Window Film for a Cooler Conservatory
Are you tired of your conservatory feeling like a sauna in the summer? If so, window film is the solution you've been looking for. At High Performance Window Films, we specialize in providing high-quality window film that can help regulate the temperature of your conservatory, making it a more comfortable space to enjoy year-round.
Benefits of window film over blinds.
Window film is an affordable and effective way to improve the energy efficiency of your conservatory. By reducing the amount of heat that enters your conservatory through the windows, you can reduce your reliance on air conditioning and fans, which can help save you money on your energy bills. In addition to its energy-saving benefits, window film also provides added privacy and security for your home.
Conservatory blinds can work well to provide shade and reduce glare, however it's not as effective at reducing the heat. This is because the heat has already entered the conservatory and the gap between the roof and the blinds then gets very hot. In turn, this heats up the blind and radiates that heat back into the conservatory.
Window film, on the other hand, is installed directly onto the glass, reflecting and absorbing the heat before it enters your conservatory.
Conservatory blinds tend to collect dust and dead insects, requiring daily cleaning. The accumulated dust can also drop onto your furniture, making it a constant battle to keep your conservatory tidy. In contrast, solar film is completely maintenance-free and does not attract more dust than the glass did before installation. It only needs to be cleaned as often, or as little, as you used to clean the glass prior to installation.
Conservatory window film benefits
- Reduce Heat and Glare: The sun can make your conservatory hot and uncomfortable, making it difficult to use during the summer months. Window film can block up to 80% of the sun's heat, reducing the temperature in your conservatory and making it a more pleasant space to be in. For example, if your kitchen area is 20 degrees and the conservatory is 30 degrees, solar control window film will bring down the temperature to around 22 in the conservatory. Please be aware the temperature will not drop to 6 degrees.
- Glare Reduction: Another benefit of our conservatory films is their glare-reduction capabilities. Our films are designed to reduce the amount of glare that enters your conservatory, which can make it a more comfortable and enjoyable space to spend time in. Reducing glare can also help reduce eye strain and headaches, making your conservatory a more relaxing space to read, work, or spend time with family and friends. Our films are available in a range of tints and shades to suit your individual needs and preferences. Our films can reduce glare by up to 95%. This means you can use your conservatory without being blinded by the sun.
- Increase Privacy: If you have Neighbours or passers-by who can see into your conservatory, it can be challenging to use the space without feeling like you're on display. Window film can increase privacy by obscuring the view into your conservatory while still allowing natural light to enter.
- UV Protection: Protecting your furniture and fabrics from damaging UV rays is essential for maintaining their appearance and longevity. Our conservatory films are designed to block up to 99% of harmful UV radiation, helping to prevent fading, discolouration, and premature ageing. By reducing the amount of UV radiation that enters your conservatory, our films can also help protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun's rays. This makes our films a safe and effective choice for families with young children or anyone concerned about the damaging effects of UV radiation.
- Year-Round Comfort: Our films can also help to reduce your energy bills. By reducing the amount of heat that enters your conservatory, Additionally, specialized Low-E films reflect internal heat back into the room during colder months you can save money on air conditioning and heating. It costs 3 to 4 times more to cool a building by 1°C than to heat a building This makes your investment work hard all year.
The installation Process
We use only the highest-quality materials to ensure that your window film will last for years to come. No need to clean the windows yourselves, this will be done thoroughly before the fitters install the window film. Installation normally takes 1-2 days pending on size and takes place on the internal face of the glass these installations comes with a 10-year manufactures warranty, external installations come with a 4 year manufacturer's warranty.
If you're tired of your conservatory feeling like an oven in the summer, it's time to consider window film. At High Performance Window Films, we offer a wide range of high-quality window film options that can help regulate the temperature of your conservatory, provide added privacy and security, and add a touch of style to your home.
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Insulating Window Film: The All-Season Solution for Your Conservatory
Many people search for 'Insulating Window Film' because they want a conservatory that works year-round. This solution is officially known as Low-Emissivity (Low-E) Window Film.
Low-E films offer a dual-action, all-season performance:
Summer: They reflect up to 80% of solar energy (short-wave heat) away from the glass, keeping your conservatory significantly cooler.
Winter: They feature a microscopic metallic coating that reflects radiant heat (long-wave heat) back into the room, reducing heat loss and improving comfort.
It is important to have realistic expectations regarding winter insulation. Our Low-E film is a effective product, but it is an enhancement to your existing glazing, not a replacement for your heating system or structure.
Maximum Heat Retention: On a standard double-glazed unit, our Low-E films provide a maximum heat retention improvement of up to 21%.
Example: If your conservatory is currently 4 degrees colder than your adjacent room, applying Low-E film could conservatively increase the conservatory temperature by 1 - 3 degrees, making the space more comfortable without adding extra heating.
External Factors Matter: The film significantly reduces heat loss through the glass, but does not address structural issues. If your conservatory suffers from drafts, leaks, or has an insufficient heating source, the overall perceived temperature gain will be limited. You will not experience a 50% reduction.
For Low-E film to provide effective insulation, it is crucial that all glazed surfaces are treated, including the roof AND the upright windows.
Heat naturally seeks the path of least resistance. If the film is only applied to the roof, heat will still escape through the unprotected upright windows (and vice versa). Treating all glass surfaces ensures a consistent thermal barrier, maximizing energy savings and comfort.
Skylight Window Film
Skylights are a popular choice for bringing natural light into interior spaces, but they can also come with drawbacks such as heat buildup, glare, and UV exposure.
When it comes to skylights, we recommend darker and more reflective films to effectively reduce heat and glare. Reflective Silver 20 is the most popular choice for skylight applications. However, it's crucial to verify the composition of your skylights to ensure compatibility with the chosen window film.
Most skylight glass is laminated as its a minimum construction code requirement for overhead window fixtures this requires an external film for 90% of skylights.
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