Energy Saving Window Covers

RE: Energy Saving Window Covers Post By wondernana (Guest Post) (11/05/2008) What is black 3 mil paper? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Energy Saving Window Covers Post By Deb (Guest Post) (01/29/2007) You could have the same thing with rolled blinds made out of all kinds of materials and use them all year long while also having something a little more decorative. Some of the hardware stores have nice selections of these durning the summer. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Energy Saving Window Covers Post By amylucille (Guest Post) (09/24/2006) The black 3 mil paper can be purchased at any hardware store, walmart, etc. It is similiar to garbage bags but is stronger. The windows will get hot to the touch on a sunny day. I leave them up til Spring because you want the sun's heat to stay at the window and eliminate any air flow. Measure your window and cut out black mil paper. I hang mine up with masking tape because the paper is lightweight. The secret is to leave a one inch gap at the bottom of the window. This somehow keeps the air circulating. The bottom does not need to be taped down and should hang loosely. I forgot to clarify that my previous year's CCF's cost .87 and increased the next year to 1.28. Even with this jump, my gas bills were $5-$10 lower than the previous year. The black mil paper is very cheap between $3-$5 a roll and will last you a lifetime. My daughter complains that the whole side of the house is dark but never complains of being cold. I always set the temperature at 70 degrees because " I do not pay for cold!" I am a single parent but did this to see if the solar project worked. It was a success, and yes, my family makes fun of me but my bills are cheaper and my house is warmer than theirs. Hope this helps you! Amy Report Spam or Abuse RE: Energy Saving Window Covers Post By Bonnie (Guest Post) (09/21/2006) I want to know where to get and how to use it, as I've never heard of it. This is a terrific tip! Thanks a bunch!! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Energy Saving Window Covers Post By Reba (Guest Post) (09/21/2006) Can you put this on paper on the double pane windows? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Energy Saving Window Covers Post by mairmie (29) | (09/21/2006) Contact How do you get daylight/sunshine into your home with the windows covered in black paper? Do you attach them to a roller and pull them down only at night or do you have your windows covered all of the time? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Energy Saving Window Covers Post By regina (Guest Post) (09/21/2006) Where do you buy this black 3 mil paper? Report Spam or Abuse