How many times have you seen a house that has aluminum foil in all the windows? It’s an old trick used to reflect the sun’s heat and keep the house cooler; but, be honest, it looks terrible. It also keeps your house dark and gloomy inside.
Instead of aluminum foil, take a look at the new types of window film. This is a very do-it-yourself-friendly project, and almost all brands of window film today will block 99% of the sun’s UV rays, which will mean you don’t have to worry about fading of furniture or flooring. Plus, you can reflect the solar heat and still enjoy the view.
And by reducing the heat gain, your air conditioning system will work less to keep your home comfortable, which also means you’re saving energy dollars every month.
Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.
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