Commercial solar window film
Glare, overheating, and UV damage are everyday issues in many commercial buildings. Solar control window film provides an effective and affordable way to manage these problems while improving comfort and lowering energy costs.
Solar heat reduction
Reflect and absorb up to 80% of solar radiation to stabilise temperatures.
Glare control
Improve screen usability and reduce eye strain with 90% glare reduction.
99% UV protection
Protect interior furnishings, stock, and artwork from sun-driven fading.
Energy efficiency
Lower air conditioning reliance and reduce carbon emissions year-round.
Solar heat reduction
Reflect and absorb up to 80% of solar radiation to stabilise temperatures.
Glare control
Improve screen usability and reduce eye strain with 90% glare reduction.
99% UV protection
Protect interior furnishings, stock, and artwork from sun-driven fading.
Energy efficiency
Lower air conditioning reliance and reduce carbon emissions year-round.
ROI-focused cooling
Reduce HVAC load and carbon footprint with high-performance commercial specifications.
Nationwide install
Directly employed teams for large-scale projects across the UK.
Compliance & safety
Our films meet strict UK building regulations and safety standards for commercial environments.
- • EN 12600 glass safety standards
- • Part K building compliance
- • GGF (Glass & Glazing Federation) guidelines
- • ISO 9001 accredited installation
Installation expertise
We handle complex commercial installs, including high-level access and out-of-hours work.
- • PASMA/IPAF certified access
- • Risk assessments & method statements
- • CSCS carded installation teams
- • Minimal business disruption
Performance options
Select from a range of high-performance films tailored to your building's specific orientation.
- • High-heat rejection sputtered films
- • Non-corrosive ceramic technology
- • Dual-reflective & interior-neutral
- • 10-15 year commercial warranties
Why use solar control window film?
Glass is essential to modern commercial design—but it comes with drawbacks. Large areas of glazing often cause excessive heat build-up, distracting glare, and UV-related fading to furnishings and stock. Left untreated, this can lead to uncomfortable working conditions, loss of productivity, and higher energy costs.
Our films act as a barrier that reflects and absorbs solar radiation. With over 30 years' experience, we help businesses manage these issues with high-performance solar control films that deliver expert advice and professional installation nationwide.
Nationwide
Installation across the UK by in-house teams
Performance
Up to 80% heat and 90% glare reduction
Commercial solar solutions
Tailored films for every type of commercial environment.
Heat reflective film
Dealing with intense heat, glare, and high cooling costs in bright buildings.
Anti-glare window film
Optimised light levels for offices, classrooms, and retail showrooms.
Reeded & decorative
Stylish textured finishes that offer privacy with high light transmission.
Discreet clear film
High-performance protection that is virtually invisible from the street.
Mirrored privacy
One-way vision for sensitive areas with added solar performance.
Specialist external
Weather-durable films for high-level access and external application.
Tailored for your commercial setting
Each installation is tailored to the needs of your site. We work closely with you to ensure the solution is effective, compliant, and visually appropriate for:
Office buildings & corporate HQs
Retail stores & showrooms
Hospitals & healthcare facilities
Warehouses & manufacturing units
Schools, colleges & universities
Hotels, gyms & leisure centres
Our experience makes the difference
Unlike general contractors or one-person outfits, we manage every aspect in-house—from product selection and site surveys to professional installation and warranty support. This allows us to maintain the high standards that our clients, including well-known national brands, expect.
Solar control in action
Explore how we've helped businesses manage heat and glare with professional solar film.
Commercial solar control — comfort upgrade
Solar control specified to reduce heat and glare in bright commercial spaces.
Mercedes Benz & Audi showrooms
Solving unbearable glare and heat while maintaining crystal clear vehicle displays.
Flower Bowl leisure centre
Striking blue solar control film for a landmark entertainment and retail destination.
Solar control FAQs
Will solar film make the building too dark?
Not necessarily. Many modern commercial solar control window films are designed to reduce glare and heat without significantly impacting natural light. We offer optically clear options for minimal visual impact.
Is solar window film suitable for listed buildings?
Yes, in many cases. We offer non-invasive solutions that don't alter the appearance of heritage glazing. We can assess suitability during a site survey.
How effective is it in reducing glare?
Our high-quality films can reduce glare by up to 95%, making it much easier to see computer screens, whiteboards, and displays—think of it as sunglasses for your building.
What is the difference between reflective and solar control film?
They are often the same thing. Reflective solar control film reduces heat and glare while providing UV protection and excellent daytime privacy.
Supporting specialities
Privacy window film
One-way vision or frosted films for confidential commercial areas.
Security & safety
Reinforce glass to prevent injury and meet strict safety standards.
Glass manifestation
Bespoke manifestation designs for building regulation compliance.
UV filtering
Protect valuable stock and furnishings from sun-driven fading.
Architectural film
Transform interior and exterior surfaces with premium wrapping.
Commercial installation
Professional nationwide installation service for large-scale glazing.
Office window film and signage
Heat, glare and comfort specified as part of a wider workplace brief.
School window film solutions
Classroom heat and glare specified as part of a wider education-estates brief.
Healthcare window film
Solar control for waiting rooms, laboratories, atriums and other highly glazed healthcare spaces.
Window film for retail stores
Heat, glare and UV management for shop windows, showrooms and shopping-centre atriums.
Window film for gyms and leisure centres
Heat and glare management for gym floors, pool halls, atriums and hospitality glazing.
Facilities management window film
Solar-control surveys and installs for heat and glare complaints across occupied estates.
Window film for factories and warehouses
Solar heat and glare reduction for warehouse offices, control rooms and glazed operational areas.
Window film for care homes
Solar heat and glare reduction for bedrooms, lounges and highly glazed communal rooms in residential care.
Solar film for construction refurbishments
Retrofit solar-control film where replacing otherwise suitable glazing is not the only option on a construction or fit-out programme.
Solar control film for London commercial glazing
Need this service in London? Survey, specification and installation for offices, retail and other commercial glazing.
Solar control film for Manchester commercial glazing
Need this service in Manchester? Survey, specification and installation for offices, education, healthcare and other commercial glazing.
Solar control film for Birmingham commercial glazing
Need this service in Birmingham? Survey, specification and installation for offices, industrial sites and other commercial glazing.
Solar control film for Liverpool commercial glazing
Need this service in Liverpool? Survey, specification and installation for offices, venues and other commercial glazing.
Solar control film for Preston commercial glazing
Need this service in Preston? Survey, specification and installation from Lustalux's headquarters for offices, public buildings and other commercial glazing.
Solar control film for Scottish commercial glazing
Need this service in Scotland? Survey, specification and installation for offices, healthcare, education and other commercial glazing.
Ready to fix heat and glare?
Speak to our experts today for a professional solar control solution that improves your working environment.