4 Myths about solar window film

12/22/2020

Window film has been a popular solution to help control energy costs. Unfortunately, there has been a lot of confusion in the marketplace about window film and some myths about the product have been allowed to linger without being challenged.
Here are just a few of the more popular myths (and truths) about window film:

Window film will make my windows dark

Window film is available in a wide variety of shades. Generally, the darker the film, the more heat and glare will be reflected away from the property. Some films are very light and nearly invisible to the naked eye. With the help of a professional window film company you can select a film that best meets your needs. Your windows don't have to be too dark, unless you want them to be.

Window film only works in the summer

Window film is a year-round product that serves as an insulator on glass. Windows in a home or business usually account for 25% of its annual heating and cooling costs. The way window film improves the energy efficiency of windows across the changing seasons and different climates is by slowing down the transfer of energy in and out the windows. This will lead to less load time and runtime on HVAC systems, giving you the property owner longer life of your system and lower utility costs.

Window film will cause glass to break

There is a difference between "will cause" and "can cause". The application of window film alone isn't the primary reason a thermal fracture in glass would occur as long as it is was installed to the film manufacturer's recommendation. Film manufacturers provide all professional installers with data that will guide them to the correct film to install based on the glass and type of a window.

Picture inside view of SOLATEK Window tint

Window film will void my window warranty

While this may be true in most cases, many of the top window film manufacturers will offer a limited warranty that covers glass and film replacement if breakage occurs. Warranties are only valid if the window carries an existing warranty. If the window is out of warranty, then only the film is covered by the vendor and the manufacturer.

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2 Comments

Kristofer Van Wagner link

7/20/2021 02:59:10 pm

I like that this post highlighted that it is important for us to choose the right window tints for our business. It makes sense for us to do so as it ensures that we are choosing the right tints. Assuming that I need to have my office windows tinted, I will definitely keep this information in mind.

John Carston link

11/19/2021 10:23:37 pm

I like how you mentioned that if you want to control energy costs, a window film is a great option for you. My uncle mentioned to me last night that he and his workmates are planning to have glass film installed in their workplace and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell him that it will be much better if they consult trusted glass film installation services as they can answer all their inquiries.