There are many benefits to having window treatments throughout your home. Window treatments and shades allow you to control the amount of natural light that comes into your home. This provides comfort and energy efficiency. In the winter time they will act as an insulator and help keep your heat in and in the summer will help to keep the heat out. You will notice a difference in your energy bill once window treatments are installed and used properly. Shades also help protect against harmful UV rays. Think of shades as the sunscreen to your home. The UV rays as we know can damage our skin but over time they can also fade wood flooring and furniture.