Home Window Tinting Pros

Window films have a multitude of benefits, including, but not limited to, reducing energy costs and decreasing the sun’s damaging UV rays.

 

Window tinting can be grouped into three different categories:

• Solar window tinting, which provides UV protection and all the benefits of window tinting, but without the darkened look.
• Security window tinting includes one or more layers of polyester film to offer extra protection against break-ins.
• Decorative to make windows and doors look aesthetically pleasing.

 

However, not all window films are the same. Many offer various benefits, so choosing the best one for your home is crucial. Adding the right tint or film to your windows is an investment in your home that will have ongoing benefits throughout your home’s life span.

·  Saving Money

Another major pro or benefit of residential window tinting is that when installed correctly, the right window film can help you save money on your energy bills by insulating your windows. In the heat of the summer, tinted windows will reflect the sun’s heat, decreasing the amount of air conditioning needed to gain indoor comfort. Films can also help keep heat inside, making it warmer in your home during the colder winter months, which saves on heating costs.

·       Reduce Glare

The glare of the sun’s rays on electronic devices can make it difficult to relax and enjoy your online shopping experience or the most memorable moments of your favorite film. While solutions such as curtains and blinds are a preventive measure, they must be closed to block out the sunlight, leaving you in the dark. A major benefit of window tinting is that it allows for greater enjoyment of these activities by reducing the sun’s glare while still allowing natural light into your home.

·       Solar Protection

Window tinting also helps block dangerous ultraviolet rays that can cause damage to electronics, fabrics, and furnishings. Some solar window films can block up to 99.9% of UV rays. When you tint your windows, you are protecting these items from fading and discoloration, extending the lifespan of your belongings.

Home Window Tinting Cons

·       Potential Warranty Restrictions

Before adding a tint to your windows, check with your window manufacturer to make sure adding window film will not void your warranty. Many window manufacturers will not cover damages caused by altering windows due to the potential of certain types of films causing harm to the certain window glass. Reputable window film manufacturers offer warranties that help match the life of your window warranty.

·       Tinting can take away too much sun’s energy

If you live in a place that is usually cold and the sunlight is scarce, window-tinting might not be beneficial. You may want to keep as much passive solar heat as possible. Choose your shade wisely as different levels of darkening provide different results. You may even consider changing the levels of tinting in different areas of your home based on the amount of sunlight that hits each area.