The assembly of the foam-and-plywood shutters, window and the air gap between them rates around R-11.5 or higher - close to the value of an insulated wall.

J.D.: Rolling shutters can protect your windows and sliding glass doors from severe weather. In many hurricane- prone areas, new homes and those having major improvement projects are required to ...

Nevada Rolling Shutters makes its shutters right here in Las Vegas. The company imports 12-foot-long slats from Germany in order to get a stable roll-formed aluminum product that is insulated to ...

Installing window insulation helps keep your indoor climate comfortable and reduces energy use. Avoid these mistakes to ensure the effectiveness of insulation.

Question: We live in a subdivision with small lots. We want more privacy along with savings on utility bills and better safety during storms. Are rolling window shutters feasible?

Instead of throwing out your old yet sturdy shutters, why not repurpose them into something that you can use around your home ...

Insulated shutters can boost your home’s thermal efficiency and reduce traffic noise. These window treatments have a polyisocyanurate rigid foam covered by wooden frames and plywood panels.

A: Building inexpensive, yet attractive, insulating window shutters is a simple do-it-yourself weekend job. These shutters not only save energy year-round, but they also provide privacy and ...

Specially insulated shutters and blinds can reduce heat loss through windows by up to 62%, according to Green Energy Efficient Homes. They also allow privacy without blocking out the light.