Window Film
Ultraviolet light can penetrate through glass. It
passes through windows at home and when in a car. Glass offers shielding
against UVB rays, but allows UVA rays.
UV blocking plastic adhesive films can be applied
to home and automobile windows. A number of companies offer UV light blocking
films that can be applied to home and automobile windows. All
window films typically offer up to
99% ultraviolet light reduction.
Window Film for Buildings
There are many types of window film intended
for safety and the control of heating and cooling for commercial and
residential building owners. These film products block UV solar energy (300-380
nanometers) that is allowed to pass through a window. Window films are composed
of a coated polyester applied to the interior surface of glass. Professional
installation is often suggested by the manufacturer. Film installed improperly
or not used in accordance to specifications may result in product failure
and/or warranty limitations.
Window Film for Automobiles
Before you invest a lot of money in a product,
check for local regulations for car window films or tinting. Some places have
laws that do not allow it.
US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
205 specifies the amount of tinting that is allowed in new motor vehicles prior
to the sale of the vehicle. Federal Standard 205 is silent with respect to the
windows to the rear of the driver and the front seat passengers on
multi-purpose vehicles; therefore, the purchaser of a new vehicle may specify
unlimited tinting on the vehicles. Most places usually allow unlimited tinting
on the rear of multi-purpose vehicles provided the vehicle is equipped with
outside mirrors. Following the sale of the new vehicle, window tinting is
regulated by the individual states.
High performance films available from a
variety of window film manufacturers can block 45-55% of the heat and 95-99% of
the ultraviolet rays.
Resources
International Window Film Association, Window
Films 101, 2013.
International Window Film Association, Window Film
Info Center, Legislation, 2013. See: State/province legislation alerts and
suggested model law for automotive window tinting
Skin Cancer Foundation, Why Use Window Film?,
2013.
Skin Cancer Foundation, Window Film: SunProtection for Your Health and Home, 2013.
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