What is the Advantage and Disadvantage of Heat Blocking Window Film

If you are a homeowner or commercial building owner whose home or office structure has large windows that let in high amounts of sunlight, but you don't want to cover them up with blinds or shades, then heat control window film may be an effective alternative means to shield the interior of your space from the harsh ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun. Window film is a thin ' and virtually undetectable ' layer of plastic affixed to either the inside or outside surface of window glass, although applying it to the interior side is typically most effective. Window film can also come in many different types of tints (from totally opaque to dark and metallic) and can be cleaned with certain types of non-abrasive materials. This protection solution can also be more affordable than shades or blinds in certain cases. Here are some of the benefits and disadvantages of installing this type of window film.

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The Pros of Heat Control Window Film

Heat, or sun, control window film can help you maintain the benefits of letting in natural light while lowering your commercial building or home's energy costs and giving anybody who enters your structure a more pleasant experience. It also typically will not change the appearance of your building. Here are other benefits of this type of window film: Heat rejection saves money: 3M' Sun Control Window Film, for example, can reject up to 73 percent of the sun's heat and reduce your air conditioning bill by up to 30 percent by moderating indoor temperatures, according to solarx.com. Additionally, a return on the cost of a window film project can be as low as two years on average. UV rejection means less fading of furnishings: Lower exposure to sunlight means furniture, rugs, paintings, , wallpapers, wooden floors, and fabric can be better protected against potential fading, which is largely caused by UV rays. Per solarx.com, 3M' Sun Control Window Film can block up to 99 percent of UV rays. Reduce glare and decrease discomfort: Heat, or sun, control window film can also help to significantly lower glare caused by the sun. This can permit employees who use computers to work more comfortably without needing to strain their eyes or reposition themselves or their computers to avoid glare. Sun control film can reduce glare by as much as 85 percent. Additionally, heat control window film that looks like frosted glass can be used in rooms where more privacy is needed, such as bathrooms. Some types of window film also come with an added level of security. They help hold glass together more firmly (some are shatter-resistant), and thus they significantly reduce the probability of break-ins.

The Cons of Heat Control Window Film

Despite all of its positive characteristics, there are also a few drawbacks to installing heat control window film. First, film may not always provide as much protection from the sun as shades or blinds because it is thinner, by definition. Thus, if sunlight hits your TV so much that it provides a glare, film may not be enough to stop this. The same is true if the light from the sun hits your eyes every day at the breakfast table. Window film may also not always provide enough (or any) privacy unless it is very dark. Additionally, film cannot be as easily removed as shades or blinds if you want to see outside. Heat control window film may also not be a great option if you often travel for extended periods of time every year, as your windows can easily become damaged during the wintertime and your home can become more susceptible to burglaries because it will be more obvious that you are not home than if you had blinds or shades.

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When it comes to controlling the amount of sunlight that enters a living space, many people use blinds or shades. Shades and blinds can also protect interior furnishings from the damage caused by exposure to UV rays. However, window film is a better option in some cases. It is also the less expensive choice. But it does have its pros and cons, which we cover below. At Designer Films, we offer 3M Sun Control Window Film that effectively controls sunlight and damaging UV rays.

Pros of Window Film for Sun Control

1. Protects Furnishings. One of the major benefits of window film for sun control is the degree to which it reduces UV rays that enter the home and cause damage to flooring, furniture, and artwork.

2. Reduces Cooling Costs. With the reduced level of UV radiation entering your space, less heat is generated. This results in a reduction in the cost to cool your space.

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3. Preserves the View While Reducing Glare. Sun Control window film is available in various tint levels ' everything from very dark to totally clear. Many homeowners prefer a clear film or light tint to reduce the glare of the sun without diminishing the view or being noticeable from inside or outside the home.

4. Adds Security. Some window films that protect from the sun also add a level of security by keeping the glass together when it is broken, which could slow down the progress of a would-be intruder.

Cons of Window Film for Sun Control

1. Warranty Issues. Rather than reflecting the rays of the sun, some window films absorb all those rays. When sun control window film is installed on double-pane windows, the warranty may be voided. The film having absorbed the sun's rays also transfers that heat to the window glass, causing it to expand, which can break the glass or the factory seal, thus cancelling the warranty.

2. Choosing a Film that Makes the Room too Dark. If a mistake is made in choosing a Sun Control window film that is too dark, the room will be made so dark that more artificial lighting will be required during the daytime.

3. Not a Permanent Solution. Window film will eventually need to be replaced. Exposure to sunlight and other elements will necessitate replacement after a few years, although that timeframe can vary greatly, anywhere from 5 to 30 years depending on the quality of the window film and its level of exposure to certain elements.

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