Are Roller Blinds Good for Blocking Out the Summer Heat?

The heat in Australia can be quite intense– especially in the midst of summer. Air conditioning is a viable option, but it can be expensive and cause quite the environmental load to boot.

As sustainable cooling options are starting to grow popular in the mainstream market, many Australians are turning to window treatments as an eco-and budget-friendly way to block the heat. There are all sorts of indoor and outdoor solutions, including indoor window coverings such as  vertical blinds, curtains, shutters that provide effective cooling for homes and businesses. That being said, roller blinds are one of our personal favourites.

What Are Roller Blinds?

Roller blinds are also commonly referred to as Holland blinds or blockout blinds because they are great at blocking out the sun from any room they are installed in. Their functionality is ideal for either partially or fully decreasing natural light in bedrooms, living rooms, businesses.

Roller blinds have several defining features for optimal heat-blocking, including the following:

• They come in a range of fabric options, some thicker like a blockout fabric and some more opaque like a sunscreen or translucent option.
• Roller blinds work by gathering the fabric into a roll at the top of the window glass (hence the name).
• Then can be lowered either manually with a blind chain or mechanically with our motorisation options, and adjusted as you please.
• Wynstan roller blinds are custom made to fit your exact window measurements.
• Double Up – you can double up a blockout and a translucent or sunscreen fabric to achieve your needs all year round – depending on how much light and insulation you’re after.

Benefits of Roller Blinds

There are a number of reasons why roller blinds that block heat are an effective way to get hot or cold air regulated in your Australian home this summer. Whether you’re living in Victoria, New South Wales, or elsewhere, this blind variety can provide benefits for you and your family.

Here are a few of the top advantages that roller blinds provide:

• UV Light Blockage– Blockout roller blinds are usually equipped with UV light resistance to keep the harmful rays out of your property. This means increased comfort and wellbeing while in your home or business.
• Reduced Glare– Do you suffer from screen glare when you watch TV or use the computer? Blockout blinds, thanks to the special fabrics available, can limit this problem. Never suffer from inconvenient sun reflection again by taking advantage of high-quality roller blinds.
• A Range of Fabrics Available– Roller blinds come in moisture-wicking and washable varieties. They can be printed or solid, and come in a variety of textures, colours and patterns.
• Customisable– Where you live and how much light you would like to block will affect which types of roller blinds are best for you. For slightly less intense solar blockage, opt for translucent roller blinds that allow more sun through. For ultimate coverage, block out roller blinds are ideal, as they are strong enough to use both day and night. You can also combine a blockout roller blind with a light-filtering blind in a double style for extra personalisation.
• Great Way to Save on Energy Bills– Roller blinds are one of the most cost-effective window covering options, saving you money in the present moment. However, they can also pad your wallet later on down the road by decreasing the amount you have to spend on interior cooling.
• Don’t trap heat– Roller blinds keep hot air from entering your living space, but they actually deflect it, which keeping the blinds themselves cool. The lighter the colour of your blinds and the more premium their fabric is, the less likely they are to attract solar rays.

Choosing Roller Blinds

If you live in a warm area but don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for indoor cooling methods, roller blinds offer the perfect alternative. A range of Wynstan roller blinds, including blockout and translucent blinds, is available to suit any budget and preference.
If you’re looking for the best blinds to block out sun and heat, give us a call today for a quote on your blinds and installation.