You’ve probably seen those commercials from the 1990s where someone wearing eyeglasses steps outside and their lenses darken to become sunglasses. There is also a window film that works the same as these glasses lenses. When photochromic film (PCF) is exposed to increased UV radiation, the chemical compounds which comprise the film undergo a photochemical reaction. This reaction reverses when …
Prevent Skin Cancer with Window Film
As the warmer months approach and people spend more time outdoors, protecting our skin becomes top of mind. Skin cancer remains the most common form of cancer, making it extremely important that we search for more ways to protect our skin from the sun’s harmful rays. Avoiding sunlight completely is neither plausible nor desirable, so the more we understand how …
The 4 Staples of Solar Film
Window film is a very versatile product. From school safety to improving energy efficiency, it provides solutions for a wide variety of applications. Many of the most common reasons why homeowners and business owners reach out to us are solar-related issues. These issues include sweltering temperatures, UV fading, and irritating glare. This blog article highlights four applications where you’ll see …
Prevent Furniture & Floor Fading with UV Protection Window Film
It’s that time of year again. You shift around your living room furniture to make room for the Christmas tree and are reminded of how much your beautiful walnut floors have faded. How many years ago did you refinish them? Six? “No,” answers your spouse. “That was two years ago.” Only two years have passed, and you can already see …
Outsmart the Sun with 3M™’s Prestige Series Window Film
The Prestige Series of 3M™ window films combines the benefits of several other 3M™ window tint varieties, including temperature control, UV protection, and glare reduction. There is also a version of the 3M™ Scotchshield™ Safety & Security window films in the Prestige series. Benefits of 3M’s Prestige Series Window Film Combining the characteristics of several product lines in a single window film …