Editor's Tip: 5 Ways to Create a Low-Carbon, Eco-Friendly Home
Release date:
2025-09-01
"West-facing, with large floor-to-ceiling windows..." For homes like these—now firmly established and structurally unable to undergo major transformations—what’s the smart solution to tackle their inherently "non-energy-efficient" nature? In fact, by making a few subtle "adjustments" during the renovation process, your home can easily join the ranks of "relatively energy-efficient" dwellings.
Tip 1: Install sealing strips on doors and windows
Some doors and windows suffer from poor manufacturing and installation quality, resulting in gaps that let cold air seep in during winter and heat escape in summer—plus, they often provide poor sound insulation as well. We recommend installing "weatherstripping" on your doors and windows. It’s easy to apply yet delivers noticeable improvements, helping you save energy in the long run.
Even if your home already has weatherstripping, you should still check it during seasonal transitions. Simply feel along the seams with your hand when there’s a breeze—if you can detect even a slight draft, it’s crucial to replace the weatherstripping promptly.
Tip #2: Add a "thermal layer" to your balcony door
To make indoor spaces feel more open and spacious, many families choose to remove the balcony doors connecting to their homes during renovations—or even opt for fully enclosing the balcony altogether, skipping the installation of balcony doors altogether. However, this approach is unwise.
According to reports, since most balconies are cantilevered, energy-saving features tend to be much weaker compared to standard walls. Without a balcony door, the entire home—due to this vulnerable spot—ends up consuming more energy for heating or cooling.
Experts recommend that when renovating, you not only keep the balcony door intact but also consider adding an extra insulation layer around the balcony area or directly onto the balcony door. Alternatively, if you decide to enclose the balcony, replacing it with double-glazed glass is a great option for improved thermal efficiency.
Tip #3: Apply "aluminum foil" to the top rooftop
Top-floor apartments or homes located at the ends of a building often suffer from the issue of being "cold in winter and hot in summer." When renovating, you can install some "special features" to improve this situation.
1. Attach low-emissivity materials, such as aluminum foil, to the inner surface of the roof to reduce radiative heat transfer between the roof surface and the human body.
2. Apply a layer of insulation mortar with a thickness of 20 to 30 millimeters on the inner side of the exterior wall, or paint the outer surface of the exterior wall with white or light-colored coating.
3. Lay a "thermal insulation layer" measuring 100 to 150 millimeters on top of the roof's waterproofing layer.
4. Replace the original steel or wooden windows with PVC windows or double-glazed windows.
Tip #4: Install a "sunshade" outside the window
Installing an "awning" outside the window, combined with curtains inside the room, are both excellent ways to reduce energy consumption during summer. Interestingly, exterior awnings can block most of the sun's radiation from entering the room—far more effective than relying solely on curtains.
When decorating, you can also opt for "heat-reflective" curtains—these feature a silver-white synthetic metallic material on the side facing outward, while the interior-facing side boasts a stylish, patterned fabric design. Not only do these heat-reflective curtains help you save energy, but they’re also an excellent solution to tackle the issue of excessive energy consumption caused by your home’s inherent inefficiency.
Tip 5: Plant some "Virginia creeper" at the base of the wall.
Climbing plants like wall creeper and ivy can grow directly along walls, while vines such as grapes, morning glories, coral vine, and trumpet creeper climb upward by wrapping around trellises. These plants thrive vigorously during the hot summer months, making them perfect for shading buildings from sunlight and absorbing solar heat. In winter, however, they shed their leaves, ensuring that the structures still receive ample daylight without obstruction.
According to calculations, during the peak summer season, houses with plants climbing their walls can see exterior wall surface temperatures drop by 4 to 5 degrees Celsius, and indoor temperatures will also decrease slightly.
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