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		<title>Window Treatments Help with Cold Weather</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:29:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pat, Home Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Window treatments help give any room in our home a beautiful and finished look.  They can also help keep the cold out and the warmth in during the winter.  They act as a shield in addition to the window to help block out the cold.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/window_treatments-c.jpeg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2729" title="window treatments" src="http://www.directhomediscount.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/window_treatments-c.jpeg" alt="Window blinds help keep you home comfortable." width="329" height="272" /></a><a title="window treatments" href="http://www.windowblindsdiscount.com/wood-blinds.aspx" target="_blank">Window treatments</a> help give any room in our home a beautiful and finished look.  They can also help keep the cold out and the warmth in during the winter.  They act as a shield in addition to the window to help block out the cold.</p>
<h3>3 Window Treatments for the Winter</h3>
<p>Actually, the window treatments listed below can help year around but particularly in the winter.  They provide a barrier that, in some cases, can also lower our energy bills.</p>
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<li>Curtains or Drapes – curtains are you best choice particularly if you have drafty windows.  The heavy the curtains or drapes, the better protection level you have.</li>
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<li>Blinds – you can choose from many different types of blinds to compliment your home’s décor and help prevent heat from escaping through the windows.</li>
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<li>Shades – whether you prefer roman, roller, solar, or any other type of shade, you will aid in blocking cool air from entering and warm are from leaving.</li>
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<p>Add to the beauty of your décor and add another layer of protection from the cold during the winter.  Choose from hundreds of styles available in window treatments.</p>
<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="../../" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> offers a wide array of home accessories and <a title="window treatments" href="http://www.windowblindsdiscount.com/wood-blinds.aspx" target="_blank">window treatments</a> to help you create a beautiful home environment.</p>
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		<title>Conserve Energy this Winter with Window Treatments</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:20:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pat, Home Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you live in an extremely colder climate and need to turn your heater on, then you want to conserve that heat and not have it escape. Either way, you can keep an even temperature throughout your home by using window treatments.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1184" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="curtains" src="http://www.directhomediscount.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/curtains1.jpg" alt="curtains" width="349" height="231" />If you live in an extremely colder climate and need to turn your heater on, then you want to conserve that heat and not have it escape. Either way, you can keep an even temperature throughout your home by using window treatments.</p>
<p><strong>Window Blinds </strong>– prevent heat from the inside of your home from leaking outside. There are different kinds of blinds to choose from such as bamboo blinds, aluminum blinds, shutter blinds and more.</p>
<p><strong>Shades </strong>– if you have good windows without drafts and cracks, shades can boost the thermal comfort in your home. One of the most popular types of shades are roman but other styles include roller and solar just to name a few.</p>
<p><strong>Curtains </strong>– curtains can be installed in addition to window blinds for a layering effect that can help you keep even more warmth in your home. The type of curtain you choose is completely up to you and your décor.</p>
<p>Whatever your home improvement project may be, whether <a title="window treatments" href="http://www.windowblindsdiscount.com/default.aspx " target="_blank">window treatments</a> , <a title="furniture" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/home-furnishings.aspx " target="_blank">furniture</a> , or <a title="appliances" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/appliances.aspx " target="_blank">appliances</a> , <a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/ " target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> offers a wide selection of top-quality, brand-name products that can save up to 50% off retail prices.</p>
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