Blackout curtains and blackout shades have the same primary job of blocking sunlight. However, they offer different ...

Dear Jim: I cannot afford to install new windows, but I need to do something to reduce heat loss and improve our comfort. Will installing insulated window shades accomplish this, and which are best?

CHICAGO—May 17, 2023—Automated insulating window shades can cut energy consumption by approximately one-quarter and may recoup the cost of installation within three to five years, according to a ...