Q. I online next to a highway in Ottawa. I requirement new window coverings in my bedroom that will assist dampen the noise however won’t intensify my asthma. What are my options?

— L.M., Ottawa

A. As an asthma sufferer, you’ll want to prevent putting up heavy material drapery in your house as well as select shades or blinds instead. There are some offered on the market today that assist minimize noise. For example, hunter Douglas uses a noise-absorbing shade called the Duette Honeycomb that likewise occurs to be energy effective while using significant light blocking qualities. For a lot more info on this product, have a look at the company’s web site (www.hunterdouglas.com).

Another choice (that you may think about pairing with the honeycomb blinds) is noise-reducing windows. Installed in front of your existing windows, they produce a noise barrier that, according to the manufacturers’ web sites, assists block out 25% to 90% of exterior noise. For a lot more info on this type of window, go to Cityproof or Citiquiet. You may requirement to do a bit of research study to discover a supplier in your area, however this just may be your option to getting a great night’s sleep.