. The weave of the material ensures that no one can see into the home, which can give everyone a sense of well-being when inside. Some residents will choose to layer sun shades for additional light filtering during daylight hours and privacy when the sun goes down.
Sun shades can be controlled with the touch of a button, allowing you to open up the room when you want and close it off when you need. This can be a particularly helpful benefit for those with in-home movie theaters or entertainment rooms. Use the remote control to darken and cool the room when you’re ready to watch a show, and then open it back up when you’re ready to marvel at a stunning sunset.
The Sun Shades at CAVE
Cathey’s Audio Visual Entertainment knows how important it is to create an atmosphere in your home. It’s why we sell a variety of shade and light options to fit your needs. No matter what your style is, there’s a sun shade to match. Reputable, quality brands like Lutron and QMotion help you slash your utility bills and protect the room from damaging rays. The CAVE staff can also efficiently install your sun shade, taking one more thing off your plate. Contact us today and learn how to keep your home cool, calm, and collected.
