The Best Window Treatments For The Southwest and Bakersfield
When people think of the American Southwest and Bakersfield, they often picture warm, dry weather. However, residents know that even though the days can be searing, the evenings can drop too much colder temperatures. That’s why window treatments in the Southwest must work twice as hard in keeping your home both cool and warm. Plantation shutters and roller shades do this and more for your Bakersfield home.
Custom Plantation Shutters Increase Energy Efficiency
If the sun shines down on your Bakersfield house all day long but leaves you cold after the sun goes down, you need window treatments that help maintain your home’s temperature. Plantation shutters have a unique design that makes them one of the best window treatments for Southwest homeowners who want to stay comfortable without taxing their HVAC system.
Plantation shutters shut tightly to block unneeded light and temperature extremes. During the day, you can close the shutter panels to keep your house cool and dim. As the sun moves, tilt open the louvers to filter the light. If you want a cool breeze and full view of the sunset in the evening, open the shutter panels and your windows. Then, shut them again when it gets dark and cold.
For increased energy efficiency, try Polywood® shutters in your house. Their one-of-a-kind weatherstripping can keep a room 30 degrees cooler than the outside temperature during the summer. You can use them to lower the temperature in rooms with full sun or put them throughout your home for increased comfort. And, of course, they limit cold drafts when the desert sun goes down.
Plantation shutters look beautiful in Bakersfield homes, too. The Southwest enjoys many distinct architectural styles, such as Spanish Mission Revival, Ranch, and modern Southwest-style. Unlike other window treatments, plantation shutters come custom-crafted to snugly fit--rather than cover up--any shape of windows. Their adaptability makes them work just as well for arched windows in Mission Revival homes as for the sliding patio doors and picture windows in Ranch houses.
Interior shutters come in many comfortable neutral hues, too. Consider hardwood Ovation® shutters to coordinate with the rich organic and wood tones that are typical in Southwest-style homes. Or you can match the pristine white shades of a Spanish Mission home with white Polywood shutters. If you’ve decorated your Ranch home with a natural theme, reclaimed wood shutters will fit perfectly.
Roller Shades Block And Diffuse Sunlight
Roller shades offer another great option for limiting the sun’s rays. If your Bakersfield home has grand, sunny views where you want to control sun glare and block the heat, blackout roller shades let you do both. Completely opaque, they block outside light and its heat on a hot Southwest day. However, if your home has smaller pueblo-style windows that already limit the sunlight in your house, you can try sheer roller shades and still enjoy natural light.
Roller shades also come in a variety of colors, materials, and styles that effortlessly complement most home styles. Color plays an important role in the ambiance of many Southwest home styles. Get colored roller shades of medium opacity to fill a bold Spanish-influenced room with colorful light. Or you can use neutral colored shades for rustic décor. Roller shades’ modern look works well with both mid-century and contemporary Ranch homes, too.
Learn About Window Treatments For The Southwest At Sunburst Shutters
Keep your Bakersfield home cozy day and night with energy-efficient window treatments from Sunburst Shutters. We carry a variety of options that complement popular Southwest house styles. To discover the perfect window treatments for your home, give us a call at 661-449-1092 or submit the form below to set up a free in-home consultation.
