Don't Get Caught Out This Spring

After a long cold winter, the re-emergence of longer days, shorter nights and warmer temperatures is always welcome. That said, it also results in a number of challenges. Not least the potential for uncomfortably high internal temperatures. An application of window film is simple, cost effective and most importantly of all; it works!

Solar gain is not a new phenomenon. The basic premise is that sunlight streams through glazing throughout the day, gradually increasing the internal temperature. If you have large or numerous windows, this process will be more acute, while if you have a conservatory or summer room, you’ll already be all too aware as to how hot in can get. Solar control window film from The Window Film Company is designed to allow you to enjoy your home during the summer without having to resort to closing blinds and curtains or turning to expensive air conditioning.

The premise of window film is simple, yet hugely effective. Solar control window film is a very thin layer of technically advanced film that is applied to the internal face of your glass (external grades are available should an internal fitting not be possible). It has a reflective appearance that serves to bounce away a percentage of the solar energy before it has a chance to enter your property and add to the temperature.

Once applied, the film will still allow excellent natural light levels to pass through the glass, so it won’t make your room dark. It will also allow for a view out during daylight hours, so you won’t be sacrificing your view either. Finally, there is no need to worry about the film making your room cold. Depending on the type of film you choose (there are a number of different options, each with different performance levels) the film will reject a certain percentage of the sun’s energy, preventing the steady build up of excess heat – not blocking it altogether.

Solar control film from The Window Film Company also delivers additional benefits. As well as cutting down on excess heat, the film will also help prevent glare. This can be a year-round issue, making it hard to focus on screens or read in comfort; window film will help by filtering out the harshest of the sunlight and delivering a comfortable internal environment. An application of window film will also help fight against fading. The majority of our solar control films block around 99% of the sun’s harmful UV rays – the biggest cause of fading.

With our teams of installers operating throughout the country, you can be assured of a flawless finish wherever you are. Act now and make sure you’re sorted for summer!

If you have any questions about any of our window films, please call a friendly member of the team on 01494 794477 or email info@windowfilm.co.uk.