UV blocking window film is something most office owners are thinking about and calling us for in the head of the summer. This is because this is when heat control is on the top of their minds. However, UV blocking window film is more than a hot season consideration. Actually, it is needed just as much in winter as it is in summer. Find out more below. 

Reasons Why You Need UV Blocking Window Film In Winter Too

Is UV blocking window film only effective in summer? Or is it something that could be helpful in winter? The answer may surprise you–these types of film are needed year-round and are just as effective in the winter as in the summer. Here is why.

UV Blocking Window Film For the Reflection of the Sun Off Snow

We don’t get much snow here in Dallas but the little we get sure is pretty. But it also brings with it a host of issues outside of car accidents and bitter cold. Did you know that snow reflects and magnifies sunlight? That’s right–the glare off the snow is incredibly powerful and is why you can go snow blind or get a sunburn–even on an overcast day. This is why window film is so relevant in the winter. It is used to block UV rays in winter and summer. It stops the reflection of UV rays off the snow and into your office protecting your skin and eyes.

UV Blocking Window Film to Stop Solar Heat Gain on Glass

It may seem like UV rays coming through your Dallas office’s window to heat it up a bit more would be a good thing right? Not really. Your office’s HVAC systems are designed to use the air temperature near the center of your office (usually near the center) to regulate the temperatures. Therefore, there is no way for it to account for, or adjust to, the massive amount of radiant heat coming off of your untreated windows. This means the areas by your windows get as uncomfortably hot as it is in summer without UV blocking window film. Also, it means your HVAC systems work harder and need more frequent repairs. 

UV Blocking Window Film to Curb Harmful Radiation in Winter

UV rays beaming into your office at any time of the year–summer or winter–are destructive. It doesn’t matter if it is sunny or cloudy, hot or cold, the effects of these rays are the same. They will destroy and fade your office’s furniture, rugs, curtains, and floors. More concerning–are harmful to your eyes and skins, causing illnesses, headaches, and even certain types of cancer. This means even in winter, you should utilize the protection that films are designed to provide: an SPF 1000 and blocking 99.9% of harmful UV rays.

For more information on UV blocking window film for your Dallas office–reach out to us at Commercial Window Tinting Dallas today! 

 

Mike Kinsey has been performing window film installs in the Dallas metropolitan area for the past ten years. After years of working in the construction industry as a project manager, Mike obtained a position at Commercial Window Tinting Dallas and is now the company's Operations Manager. Mike brings a unique perspective and wealth of knowledge to every project. His extensive knowledge of security, energy efficiency, and privacy film gives him the ability to implement the ideal solution for nearly any commercial property, regardless of the size, age, or architectural composition. Over the years, Mike has received extensive training and has attended numerous seminars and professional development courses held by industry's top professionals. He is certified by 3M, EnerLogic, and AIA for continuing education and is trusted by property owners all throughout the Dallas area and the state of Texas.