So, you\u2019re looking for curtains to keep your rooms nice and cosy? Choosing a thermal lining for your curtains or Roman blinds is an easy way to help reduce energy loss through your windows \u2013 and save you a few pennies on your heating bill at the same time.<\/p>\n
Tests have shown that 80% of energy is lost through your windows and that good quality thermal curtains can help retain 30% of that heat. In short, you can shave roughly 20% off your annual utility bill, simply by fitting thermal curtains.<\/p>\n
For added effectiveness, choose interlining as well as a thermal lining. An interlined and thermal curtain or Roman blind will help to keep even more heat in, at the same time as giving your curtains a fuller and plumper look.The only real difference between thermal and blackout lining is that blackout lining has an extra acrylic layer to block out the light. This actually makes blackout lining more effective as a thermal insulator than thermal lining but it will prevent light from streaming through the fabric; which is an attractive look for most rooms other than a bedroom.\u00a0 For more information on blackout linings, click here <\/a><\/p>\n If you want the thermal properties, at the same time as letting a little bit of light through then go for thermal lining.<\/p>\n Thermal lining is just a little bit more expensive than standard cotton lining (around 5-10% more), but the added long term benefits when you inevitably start saving money on your energy bills it\u2019s going to be well worth the investment.<\/p>\n Thermal lining is made using a poly\/cotton mix (blackout lining made from 100% natural materials doesn\u2019t yet exist). Most curtain companies offer white and off-white colour thermal lining and choose the best colour to match the fabric you\u2019ve chosen.<\/p>\n Some people considering thermally lined curtains are concerned by the way that their curtains will hang. Don\u2019t be. Thermal lining is a fraction of a millimetre thicker than cotton lining and will hang well.<\/p>\n