Save Money with Sophisticated Sun Control

<h2 style="margin: 10pt 0in 0pt"><font size="3" color="#990000">Save Money with Sophisticated Sun Control</font></h2><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt">(ARA) – Do you ever wish you could create a more comfortable home environment while also having a positive impact on the environment? This can be your reality with motorized awnings and window coverings. Window covering and awning motorization has many benefits, one of which is reducing heat gain and loss — which creates a more energy efficient home.</span></p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt"><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">By providing shade to windows and patio doors, interior temperatures can be significantly reduced, which will ultimately help to reduce cooling costs. According to an energy study conducted by the Professional Awning Manufacturers Association, more energy is lost through glass doors and windows than through any other part of the home. On a hot day, more energy comes through one square foot of glass than through an entire insulated wall. Solar radiation through glass is responsible for approximately 20 percent of the load on an air conditioner.</p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"> </p><div style="text-align: center"><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,29,0" width="425" height="282"><param name="movie" value="../images/banners/8c.swf" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="menu" value="false" /><param name="wmode" value="" /><embed src="../images/banners/8c.swf" wmode="" quality="high" menu="false" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="282"></embed></object></div>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">The exceptional insulating benefits of awnings and window coverings are enhanced with motorization that is so easy to use, you’ll find yourself using them more frequently. At the press of a button, shades can raise or lower and awnings can extend or retract to meet your needs. Control options are compatible with both interior window coverings and awnings and can be used together or separately. They include handheld remotes, wireless wall switches and timers that you can program to operate shades at predefined times or sensors that can automatically lower shades and extend awnings when the sun reaches its strongest intensity. There is also a wind sensor for an awning that automatically retracts it upon detecting wind generated movements, so your investment is always protected. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">In addition to their energy efficiency, motorized awnings are also a great addition to your home for other reasons. They make your deck or patio a more enjoyable area that extends your living space. You can turn your outdoors into a comfortable space that you’ll use time and again with family and friends without the worry of intense sun or other weather factors. Having this available is even more important in today’s economic climate because you can spend more time at home instead of incurring the cost of a vacation. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">Automated window treatments also offer additional benefits beyond saving energy. Motorization provides a safe and easy solution for accessing window treatments that are hard-to-reach, whether they are in a high foyer or even above a bathtub or sink. They also allow you to reduce harsh glare when viewing television or computer screens, without interrupting your activity. Also, because they eliminate dangling cords, you create a safer environment for small children or pets. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">Incorporating motorized window coverings and awnings into your home offers the best of both worlds by combining luxury with performance. "Automated retractable awnings and window coverings enhance the beauty of your home. Both come in a wide variety of decorative colors and designs which will give your home added value and create a space that you’ll always enjoy. You have the pleasure of knowing that you’re improving your quality of life while also reducing energy consumption," says Tracy Christmann, marketing manager for Somfy Systems, Inc. </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"> </p><div style="text-align: center"><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,29,0" width="425" height="282"><param name="movie" value="../images/banners/8a.swf" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="menu" value="false" /><param name="wmode" value="" /><embed src="../images/banners/8a.swf" wmode="" quality="high" menu="false" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="282"></embed></object></div>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">To learn more about how you can bring your home to life with an automated retractable awning or window coverings contact Somfy at (877) 43-SOMFY to receive a free information kit or to find the name of a Somfy Expert retailer in your area. Visit them on the Web at <a href="http://www.somfysystems.com" target="_blank">www.somfysystems.com</a> .</p>  <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt">Courtesy of ARAcontent</span></p></span>