Are homeowners throwing money out the window? Here's a cold hard fact, heat lost through windows can account for up to 25% of a heating bill. In warmer weather, poorly insulated windows can make air conditioning work three times harder. American Blinds, Wallpaper and More, a leader in home décor for over fifty years, recommends installing energy efficient window treatments to reduce costly utility bills all year long. New window treatments are a beneficial addition to your home. American Blinds, Wallpaper and More offers the latest solutions to save energy and money. * Cellular Shades - The smart and stylish honeycomb construction is highly insulating. Their clean, classic design looks great alone, or combined with other drapery treatments. * Thermal Curtains and Black Out Liners - Both block out light while helping to maintain a room's temperature at a comfortable level while using less energy. Here are more energy saving tips: * Cooling Season Tip - For warmer weather conditions, install window shades or blinds with a white surface facing out to reflect heat away from your home. * Heating Season Tip - During the cooler season, keep window shades and blinds on your south-facing windows open during the day to allow sunlight to warm-up rooms, and closed at night to reduce the chill.