Heat On The Horizon

Heat Build Up Reducing Window Film & Solar Control

There will no doubt have been a few people taken by surprise by the unseasonably warm temperature last month, with the warmest ever February day recorded in the UK. While the British weather can be erratic, one thing is for certain – warmer weather will arrive, and it can make life uncomfortable. An economical and effective solution is at hand in the form of window film from The Window Film Company.

Solar gain can be a severe issue during the warmer months. Left unchecked, heat can pass through windows, steadily heating up the inside until it becomes uncomfortably warm. While on the face of it, an increased internal temperature may not seem to be a big deal, it can have a number of negative knock-on effects.

• Staff well-being and productivity. The internal environment is vitally important for staff morale, with ongoing comfort an important consideration. Over-heating is a common complaint, with a direct correlation with an uncomfortable internal temperature and productivity.
• Unwelcome and ineffective solutions. If heat is an issue, it’s often tempting to draw curtains or blinds. Not only is this an ineffective method (curtains and blinds are set back from the glass and don’t prevent heat entering premises) but it also has an adverse effect on the internal environment; blocking natural light and any view to the exterior.
• Resorting to air conditioning. While air conditioning is an effective way of moderating the temperature, it is an expensive option, using a lot of power and resulting in increased energy usage and higher bills.

Solar control window film from The Window Film Company provides comprehensive protection from the effects of the sun, without any of the less desirable side effects outlined above. So, how does it work?

Solar control window film can be retro-fitted to the internal face of glazing, so it’s never too late to take action. The film works by reflecting away a percentage of the sun’s energy, preventing it from passing through the glass and into the property. The exact appearance will depend on the type and grade of film chosen, but the majority of solar control products will have a reflective exterior appearance while allowing a view from the inside out during daylight hours.

The film will prevent the steady build-up of heat, not making it feel cold, but instead stopping the heat from reaching uncomfortable levels by reducing the amount of solar energy passing through the glass, with all this achieved without sacrificing high levels of natural light.

Solar control also delivers valuable additional benefits. Once installed, the film will cut out a large percentage of the sun’s glare – a problem that is particularly prevalent during the spring and summer, but that can be an issue all year round. Solar control film from The Window Film Company will also filter out 99% of the sun’s UV rays – the primary cause of fading.

The Window Film Company offers a nationwide installation service, with seven teams of fully qualified, vastly experienced fitters available to fit solar control film at your or your clients’ premises.

For more information about our range of solar control films, for samples or a quote, please contact a member of our team by calling 01494 794477 or email info@windowfilm.co.uk.