It’s that time of year again when many people are scrambling to come up with gift ideas. With most of us spending much more time at home this year, the thought of upgrading some aspect of our houses has become a popular notion. So, as you consider what this “gift” for your home might be, we wanted to share three … Read More
Solar Controlling Window Film Pros & Cons Detailed by Architect Magazine
Evelyn Royer wrote an article for Architecture Magazine called “The Pros and Cons of Window Films” that we wanted to summarize. Solar controlling window film can be a misunderstood product, so we wanted to clear up some misconceptions. These innovative films retrofitted to your existing windows can be one of the most cost-effective ways to boost energy efficiency in both … Read More
Autumn & Winter Are The Best Time To Install Glare Reducing Window Film
It may seem counterintuitive, but it’s not your imagination, the sun is actually brighter in the Fall and Winter. From October through Spring, the sun is much lower in the sky and that presents itself as an irritating glare that you might not notice at other times of the year. This lower angle of the sun’s rays hitting your windows … Read More
Five Primary Benefits of Using Decorative Film Versus Custom Glass
Decorative film and decorative glass are popular in both commercial and home settings. The main reason is how versatile they can make a space. You can add elements of privacy, decor or branding without making a space feel enclosed. It is easy to see why these products are being used more frequently. With that said, is there a benefit to … Read More
Two Critical Components Of A Quality Home Window Film Installation
Benjamin Franklin once famously said “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.” More appropriate words cannot be said as it relates to having the windows tinted or filmed in your home. We wanted to write this article to shed some light on two very critical components of a quality home window film … Read More
School Construction News Details Necessary School Safety Measures
As we get ready to embark on a new school year, it is safe to say that many things will be different. While we definitely want to pay attention to the health aspects related to starting school, we also want to be aware of school safety and security vulnerabilities. To better inform you in this area, we wanted to share … Read More
School Safety for Back to School – Is Your Western Michigan Area School Safe?
With “Back to School” upon us, we wanted to share an article about school safety and how security window film can be part of an overall solution to keep kids safe. This article was in Business Insider and is titled “Here are the best ways to protect schools, workplaces, and ourselves from active shooters.” The article talks about a variety … Read More
Protect Western Michigan Facilities & People Using Security Window Films
We’re passionate about the ways that window films can add value to a space. From residences to commercial buildings, films bring energy efficiency, reduce glare, and add style for a cost-effective price. However, one of the lesser known benefits of window films is their security-enhancing features. Though they are installed on existing windows and can be installed by professionals with … Read More
Energy Saving Benefits of Window Film Discussed by U.S. Department of Energy
In an article on the Department of Energy website Energy.Gov, they published an article entitled Energy Efficient Window Attachments in which they discuss the energy saving benefits of several window covering technologies. They included window films in the list and had some very positive things to say about the energy saving benefits they provide. The article states: “Window films help … Read More