Seasons change, but problems persist...

It may feel like the end of summer is approaching all too quickly, but excess heat continues to cause issues for businesses and home-owners alike. The Window Film Company’s range of specialist solar control films can help ensure a moderate, comfortable and enjoyable temperature, whatever the size or type of your building.

Heat can be an issue wherever there are windows. The sun's energy passes through the glass and with nowhere for the excess energy to go, the room steadily heats up. This can cause a lack of productivity in commercial properties, an uncomfortable environment for retail premises and an undesirable temperature in residential settings such as conservatories.

An application of solar control window film is a cost effective solution.

The Window Film Company offers a range of films that have been specially developed to provide the best possible heat protection performance, whilst also offering a host of different aesthetic options. The most frequently utilised films are reflective in appearance, and work by bouncing away the sun’s energy before it can enter the property. By reflecting away a percentage of the heat, film provides a more effective solution than blinds or shutters, which allow the heat to enter the room as well as blocking the view.

One concern regarding solar control film is that, after the application, the room or property will feel cold, taking the internal temperature from one extreme to the other.  This isn’t the case, as the film serves to slow down the build-up of heat, blocking a percentage of the sun’s energy from entering the room. It won’t block it all, with the figure rejected dependent on the film chosen. Simply put, if it’s a pleasant day outside, film will ensure that you are also treated to an enjoyable temperature inside, too.

On occasion, a reflective film may not be appropriate. For these situations, films such as the Climate range can be used, delivering high performance solar control without the reflective appearance. Once applied, these films will give glazing a slight sheen, but will maintain the view from both sides of the glass and deliver excellent levels of solar control, all without having a major impact on the appearance of the window.

As well as increased comfort for those inside your property, solar control film can also help save you money. If your building relies on air conditioning, window film can help cut your cooling costs by ensuring a more moderate temperature and reducing your reliance on cooling systems. To see if you could benefit from a free energy efficiency survey, please click here to fill out a short form.

In addition to solar control, these advanced films deliver a number of other valuable advantages. By blocking up to 99% of UV rays, solar control film helps prevent fading. These rays are one of the main causes of fading, so by blocking them with window film it is possible to protect carpets, upholstery and other fixtures and fittings from sun damage. Once applied, solar control window film will also cut down on glare, reducing the risk of eye strain and other associated discomfort.

The Window Film Company offers a nationwide installation process, with teams of fully qualified and vastly experienced fitting teams available to fit your chosen film no matter the size or location of your building. Dedicated Account Managers are on hand to provide no obligation quotations, so if you are suffering from excess heat, are worried about fading or constantly doing battle with glare, get in touch and we’ll be happy to help. You can call us on 01494 794477 or email info@windowfilm.co.uk.