If early sales are any indication, consumers are already ?insulating? themselves from rising costs of heating their homes this winter by investing in Eclipse?a new line of energy-saving, light- and sound-blocking curtains from Ellery Window Fashions. Independent lab tests confirmed that these curtains, which come in a wide variety of styles and colors, can reduce energy loss by up to 25 percent compared to ordinary curtains, saving an average homeowner as much as $1,000 a year in heating costs. With heating oil costs currently 36% higher than last year, Eclipse curtains are an essential tool in any savings plan.
The curtains range in price from about $12 to $40 per panel, making them an affordable solution for the average family. They are sold in many national retailers, including JC Penney, Bed Bath & Beyond, Sears, Wal-Mart, Kmart, Target, and Lowe?s.
