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Unexpected Benefits of Commercial Window Tinting

January 15th, 2021

Window tinting is ubiquitous on office buildings throughout Maryland and Virginia. Still, it’s surprising just how many businesses haven’t invested in getting their windows tinted. Perhaps you think that it’s an expense you can live without. If this sounds like you, it could be that you just haven’t considered all the benefits window tinting provides. With this in mind, we’ve laid out some unexpected benefits of commercial window tinting.

Unexpected Benefits of Commercial Window Tinting

Commercial window tinting comes with unexpected benefits. Here are a few you might not be aware of.

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How Much Money Can You Save with Window Film?

January 8th, 2021

One of the biggest factors that draws many people to window film—and window tinting in particular—is that it can save you money on your energy bill. This is a big perk for homeowners and business owners alike. What’s more is that this comes on top of other benefits such as preventing light damage to furniture, blocking UV rays, and reducing glare. If you’re in the market for solar window film, you might be wondering: just how much money can you save with window film?

How Much Money Can You Save with Window Film?

How much money can you save on your energy bill with window tinting?

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How Window Film Can Protect Your Skin

December 31st, 2020

When it comes to windows, understanding how the film on your them helps to effectively and efficiently protect your skin becomes increasingly important. In fact, there are many researched insights into how exactly windows can help to protect your skin from those harmful UVB and UVA rays. Here are some of the key points to note when it comes to skin cancer and your window film.

How Window Film Can Protect Your Skin

Solar window film is an investment in both your home and your health, protecting your skin from UV rays.

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Design Tips for Your Storefront Window Graphics

December 24th, 2020

Window graphics are a great way to use the free space of your windows for marketing. They are a great design media for advertising, grabbing attention as people walk or drive by (and they can also help people from walking into or birds from hitting your larger windows). Commercial window signs can be very cost-effective, especially if there are seasonal sales or events that you need to advertise yearly. Before you dive into designing your window graphics, take a look at these tips and considerations.

Design Tips for Window Graphics

Before you dive into designing your window graphics, take a look at these tips and considerations.

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How to Prevent Birds from Hitting Windows

December 17th, 2020

Every year, thousands upon thousands of migratory birds pass over your house—twice. Birds migrate once in the spring and once in the fall. Along the way, they have to navigate quite a few obstacles, and too many of them are humanmade. Windows can be one such obstacle. Thankfully, there are solutions. Today, we’ll be taking a look at how window films can prevent birds from hitting windows.

How to Prevent Birds from Hitting Windows

Have you had birds collide with your windows? Decorative or solar films could be the solution.

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Does Window Film Provide Privacy at Night?

December 10th, 2020

Window film comes with a slew of benefits.  Solar window film can help you save money on your energy bill and reduce glare. If you choose to invest in security window film, it can help ward off intruders and prevent broken glass from scattering everywhere. Reflective films are an incredibly popular option because they add privacy to your home or business. But does window film provide privacy at night?

Does Window Film Provide Privacy at Night?

Reflective films don’t provide perfect privacy at night. What’s the solution?

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Will Window Tint Bubbles Go Away?

December 3rd, 2020

Let’s imagine you’ve just had your home’s windows tinted. You’re looking forward to years of reduced energy bills, added privacy, and furniture that won’t fade from light damage. But a day or two after installation—uh oh—you start to notice tiny bubbles underneath the film. You feel sure they’re just an aesthetic issue, but that doesn’t keep them from bothering you. If this is you, you might find yourself wondering: will window tint bubbles go away? That depends on what kind of bubble you’re dealing with.

Will Window Tint Bubbles Go Away?

If you’ve noticed bubbles underneath your window film, you might be wondering: will they ever go away?

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Where Should You Install Privacy Window Film?

November 20th, 2020

Window films come with all manner of applications. If you’re interested in adding a charming design to your windows, decorative films are right for you. If you’re just interested in saving money on energy, window tinting can do the trick. But both of these kinds of film have one thing in common: they can be used to enhance privacy. Here are some of the best locations to install privacy window film.

Where Should You Install Privacy Window Film?

Where should you install privacy window film? Here are a few good spots.

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How Window Film Can Keep You Warm This Winter

November 13th, 2020

Many of the benefits of solar window tinting are well-established. If you’ve learned anything about them in the past, you’ve probably heard that they can help to conserve cool air in your home during the summer. In this way, they can help you save money on energy bills and reduce your overall footprint. But did you know that the energy-saving benefits of window film work in the winter as well? Here’s what makes window films perfect for colder weather.

How Window Film Can Keep You Warm This Winter

Here’s how you can stay cozy this winter with window film.

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How Professionals Install Window Film

November 6th, 2020

Window film is one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways you can reduce your energy bill, mitigate the impact of light damage, and cut down on glare in your home or business. Still, some people attempt to install window film on their own to save some extra cash. We urge against this, but only because it could end up costing you more money in the long run.

If you opt for professional installation of window film, you’ll reap the dividends in terms of the longevity and overall appearance of the film. Here’s how professionals install window film.

How Professionals Install Window Film

Installing window film on your own is risky business. Here’s how professionals do it.

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