Solar control film is a highly effective solution to reduce glare and fading, along with providing heat control to make rooms cooler.
We have different levels of sun shade films, some highly tinted like our 95% dark window tint which reduces light, glare and cools rooms. Or our 50% silver reflective film which isn't as dark so allows for more light for a brighter room, but still offers some heat control, anti-glare and slight tint along with a reflective component for added privacy.
These window tints can be applied to your existing windows making it a cost-effective way of managing room temperature and comfort.
What Is Solar Control Film?
Solar control window film is designed to reflect and
absorb heat, glare and levels of UV radiation. These are most known as a reflective
window film or anti-heat film, they reflect heat off your windows, noticeably reducing heat in problematic areas.
We have different levels of one-way mirror film at Lustalux, each with their
own level of reflectivity and heat reduction.
Can Window Film Cool Down a Room?
Some people call this solar film “conservatory window film” this is because it is exceptional at reducing the amount of solar heat that enters the room, drastically cooling the room in a quick and effortless manner.
These reflective window coatings are ideal for hot rooms as they can cool down a room naturally once it is installed, you don’t have to play around with settings or manage the solar film, it just works it cooling magic. The heat reduction is highly noticeable in south facing windows where sunrays directly enter a room as it reflects the rays before entering. But you will still see benefits in north facing windows. It is the most cost effective, quickest and easiest way to reduce heat in a room, with the anti-heat film working within 20 minutes of installation.
Is External Anti-Heat Window Film Better Than Internal?
External solar control film does work more effectively for heat rejection than our internal ones as they can reflect heat before it enters your and heats your glass. But if external isn't ideal then our internal solar control films still work exceptionally well and can still cool rooms.
If you need strong heat reduction then the highest percentage reflective window coating is for you. For example, our 80% mirrored one way film works more effectively than our 50% reflective film, but the 50% has less tint so it is ideal if the temperature of the room is just a little uncomfortable.
Our external 80% reflective window film does work better than the internal version. So, it just depends on how hot your space gets, we do recommend external one way film for conservatories as these can get incredibly hot. If you need advice, please contact us.
is it OK to Tint Your House Windows?
Tinting your windows is perfectly safe and can improve the comfort in your home drastically. Our sunshade window films can reduce the amount of heat drawn into your space, making hot rooms cooler, or it can hold onto heat to warm up colder rooms in the winter. Window tints can help reduce energy costs year round and the UV protection included in our shaded window films can protect furniture from sun damage. This tinted glass film is also ideal for home office spaces as it can reduce glare, making working on screens or watching TV more comfortable.
But you do need to be aware of tint compatibility with your windows. You need to choose the correct tint for your windows or you can risk thermal stress. This is incredibly rare and is likely never to happen if the correct glass tint is chosen. If you are unsure, please speak to the team and we can advise you on which dark glass tint is best for your windows.
Why Choose External Solar Control Window Film?
Thoughtfully designed to reflect solar heat and glare before entering the glass surface. These external solar films create a pleasant and comfortable environment for occupants, ensuring year-round cost savings through reduced cooling and HVAC expenses. Our external anti-heat film is the perfect alternative in situations where traditional internal films may not be suitable due to limited building design or restricted access.
The secret to their longevity lies in the unique scratch-resistant hard-coating, making them resilient to the sun and reducing cleaning efforts compared to regular glass.
These external window films are compatible with insulated laminate glass units or triple-glazed units, avoiding stress on the glass and minimizing the risk of breakage.
What is the Difference Between Reflective Window Film VS Tinted Window Film?
Our reflective window stickers provide additional privacy where tinted does not. During the day our reflective films create a mirror effect outside so people cannot see in. Our tinted films give the glass a darker look with transparency, the darker the glass tint however the harder it is to see into your home. These are both anti-heat window coverings and both types can reduce heat effectively.
Our mirrored window film only provides daytime privacy. The effect does flip at night, so we recommend blinds or curtains.
Your glass must be toughened and suitable for these types of window tints. If you are unsure or have any questions at all please contact us on telephone or WhatsApp and we can recommend the best window stickers for your needs.
What Window Film is Best for Reducing Glare?
The best answer to this would be our reflective window film. This mirror privacy film has a metallic layer to reflect the sun’s rays. Depending on which one way film you choose, you will either have a higher or lower effect. Our 80% reflective silver film reduces more glare than the 50% solar film, but the 80% has more tint which will darken the space. Also, our external films do have more effect due to being installed outside. Though it is important to know that with any “one way mirror film” the mirror effect is always on the brighter side of the film, so at night when lights are on, you will have the mirror on the inside so if you are looking for privacy along with reduced glare, we would recommend blinds or curtains.
Does Window Film Ruin Glass?
Not at all. Our glass film features an adhesive backing, this is how it sticks to your window. When you decide to take this window film off you can use soapy water and slowly pull the glass film away from your window then clean the glass with the soapy water. The longer the window sticker is on the window for the harder it is to remove so you will need to be slower when removing the glass film, you might also have a little adhesive left behind, but this can be scraped away with a window scraper and then cleaned with a cloth or sponge.
Find out about the different types of mirrored window film with our helpful FAQ page.
