Thermal Curtains - Everything you need to know
Thermal curtains are a great choice of curtains as they have so many added benefits. They will not only help reduce your heating bills in Winter, but they will also help keep your home cool in Summer, making them the perfect choice for insulation all year round. Thermal curtains are light-filtering, but can be combined with a lining or blind for added light control. Thermal curtains are light-filtering, but can be combined with a lining or blind for added light control.
What is a Thermal Curtain?
Thermal Curtains keep the heat built up in the house in by creating a seal between the fabric and the window pane. Thermal curtains feature a layer of acrylic foam between the double or triple layers of fabric to provide insulation. The thermal lining prevents flow of air through the curtain, reducing cooling and heating cost.
Why is it important to insulate your windows with Thermal Curtains?
Did you know that your home can lose up to 45% of it’s heat through the windows? This proves that it is important to make a considered purchase when choosing the right window coverings for your home. The right window coverings can save two-thirds of the heat lost through your windows.
Do Thermal Curtains keep rooms cool?
Thermal Curtains aren’t just effective in the Winter, they can also benefit your home just as much in Summer. Thermal curtains can keep the cool air inside during the warmer months, so not only do they look great, but also act as insulation.
What rooms do you recommend installing Thermal Curtains?
Thermal Curtains are also great at blocking out sunlight, helping you sleep in that little bit extra, or keeping a harsh glare off your television. Thermal Curtains can help to dampen outside sounds, keeping your home quieter, making Thermal Curtains an ideal choice for bedrooms.
What is in your range of Thermal Curtains?
We have a wide range of Thermal curtains in either readymade and custom. We also offer thermal linings.
What are the differences between Thermal Curtains and Block Out?
Thermal curtains are great for dampening light; however, they are not blockout. Blockout curtains have a 3-pass coated backing, making it harder for light to filter through. Thermal curtains have a 1-pass coated backing. You can however, add a lining or blind for added light control.
Can you wash Thermal Curtains?
Thermal curtains should be hand washed in cold water, taking care not the allow the coating to stick together. You should never rub or wring out the curtains as this might damage the lining. Drip dry the curtains in the shade and avoid touching the backing when wet. Hang the curtains with hooks and do not use pegs. Thermal curtains cannot be bleached or dry-cleaned. Press with a cool iron on the fabric side only.
Design Tips
Printed Thermals not only serve a purpose all year round, but they also add a design flair to a room becoming a feature element of the room. Please note that patterns on our Thermal Curtains are window matched and not pattern matched.
If you’re considering making the move to Thermal curtains but not wanting to get rid of your current ones, consider adding an attachable thermal lining. Our superior suede-soft thermal lining helps block out light and adds extra insulation. All you need to do is attach it to the back of your current curtains and you have thermal curtains, as easy as that!
In order to get the most insulation from your Thermal Curtains, make sure they are installed properly. Our Custom Curtain team are here to help you with this, to ensure we get the perfect Thermal Curtains for your home.
Shop our range of readymade curtains or book a custom consultation.