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CURTAINS, blinds and other window treatments do more than enhance a room’s decor — they also play a crucial role in managing light, temperature and energy efficiency. 

As summer approaches, the ability to control heat and light entering through windows is especially important. 

On particularly hot days, combining blinds with curtains can help contain heat from the glass, allowing air conditioning to work more efficiently, and installing an outdoor awning or roller shutter can reduce or eliminate the need for air conditioning. 

Block-out roller blinds are a practical and cost-effective option, available in various plain, textured and printed fabrics. These blinds block up to 95 per cent of harmful UV rays, improving energy efficiency while adding style to your home. 

Carpet Court offers a range of ready-made blinds and curtains, alongside custom-made options tailored to individual decor and preferences. 

Cellular blinds, with their unique honeycomb structure, are an excellent choice for insulation. The honeycomb cells trap air, forming a thermal barrier that regulates indoor temperatures. 

Luxaflex Duette Architella blinds are particularly effective, reducing heating and cooling energy use by up to 43 per cent. These blinds, when installed within the window reveal, leave minimal light gaps and are highly effective at keeping rooms cool in summer and warm in winter. 

Blinds don’t have to be total block-outs to be functional. Translucent fabrics, for example, allow a gentle glow to filter in, creating a cosy atmosphere. 

Screen blinds offer a balance of light control and privacy by reducing glare during the day while preserving your view. 

Pairing a screen blind with a block-out blind or heavy curtain can provide optimal privacy and insulation, which is particularly useful at night or in extreme temperatures. 

While roller blinds are popular, many other styles are available to suit various needs. Roman blinds and Venetian blinds, available in timber, mock wood or aluminium, offer a stylish and versatile alternative. One of the most popular choices are plantation shutters. 

Traditional drapes or heavy curtains add elegance by framing the window, often paired with sheer or lace curtains for daytime privacy and light filtering. Drapes can be drawn to control light and heat as needed. 

A modern trend in window treatments is to use sheer fabric from ceiling to floor and wall to wall, often in a soft ‘S’ fold. Mounted on a sleek decorator rod, these sheers bring a luxurious touch, while a motorised or corded lining behind the sheer provides additional light control and insulation. 

Veri Shades are another elegant choice, offering both sheer and block-out effects, ideal for large windows and sliding doors. 

For sliding doors, traditional vertical blinds remain popular, while panel glides offer a modern, streamlined alternative. Available in a range of fabrics, panel glides are a stylish and practical option. 

Bronwyn Dayman, Carpet Court’s window specialist with over 40 years of experience, can help guide customers through the many available options. 

Carpet Court’s stores in Kadina, Port Pirie and Clare showcase a wide selection of fabrics, rods, and tracks, offering much more than just flooring. 

Visit Carpet Court to explore the perfect window treatment solutions for your home and lifestyle.