The colder weather is here, and so are rising energy costs. The good news? We’ve got expert tips and energy-saving window solutions to help you reduce heat loss and save on your energy bills. Installing the right blinds can trap heat inside your home, keeping it cosy while cutting heat loss by up to 33%, according to the British Blind and Shutter Association (BBSA).
In this blog, we’ll show how our products—especially our Pleated and Cellular collection—can boost energy efficiency and keep your home warmer throughout the colder months.
Why Choose Pleated & Cellular?
Our Pleated and Cellular blinds combine style with practicality, offering excellent thermal performance to keep your home warm and energy-efficient. Cellular blinds’ honeycomb design traps air, reducing heat loss and maintaining a cosy indoor environment.
For extra insulation, choose solar-reflective fabrics like Mythic or Equa, which reflect sunlight in summer and retain warmth in winter.
Tip: Pair with a Perfect Fit® frame to eliminate gaps and maximise insulation.
Fabric: Lexington Terra
Heat-Saving Roller Blinds
Stylish, practical, and energy-efficient — our Roller Blinds don’t just look good, they help keep your home warm. According to the BBSA, standard roller blinds can reduce heat loss by up to 13%.
Save more heat? Upgrade to Perfect Fit® Frames for a snug, streamlined finish that enhances your décor and delivers up to 19% additional energy savings when using a frame-mounted design.
Fabric: Hanson Dusk
Roman & Curtains for Cosy Comfort
A top choice for timeless style and practicality, Roman blinds and curtains keep cold air out while making your home cosy and inviting, perfect for creating a snug, comfortable space.
Choosing a blockout lining adds a heavyweight layer that reduces heat loss and helps maintain a comfortable indoor temperature during colder months
Tip: For extra warmth and a cosy layered look, consider pairing Roman or Cellular blinds with curtains. This combination not only enhances insulation but also adds texture and depth to your home interior.
Motorised Blinds for Smarter Warmth
Many of our blinds and curtains are available with a range of motorisation options — including Stelor, Somfy, and Cruze systems — giving you greater flexibility, convenience, and control. With smart scheduling through the Somfy Connectivity Kit, you can automate your window coverings to suit your lifestyle and improve energy efficiency.
Motorisation allows you to program your blinds or curtains to open during daylight hours to welcome natural sunlight, and close past sunset to retain heat and prevent cold air entering — significantly enhancing your home’s energy performance.
Energy-Saving Tips:
– Close the gaps: choose Perfect Fit® to minimise gaps that allow cold air to flow.
– Use smart scheduling: Automate your blinds to open during the day and close at sunset. Motorised blinds can be scheduled to open during the day and close at sunset, helping to retain heat effortlessly.
– Keep south-facing blinds open: Let the sun naturally warm your home (it’s free – unlike rising energy costs)
– Choose Thermal Fabrics: opting for blockout with its extra layer of insulation for your window
Stay warmer and lower your energy bills this season with The Fabric Box. Discover our full range of blinds and curtains and find that ideal style to suit your home.
Source: British Blind & Shutter Association (BBSA). Energy Saving.