how replacement windows can benefit your home

If you're an older person who suffers from sensitive eyes, you may want to reduce your exposure to light as much as possible. Even if you change the light bulbs in your lamps, nightlights, and ceiling fans, the bright sunlight filtering into your home may still aggravate your eyes. Try these tips to minimize the light filtering into your home.

Use Blackout Blinds and Curtains

If your condition is severe, you may want to place blackout blinds and curtains on every window in your house. Blackout blinds, curtains, and other window treatments are often used to keep homes cool in the summer months and toasty in the cold season, but the treatments may also keep light from filtering into your home through your window panes. 

Although you can find blackout curtains and shades in various colors, you may want to use black or another darker color in your home. White or cream-colored treatments may not keep your house as dim as you want it to be. These colors may allow some sunlight to filter into your home. 

If you don't like the idea of covering your windows in dark blinds or colors, tint them instead.

Tint Your Window Panes

Window tint isn't just for cars and trucks. Tint may also work well for people who can't tolerate direct sunlight on their skin and eyes. In addition, window tint keeps your eyes safe when you watch television, read a book, or use your tablet. These devices can give off glares and other types of light that may irritate your eyes over time.

You want to have a professional window contractor tint your windows for you. The film used to tint your windows can tear, rip, or bubble if you don't use the proper techniques to install it. A contractor can also use the right thickness and shade of tint for your home. Some types of tint can block out sunlight completely. If you wish to have some sunlight filter into your home during the day, you must use the proper tint to do so. 

You'll need to keep your windows free of residue in order to prevent problems with the film. A contractor may provide products and tips on how you can maintain your windows during the year. If you struggle to keep your tinted windows clean, contact a contractor, such as Solar Tint, Inc.

For more details on how to minimize light in your home, contact a window specialist today.