Let's go green

What does green actually mean?

Going green has become a common phrase in the past few years, but what does it actually mean? You could set your thermostat a bit lower in the winter to conserve energy, buy recyclable products, plant a tree, or bike to work. If those don’t appeal to you, you could start drinking water from an expensive, fashionable, aluminum canister, buy used clothes, or make your own cleaning products. There is an endless list of things you can do to become a little bit greener, but there are some methods that are more effective (and easier!) than others.

Take windows for example. Windows are the greatest source of wasted energy. Heat moves from warm to cold, so in the winter, windows let heat escape, and in the summer, windows let heat in. This means that you have to use more energy to heat or cool your home, which means you’re paying more. Window treatments are a great way to conserve energy as they can block up to 62% of the heat trying to enter and escape your home. The money you save on utility bills far outweighs the cost of the product, and you’re helping the environment by conserving fossil fuels.

There has never been a better time to invest in window treatments, either. With the economy hurting, window treatment companies are offering very competitive pricing. At Gordon’s Window Décor, everything is made right there in the store, so there are no shipping costs or middle men, which means a better price for you. All of Gordon’s products are individually signed by their creator as well, so if you’re not pleased, you know who to talk to.

Recycling, walking to work, and reusing leftover food containers can certainly make a difference in the environment, but it takes dedication. These things have to be done day after day, year after year, to make a difference. With insulating shades, all you have to do is shut them and you’re making the environment a better place, not to mention saving a bundle and increasing the value of your house for being more energy efficient.

So the next time you’re wondering how to go green, think about how much energy you could save by upgrading to insulating shades. New shades make your home look fresher, they save you money on your utility bills, and they conserve limited resources. It's a win-win situation for you... and the environment.