What are the benefits of applying window film to your home or office windows? At American Window Films, we get asked this question frequently. Let’s first dive into exactly what window film or tint is.

Window film is a very thin, typically only millimeters thick product usually made with a polyester base and a scratch resistant coating to enhance its’ durability. Some films are manufactured with multiple layers. Window film is affixed to either the interior or exterior side of glass, depending on what the consumer is trying to achieve. Different manufacturers use different materials and processes to get the proper formula for the outcome needed and usually patent the formula.

Solar Control window films are very popular. The essentially act as a sun barrier that reduces the heat load and glare in interior areas. Here are some of the benefits to Solar Control window film.

• Reduce Total Solar Energy
• Minimize uncomfortable glare on televisions and monitors
• Reduce harmful UV rays, which contribute to fading of fabrics, flooring and art work
• Lower risk of developing skin cancer

According to the International Window Film Association the use of any window film will increase the thermal stress on solar exposed glass. American Window Film (AFW) is very well versed on this issue and for that reason, we utilize proprietary software that allows us to fully analyze factors such as altitude, partial shading conditions, thickness of glass, etc. to make certain that the products we recommend are safe for your type of glass.

Window films are available in many versions, from water clear to darker or more reflective types, all depending on your specific needs. American Window Films provides American made window films, so you can feel good about your purchase. Our window film installers are factory trained, background checked and experienced at what they do. For a complete list of all our window tint products, please visit our “Products” tab on this website.