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Window
8 ways to Green Your Window
Let the sun shine in without leaking energy. Boost the efficiency of your windows with these green strategies.
Buy a draft stopper
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These simple products cut down on air leakage.
Lower the shades
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On hot days, lower the shades on windows that receive direct sunlight. On cold days, keep the curtains and blinds shut to help retain interior heat.
Install storm windows
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If new energy-efficient windows don't fit your pocketbook or your antique house, opt for storm windows. Find out why some storm windows even outperform more expensive replacement windows.
Choose a window film
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Adhesive films can enhance solar resistance or help control air gaps in the windows you already own.
Seal air leaks
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Caulk or weatherstripping will do the trick.
Buy a low-e window
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These products can significantly limit heat exchange.
Install double-pane windows
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Double window panes keep heat out in warm months and in during cooler months. As a result, you'll cut heating costs by 34 percent and cooling costs by 38 percent.
Buy an ENERGY STAR skylight or solar tube
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Roof windows are beautiful home additions but should be chosen carefully, too.
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