Heat reduction window film is an effective way of reducing excess heat and glare, and is suitable for use in residential and commercial settings.
Solar control film from The Window Film Company works by rejecting a percentage of the sun’s solar energy (heat) before it can pass through the glass and add to the internal temperature. This is in contrast to untreated glass, which allows all of the sun’s solar energy to pass through the glazing and into the property.
In addition to reflecting away a percentage of the sun’s heat, solar control window film will also reduce glare by filtering out the harshest of the sunlight – think of it as a pair of light sunglasses for your windows. Heat reduction film will also deliver the added benefit of blocking up to 99% of the sun’s potentially harmful and damaging UV rays – the biggest contributing factor to fading.
While all of the heat reduction films supplied and installed by The Window Film Company deliver these three benefits (heat reduction, glare reduction and UV filtering) the performance level depends on the product chosen, with each solar control film having a different appearance and subsequent performance level.
This installation took place at a large residential property in Oxfordshire, with the homeowner seeking a heat reduction solution for a number of rooflights.
The large glazed panels formed a striking feature in the home, with the glass allowing for excellent levels of natural light to illuminate the space below. Unfortunately, during warm spells of weather, the constant sunlight was leading to uncomfortable temperatures. A solution was sought that would help reduce excess heat while still allowing for a reasonable amount of light to pass through, with a daytime view to the exterior maintained.
Taking into account the key considerations, it was agreed that High Reflective Silver solar control film was the appropriate choice. This high-performance heat reduction film takes on an external reflective appearance during daylight hours, with this mirrored look serving to bounce away a percentage of heat before it can pass through the glass. This is achieved while still allowing a view from the inside out during the day.
The key performance data for High Reflective Silver is as follows:
- Total Solar Energy Rejected: 78%
- Glare Reduction: 79%
- UV Light Rejected: 99%
The film was installed to the internal face of the skylights by a team of The Window Film Company’s expert installers, delivering a perfect finish throughout. The film was effective immediately, delivering high-performance heat and glare reduction, while also heling to slow down the fading process by blocking UV rays – all without blocking the view from the inside out during the day and delivering an aesthetic finish in keeping with the modern, contemporary style of the home.
For more information about the solar control window films supplied and installed by The Window Film Company, or for advice on which film is right for your residential or commercial window film project, please contact a member of our team by calling 01494 794477, email sales@windowfilm.co.uk or fill out our contact us form.
