Green By Nature
Galaxy Window Coverings is proud to represent Green By Nature products from Graber. These products have several "green" features, including energy savings and reduced UV damage inside your home. These products are produced from recycled products or from renewable materials such as bamboo.
Energy Efficiency
The following R-Values indicate a products ability to keep heat in and cold out. An uncovered double-pane window has an R-Value of about 3.25 and can be responsible for 40-70% of heat or cold transfer for your entire home.
Window Covering R-Values:
- Shutters (Wood, Composit and Vinyl) - range from 4 - 6.5
- Woven Woods - range from 3.5 - 4.5
- Roman Shades (Lined) - range from 5.5 - 8.5
- Roller Shades (Blackout) - range from 3.5 - 4
- Cellular Shades (Single Cell) - range from 3.5 - 4.5
- Cellular Shades (Double Cell) - range from 4.5 - 5.5
- Vertical Blinds (PVC & Fabric) - range from 3 - 4
- Horizontal Blinds (Metal) - range from 2 - 3.5
- Horizontal Blinds (Wood & Composite) - range from 4 - 4.5