Choose the Right Window Tint Film for Your Home

Tinted windows have numerous advantages, including improving energy efficiency, offering protection against the effects of ultraviolet rays, and providing privacy. So you should install window tint film on your home windows to take advantage of these benefits.

With so many film options, choosing the right solution can be a bit overwhelming. Here is a simple guide to help you select the most suitable tint film for your home windows.

Budget
The cost of tinting your windows will depend on factors such as the type of tint, the size of your windows, the number of windows you want to tint, and labor fees. Generally, window tinting is an inexpensive home improvement project, but the cost can add up quickly for whole-house installations.

To get more value for money, consider tinting windows in specific rooms, such as west- and south-facing windows that tend to let in more heat and can significantly increase your cooling bill. Whether you tint only specific windows or the whole house, be sure to pay for a high-quality film that will deliver real benefits, require minimal maintenance, and serve you for a long time.

Objectives
Window tint solutions come in a variety of styles, designs, and functions. The type of film you select will largely depend on the goals you want to achieve by tinting your home windows. Common reasons for tinting glass windows are to minimize heat gain and heat loss, reduce glare, boost visibility and privacy, and improve the distribution of natural light in the home.

Privacy
Opt for tints with darker shades or frosted films if privacy is a concern. These tints protect against prying eyes but allow you to view the outdoor spaces when you are inside the house.

Heat Gain and Loss
Heat-regulating windows can minimize energy loss in the winter and prevent heat in the summer, allowing you to manage your heating and cooling costs better. These tints can also block UV rays, therefore, protecting your furniture and furnishing from sun damage.

Natural Light
Ask your window-tinting vendor about smart films for heat and light regulation. Standard window films tend to block both UV rays and visible light, which can make the house undesirably dark. On the other hand, smart window films block UV rays but let in more visible light than standard films do, allowing you to enjoy natural lighting without contending with the effects of UV rays.

Glare and Visibility
Lastly, if excessive light is a problem in your home, opt for glare reduction film. Glare can interfere with visibility, but a good quality anti-glare film can balance the natural light coming through the windows to ensure comfort and ultimate visibility.

Visible Light Transmission
Visible light transmission is the amount of visible natural light that passes through a tint film. The appropriate visible light transmission (VLT) rating will depend on your objectives.
Tinting films with a high VLT do not offer much in the way of privacy, but these films can let in plenty of natural light. Films with a lower VLT rating are more desirable if your goal is to improve privacy and prevent glare.

Luminous Efficacy
In addition to determining the VLT of the film, consider the luminous efficacy of the film. The luminous efficiency is the ratio of visible light to solar heat. Determining the luminous efficacy allows you to select a film that lets in just the right balance of visible light and solar heat.

The window film industry calculates the luminous efficacy by dividing the VLT by the shading coefficient. The shading coefficient is the amount of solar heat that passes through the film. A tint film with a high luminous efficacy will let in a higher amount of visible light and a lower amount of solar heat.

A common regret among homeowners who undertake window-tinting projects is buying an overly dark film. To avoid such costly mistakes, work with a reputable window-tinting expert who can help you select the appropriate tinting solution for your home.

At Add Outlook Window Tinting Services, we carry a wide variety of brands of film. Call us today for high-quality home window tinting.