Friday, February 22, 2013

Whch shade of tint is right for me?

Clear View offers a range of window tinting films that are sure to meet almost any need. Our sun control films are available from very light to very dark, depending on your indivisual needs. When deciding on on the right film for your home or office remember why you are considering window film to start with. Is the solar heat, glare or simply want to protect your furnishings.

Darker shades will cut more light and provide privacy. These are perfect for windows that get just too much sun. These are also the shades that will provide maximum heat reduction and fade control.
Optivision 15
 
 
Medium shades will still offer good performance, but allow more light into the room. Great for homes that want to protect furnishings, cut the heat and glare but maintain a well lit room.

Optivision 35 on right
 Lighter shades will provide good benefits without the "tinted" look. This is ideal for rooms without a lot of glass or those wishing to simply block the UV rays.
Optivision 45
There's a Clear View window film just right for your problem windows.
 
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For frosted, privacy and decorative window film visit:
www.denverdecorativefilm.com


 

   
 


 

Monday, February 18, 2013

Denver Area Residential and Commercial Window Tintng


Clear View Window Tinting of Morrison provides professional installation of a variety of window film products throughout the Denver metro area as well as the foothills and mountain communities of Colorado.

  • Sun control film to reduce solar heat, glare and sun damage
  • Privacy films. Frosted, one way, decorative, colored
  • Security films. Like invisibe burglar bars, prevents smash and grab theft
  • Safety films. Designed to hold glass in place to reduce the risk of injury due to broken glass
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For service in Montana: www.tintmontana.com

How Does Window Film Work?

Window film has become a popular solution to many of the problems associated with windows. Whether it is solar heat gain, annoying sun glare or damage to flooring and furnishings, there is a window film suited to address the individual or collective needs.


When applied to the inside surface of the glass window film can create a protective barrier. Many residential and commercial window films are designed to "reflect" heat and glare. This is typically done with a very thin layer of metal applied to the film during manufacturing. The layer of metal is so thin, it will not interfere with cell signals. Typically, the more reflective the film is the greater amount of heat that is rejected. However, these films need not be "mirrored" to accomplish this.

Ceramic films are often less reflective from the outside, but do not offer the range of performance of the reflective films. Not to mention, they are often more expensive. Today's technology has created a line of films that offer low reflectivity without the expense of the high-tech ceramic films. Fact is.... there is NO ceramic in these films at all. They too are coated with an oxidized metal. Be a wise consumer and fully research these products before buying. After all, chances are you need more than just a heat shield for your windows. The heat that enters your windows consist of visible light, infra-red and UV. UV only accounts for 3% of the heat while the rest is split between light and infra-red. By doing simple math you can see that even though a film filters out 95%, 99% or even 100% of the infra-red that does not necessarily equate to higher heat reduction.

Most films provide up to 99% UV rejection. UV is one of the major cause of sun damage. This is a coating manufactured into the film specifically to block ultra violet rays.  See our previous blog about sun damage to learn more.

Glare can be reduced by using a darker shade of tint. In some cases, just being able to see the TV requires you to close blinds and shades. Our glare reducing films will limit the volume of light entering your windows making your room more comfortable.

The International Window Film Association has available for your review a complete study on energy savings achieved by installing window film. Click HERE to download the study.

Window films are mounted to the glass using a simple soap and water solution. A strong adhesive is applied to the film during the manufacturing. This adhesive must be optically clear and free of distortion. The "film" is typically made up a several layers of mylar polyester. Each layer plays a part in the performance of the film. Once the film has been mounted to the glass it will take a few days to dry. After the film has completed the drying process the film is now a permanent part of the glass. It can, however be removed if so desired.

Cleaning should be done only when the sun is not shining directly on the windows. It is best to avoid harsh cleaners that contain ammonia. A clean micro fiber cloth works much better than a paper towel. Squeegees may also be used. We recommend Sprayway Glass Cleaner.

Our Sun Gard window films are manufactured is St. Petersburg, FL by MADICO, Inc. Madico, based in Woburn, MA also manufactures Madico window films. As one of the largest producers of window film in the country Sun Gard films are manufactured to the highest standards and is ISO rated. You can rest assure that the product is backed by a company with a reputation for quality and a customer service record second to none. Be sure to read your warranty to see who stands behind that piece of paper. After all, what good is a warranty if the company doesn't stand behind it.

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Friday, February 15, 2013

Understanding Sun Damage

Windows provide us with light and a view to the world outdoors. Along with the light that enters our windows comes damaging rays causing our floors, art work and furnishings to fade and lose their original color. One option is to close the shades, but then you lose your view. Clear View Window Tinting may be the solution you're looking for.

Ultra Violet rays (UV) are one of the major causes of sun damage. However, UV is not the only thing that can cause damage. As you can see by the chart above UV only contributes to 40% of the damage. Visible light (bright sun light that you see cast across your room) and Solar Heat are also contributors.

Simply stated, the more UV, Solar heat and Light you eliminate the better chance you have of protecting your furnishings. Since we don't want to live in the dark, it's often desirable to keep as much light as possible.

Window films are a good, cost effective solution. Many films are designed specifcally to reduce sun fading. These films vary in shades from almost clear to room darkening. We find that the mid-range films prove to be the most popular by providing protection, less glare, reduced heat gain and an enhanced view without the need for closed shades.

Clear View offers a wide assortment of sun control window films that will eliminate 99% of the UV rays and won't make your home dark. Our popular Optivision 35 will block UV rays, cut  glare and reduce solar heat. Get even better protection with Optivision 25. Only 10% darker, but performs 10% better. Both are backed by the Sun Gard limited lifetime warranty on residential installations.
Optivision 35 on right. No film on left.



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Control the Sun and Keep theView

This Dillon condo owner has an amazing view of Lake Dillon and the surrounding mountains. Unfortunately, the sun proved to be to much, even in the winter. Since we had installed Sun Gard Optivision 25 on the windows of their home in Denver, they chose to stay with what they knew worked. The new window film helped cut down on the glare and rduce the solar heat gain they were experiencing.
Optivision 25 on right, No film on left



Looking through Optivision 25

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Wednesday, February 6, 2013

New Tax Credit for Homeowners Installing Window Film

Washington, D.C. - January 15, 2013 -- Congress has just given American homeowners a chance to keep more of their hard-earned money with tax credits for energy efficient upgrades planned for 2013, or made in 2012. Window Film is eligible for the tax credits approved by Congress and the tax incentive can cover up to 10 percent of the cost of the installation of window film to a maximum of $500, states the International Window Film Association (IWFA).

"We are delighted that Congress recently enacted a bill, titled the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, that includes tax incentives for energy efficient home improvements, such as installing window film," said Darrell Smith, executive director of the nonprofit IWFA. "To make people more aware of this great opportunity we are sharing this news through our Facebook and Twitter pages and we are also offering a free consumer booklet so consumers can learn more about window film," he added.

"While the "greening" of our homes is a high priority, most of the new energy-efficient technologies require significant investment to reap long-term benefits, but window film has been shown to be a most cost-effective means of improving energy performance," said Smith.

As a long-term and cost-effective solution for saving energy, window film qualifies in the legislation as part of a building's ‘insulation envelope'. It can reduce energy consumption from solar heat gain in summer or reflect interior heat back inside in winter, while allowing in natural light without the negative impact of UV exposure. Consumers should check with their window film installer or manufacturer to make sure their product qualifies under the law.

For more information on window film's many benefits the IWFA offers a free consumer booklet available that can be found at: http://www.iwfa.com/ConsumerInfo/IWFAWindowFilmBooklet.aspx

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