Does window film really reduce heat?
Does window film really reduce heat?
Eliminate excessive heat. While curtains and blinds are great for privacy and help to block some heat, they do so at the cost of natural light. 3M™ Window Films can reduce up to 78% of the sun’s heat coming through your windows, to help make your home bright and comfortable, all day long.
Does window film go on the inside or outside?
In most cases, window film is installed on the inside of the glass. This allows for maximum durability. On vehicles, the window tint is hand-cut on the outside of the glass, then installed on the interior of the glass.
How do I choose a window film for my home?
In other words, films that have a high VLT will allow more light to filter through your windows, while films with a low VLT will allow less light to do so. The lower VLTs—often in the 10% range—will allow very little light into your home. Linked to the VLT, of course, is the film’s ability to block the sun’s heat.
Can you use window film on double pane windows?
Double-pane windows have a space between two sealed pieces of glass. The space is usually filled with a gas. If you apply the wrong film, it may cause the seal in the glass to break or the glass could shatter. Most of today’s architectural window films, including the ones we install, are safe for double-pane windows.
Will window film reduce my energy bill?
High-reflectivity window film, also called solar window film, can be an affordable way to start saving energy and reducing your monthly electric bills without spending a lot to upgrade your home’s windows, like you would with solar-control glazed, or low e2 coated, glass.
How does window film Save Energy?
Primary Energy Saving Window film delivers it’s biggest savings in the cost of cooling an over-heated room. Reducing the amount of light entering through a window keeps the room from heating up rapidly. The room may only need to be cooled towards the end of the day when the cumulative effect of the available sunlight has become too much.
Saves Energy Window film can save you nearly 25%-30% on heating and cooling costs during the winter and summer,respectively.
Where to buy window film?
Ideal for both interior and exterior windows, Lowe’s has a variety of window film options from different brands, including GILA window film, Artscape window film and WallPops window film to help you find something you’ll love on your windows. To add a pop of color, shop decorative window film.
