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Solar Window Film battles High Heating Bills

The building I work in has a glass exterior. This allows for great views from the inside, and gives the campus of my employer a modern look. I have always wondered 2 things about these buildings -- why are they reflective, and how does the company afford to keep the temperature constant in such a building? The results of my research were interesting and can provide money-saving tips for those who have large windows at home.

Metallized/solar control window film can be applied to any glass window that gets a lot of direct sunlight. Depending on the laws in your state, it can even be applied to windshields. Many of the films are designed to enhance architectural designs by giving a gold, silver, or blue tint.

Here are a few benefits of solar window film:

  • Increased comfort

  • Reduced air conditioning costs

  • Reduced HVAC equipment wear and tear/maintenance

  • Increased fade resistance

  • Glare reduction

  • Daytime privacy
  • A quick search on my favorite home improvement retailer's website revealed that these solar films are readily available. I'm going to check them out next time I'm in the store. My parents just built a sunroom on to their house, so I'm going to discuss the benefits with them this weekend.

    You can find more information on solar window film at the International Window Film Association Website.

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