When you think of home security, the mind instantly goes to locks, alarms, security cameras and other nifty security tech. These gadgets are the first choice for home security because they actively keep intruders out. However, there are other security solutions that are often overlooked, and one of those is curtains. Specifically, blackout curtains.
What are blackout curtains?
Blackout curtains are drapes made of double-lined, tightly woven material. They completely block sunlight from entering the window they shield, so they are perfect for bedrooms. When it comes to people outside your home looking in, blackout curtains provide you the peace of mind that no one can see into your home and private life.
How do blackout curtains protect you from home intruders?
As much you may not like to think about it, break-ins are often planned in advance by someone who can see into a home. If there is something valuable on display that can be seen through a window, it may attract the wrong type of attention. With blackout curtains, no one can see into your home, which makes it a less attractive option for burglars. Blackout curtains also make it difficult for people outside your home to determine which rooms are which, and what objects and valuables might be in them. In saying this, it is important to ensure it appears as though someone is at home at night and when you are away. So, blackout curtains may not be the furnishing solution for every window in your home. However, their application in bedrooms, street-level and other private spaces with street-facing windows will help to secure your home
Other benefits of blackout curtains
Blackout curtains prevent all light from the outside world from entering a room. As such, they are very energy efficient. As summer approaches, your energy bills will likely increase with increased use of fans and air-conditioning. Blackout curtains keep the cool air in for longer and help reduce your energy bills. So, not only are they a great solution for privacy but also for energy efficiency. When winter comes around again, blackout curtains are also excellent insulators. Again, this will reflect well on your energy bills.
If you are a parent of young children living in a State or Territory that has daylight savings, you’d know the struggle of getting your kids to sleep when it’s still light outside. With blackout curtains, your children’s bedrooms can be dark enough to sleep at any time of the day.
Lastly, blackout curtains provide full privacy, which goes hand-in-hand with security. They prevent anyone from outside being about to see what happens in your home when you are there. If you are living in an urban, highly populated place, a high rise in the city or very busy street, blackout curtains will give you the peace of mind that your home is a private, secure and safe place.
- Your Fashionline Team