There are a number of things you can do to lower the amount of money you have to spend on energy regulation: caulking windows and doors, ensuring air isn’t escaping through your attic, and making sure you’re not regulating the temperature when no one’s home. There is another course of action most people do not even know about or consider and that is window film.

In this article, we’ll let you know how 3M™’s Sun Control Window Film Series can help you save money and answer a few of the most frequently asked questions we get. As well, we’ll help you decide which window film is right for you.

How Can Window Film Help You Save Money?

3M™ Window Film rejects up to 79% of the heat that would come through your window, which means your HVAC won’t need to work as hard in order to keep the air in your building cool.

Of course, the harder your HVAC has to work, the more often it’s going to need to be repaired or replaced. Reducing the amount of heat coming into your home leads to less expensive service calls.

That said, we still recommend regular HVAC maintenance calls, since these also help improve the unit’s lifespan and efficiency.

Will I Have Problems With Glare?

Some window films ruin your view because of the way they reflect light. However, 3M™’s window films have significantly less reflectivity. Instead, they reject the light coming into a room.

Will It Affect My Cell Phone?

Low quality window films have caused issues with cell phone reception because of the metal used to create them. 3M™ only uses high quality materials and state-of-the-art techniques, which means you won’t have this concern when our film is installed.

What Types of Film Can I Get?

3M™ offers a variety of different products that are designed to help you increase the efficiency of your home or organization. Because Sunray Window Films is a 3M™ Authorized & Certified Window Film Dealer, we have a full suite of these products available.

All of the films in 3M™’s Sun Control Series reject the light, they just do so differently.

A few notable products in the series include the 3M™ Thinsulate™ 75 Low E Window Film, which is specifically designed to insulate your windows, and the 3M™ Prestige Window Film, which is designed to last longer than other films on the market.

If you want to decrease the amount of heat coming into your home but you also want to have as much natural light as possible, we recommend the 3M™ Sun Control Series Window Film. These are just a few of the many sun control products we offer, and you can find the full list on our 3M™ Sun Control Series Window Films page.

Interested in purchasing window films? Want to get it installed for your home or business? Please call us at 800.295.8468 to receive a free quote today!

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#1 Reduce Energy Costs

If you’re looking to reduce your carbon footprint, then it’s time to think about reducing energy usage and save on large equipment maintenance expenses. Commercial window tinting lessens your building’s dependence on air conditioning and reduces the strain on your HVAC system, which can mean fewer repairs and a longer lifespan.

#2 Stabilize Temperatures

Buildings aren’t one-sided, which means part of the building will be in the shade while the other half is in the sun. These variables cause your HVAC system to kick in, but some offices can become too cold. Commercial window tinting stabilizes interior temperatures better, so your employees or tenants won’t go to war over the thermostat.

#3 Block Excess Heat and Glare

Stand next to a window on a sunny day, and you’ll find yourself sweating in no time. Put your desk and computer next to that same window, and you’ll spend more time out of the office than in it. Commercial window tinting solves both problems simultaneously by rejecting the sun’s rays and eliminating the glare they cause.

#4 Improve Indoor Comfort

Remember that sunny window we just mentioned? It may not fit as well as it should and could allow heat to escape in winter or enter in the summer. Commercial window tinting seals poor-fitting windows, so you can enjoy the view outside while remaining comfortable inside.

#5 Cost Effective Alternative to Window Replacement

It can take years to recoup the costs associated with replacing windows, whereas commercial window film provides insulation from the cold and heat while costing far less than installing double- or triple-paned glass.

#6 Protect Furnishings and Interior Surfaces

A solid pane of glass may look impermeable, but the sun’s ultraviolet rays can pass right through it, causing carpets, furnishings, and cubicle surfaces to fade over time. Commercial window tinting rejects UV rays and safeguards your interior.

#7 Improve Safety

Windows, as well as other glass surfaces, present a potential hazard when broken. Extreme weather, explosions, bomb blasts, and smash-and-grab crimes all put your building’s occupants at risk. Commercial window tinting prevents shards from scattering and makes the glass more durable, so the people who frequent your facility will be better protected should breakage occur.

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If you need help selecting the right window film for your building, give our industry experts a call. They’ll be happy to help!

Contact Sunray® Window Films today via email or at 800.295.8468.

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