The Stats Behind The Energy Savings of Exterior Shades
• Exterior blinds and shades are up to 7 times more effective at stopping heat from entering the home than interior blinds or window tinting.
• EZ Snap’s exterior shades block up to 90% of the sun’s heat
• 16% of the U.S. electricity is used for air conditioning.
• 43% of the U.S. peak energy load in the summer months is for air conditioning.
• EZ Snap exterior shade screens can lower interior temperatures by up to 15 degrees F
• Millions of birds could be saved annually if the use of exterior shades increased by as little as 10%
• Cooling costs can be reduced by up to 60% by using an exterior window shade
• Windows facing the summer sun can let in the equivalent amount of heat as a 1500 watt electric heater for every 10 sq/ft of glass
• Exterior shades have 7 benefits in one product – Lower energy costs, increased comfort, reduced glare, reduced U.V. damage to the interior, day-time privacy, eliminate bird strikes, and windows look cleaner (less sun to reflect off of dirt)
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Common questions
Are exterior shades more effective than interior blinds?
Yes, exterior blinds and shades are up to 7 times more effective at stopping heat from entering a home than interior blinds or window tinting. The reason is that exterior shades intercept the sun's heat before it passes through the glass, while interior treatments only act after the heat is already inside.
How much of the sun's heat do exterior shades block?
EZ Snap exterior shades block up to 90% of the sun's heat while still letting you see through the mesh. That level of blocking can lower interior temperatures by up to 15 degrees Fahrenheit, so rooms stay noticeably cooler without going dark.
Can exterior window shades lower cooling costs?
Yes, cooling costs can be reduced by up to 60% by using an exterior window shade. This matters because air conditioning accounts for 16% of U.S. electricity use and 43% of peak summer energy load, so cutting the heat that reaches your windows takes a big load off the AC.
Why do windows let in so much heat in summer?
Windows facing the summer sun can let in about the same heat as a 1,500 watt electric heater for every 10 square feet of glass. That concentrated solar gain is why unshaded windows drive up interior temperatures and cooling bills, and why blocking the heat outside the glass makes such a large difference.
What benefits do exterior shades provide besides energy savings?
Exterior shades deliver seven benefits in one product: lower energy costs, increased comfort, reduced glare, less UV damage to interiors, daytime privacy, fewer bird strikes, and cleaner-looking windows. The mesh weave is designed to block the heat without blocking your view out.
