• Julia Nilstål
Spring is here, and with rising outdoor temperatures and stronger sunlight, the heat in our homes also increases – which can be bothersome. While high temperatures require several measures to completely block out the heat, the right indoor sun protection can reduce heat gain and provide a more comfortable indoor climate during the sunny and warm months. Interior sun protection in the window is often also a smoother and more stylish alternative than, for example, window awnings.
When the heat rises outside, our homes should be a place to protect ourselves from the scorching sun, something that is particularly important for infants and the elderly. Fortunately, there are several different options for interior window sun protection to choose from – everything from roller blinds with heat-reducing fabrics to smart pleated blinds. Interior sun protection in the window is often also a smoother and more stylish alternative than, for example, window awnings.
Here is our guide on how to reduce the risk of sleepless, sweaty nights and achieve a cooler and more comfortable indoor temperature with the help of interior sun protection products.
Choose light colors
It's easy to automatically think that dark colours are best when it comes to keeping out strong sunlight, but the fact is that dark colours actually tend to attract heat much more than light ones. In windows where the sun shines for a large part of the day, it is therefore best to opt for light sunshades to keep the room at a comfortable temperature. This way, you reduce the heat from the sunlight entering, while dark colours generally attract heat which then spreads from the sunshade into the room.
During the summer, it is often the bedroom where we experience the heat as most disturbing, combined with the bright nights that keep us awake. For a cool and dark bedroom, a blackout blind in a light colour is therefore a good choice of internal sun protection. In rooms where young children and infants stay, the need for a good night's sleep or rest becomes extra important. Aesthetically, light colours are also a good choice for sunny windows. In children's rooms where the decor is often light and airy and the colour scheme is in soft pastels, a black or dark blind can be particularly noticeable. A light-coloured sunshade is therefore the most suitable option when you want to keep the summer heat out!
Screen: Heat reduction with a view
The absolute best tip for heat reduction in rooms where the view is important is to choose a roller blind with screen fabric. A blackout blind is effective against light and heat, but can easily create a closed-in feeling during the day when you still want natural light indoors. Screen roller blinds appear transparent from the inside, so you can still enjoy the daylight and the view.
Solar energy, which in turn creates heat, is reflected by up to 78% with a roller blind with screen fabric. They also have UV blocking of up to 97%, protecting both you and your interior from harmful UV rays.
In large windows where the light plays a significant role in the overall ambiance, full-coverage sun protection might seem less appealing. At the same time, these types of windows are in great need of internal sun protection, as the temperature quickly becomes unbearable on warm and sunny days.
Large, beautiful windows are common in newly built houses where the facade and house design are an important detail. External sun protection, such as window awnings, can disrupt the overall impression and also require damage to the facade. Screen roller blinds are also available in screw-free models that are tensioned in the window with friction, thus causing no damage whatsoever to the facade or window frame!
Titan: Our most effective sun protection against heat
Our most effective heat protection against heat is called Titan and is a roller blind with a silver backing that reflects away a large part of the sun's rays. In this way, the heat entering through the window is reduced very effectively, even during the hottest time of the year.
The fabric is blackout, so you can enjoy long, wonderful lie-ins during the summer months without being disturbed by either the sunlight or the heat in the room. For the elderly and infants who also need rest during the day when the sun is at its strongest, Titan is an effective sun protection alternative to keep both temperature and light levels down in the room.
The Titan fabric is available for several of our roller blind models so you can choose the option that is most suitable for your windows, both in terms of function.
Honeycomb Pleated Blind: Heat Reduction with Stylish Design
The trendy pleated blind has increased in popularity in recent years – and it's easy to see why. This stylish sun protection solution has a sleek design and suits most rooms with its beautifully pleated fabric. The pleated blind is available in several different models, for easy adjustment of sun shading and light control.
If you choose a so-called honeycomb fabric, you get a sun protection that is both blackout and effective for heat reduction. This fabric model is designed with double layers that form an air gap in the space between the fabrics. The effect of this is that some of the heat from the window is insulated in the air gap instead of entering the room. The honeycomb fabric is thus a good choice aesthetically, as the threads running through the fabric become less visible as they are hidden in the air gap – which makes a pleated blind with honeycomb fabric a stylish part of your window.