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How To Protect Floors and Furnishings from Sun Fading

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Furnishing your home can be a significant investment, especially when you have decided to settle here in Bundaberg for the foreseeable future. From flooring to furnishings, the costs can add up quickly and with so much invested, it only makes sense to take steps to protect your home’s interior from sun fading.

While we all love open and airy homes with lots of windows, the biggest threat to your floors and furnishings can be right outside those same windows, the Sun. The sun is one of the primary causes of faded floors and furnishings. Most people do not want to sacrifice their views and the open feeling of their home to protect their floors and furniture from the sun, so what can be done? One of the best ways to tackle the primary causes of sun damage and fading is with residential window tinting.

What Causes Fading and Sun Damage?

So, what exactly is causing your floorboards and furniture to fade and lose their appeal?

Causes of fading interior in homes

Causes of fading interior in homes

A common misconception is that UV rays are the only thing causing faded floors and sun damage to furnishings. While they are certainly the largest component, as this chart illustrates, they only account for 40%. Solar heat and visible lights are also major contributors, and combined account for around 50% of the problem. The last factor is comprised of a variety of things, like interior lighting, humidity, etc.

The first thing this chart demonstrates is that you cannot “stop” fading completely unless the item you want to protect is stored in a dark, climate-controlled room. In real life, the best you can do is focus on the major contributors of fading in a significant enough way to slow down the process. By slowing the process, you extend the lifespan of your floors and furnishings.

Why Is Window Film a Good Solution?

As mentioned above, most people do not want to “close-up” their home in an effort to stop the damage from occurring. So, assuming the windows will not be covered, we need to eliminate the factors before they enter the home. Window film is a great option because it addresses the three major contributors of fading. Most professionally installed window films will block 99%+ of harmful UV rays. In addition, many window films can significantly reduce the heat coming through the window, which can cut your energy costs derived from air conditioning and heating by up to 30%. Finally, it is possible to block up to 60% of the visible light coming through a window without noticeably darkening the window to keep your home light. When you combine these three factors, you can take a large slice out of the pie shown above. This protection can be accomplished while retaining the open feel of your home by using window film.

We hope this brief article shed some light on what the factors of faded floors, rugs and furniture are and how tinting your home windows is one of your best options to address this issue.

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Is Tinting House Windows Really Worth It? Pros and Cons of Tinted Home Windows

Residential Window Tinting BundabergJust Tinting Bundaberg

When it comes to shelling out the money for yet another home improvement project, is it really worth to spend it on tinting your house windows? Sure, tinting home windows might cut down on glare and heat gain during hot Bundy summers, but with all things taken into account, is the ROI worth the investment?

As local experts in all types of window tinting, we can help you weigh the pros and cons of tinted home windows. Of course, selecting a quality product is crucial when it comes to maximising your investment. But what many Bundaberg homeowners overlook is the importance of having the window treatment installed professionally. This can be the difference between decades of savings or a few short years before having to replace the tint.

The Pros and Cons of Home Window Tinting

Are the windows in your home old, fragile, or energy-inefficient? Treating windows with the right window film is one of the easiest and most economical ways to boost energy efficiency. But that’s not all. Certain types of window films are equipped with additional benefits for added reinforcement, UV protection, and daylight redirecting properties. Here are some of the pros of tinting home windows with the proper type of film.

The “Pros” of Tinting Home Windows

  • Prevent fading of interior furnishing and upholstery – Have you ever noticed how curtains, drapes, and upholstered furniture near the windows fade over time? This damage is the result of prolonged UV exposure from the sun. To combat this from occurring, some window film products deliver 99.9% UV blocking capabilities.
  • Block infrared solar energy that causes heat gain – It’s no secret that if you sit by a window receiving direct sunlight, it’s going to feel warmer. That is unless the window is equipped with a sun control film. Such products are designed to block 97% of infrared light, which in turn can minimize AC-taxing heat gain all while enhancing comfort.
  • Control energy leaks and heat loss – With products like 3M™ Thinsulate™, low emissivity capabilities improve the insulation value of a typical single-pane window close to that of a double-pane window, and of a double-pane comparable to that of a triple-pane. This advanced yet invisible insulation technology helps retain heat keeping you warmer during the colder months in Bundy.
  • Improve visibility to the outdoors – Another common feature found in certain types of 3M™ Window Film is lowered interior and exterior reflectivity. In essence, this feature enhances outdoor viewing from the inside while maintaining an attractive look from the outside.
  • Redirect natural sunlight deeper into your home – With daylight redirecting window film, as much as 80% of sunlight can be redirected up onto the ceiling, casting light as deep as 40 feet from the window into a room. In fact, according to 3M™, there’s a link between enhanced natural light and increased productivity. Hospitals have even shown improved patient recovery with daylighting effects from such window film.
  • Enhanced safety and security – Taking the “pros” one step further, some window treatments are equipped with all of the latter benefits as well as added protection against forced break-ins and natural disasters. Not only do these safety and security films prevent shattering, but in the instance there is a break, the film helps hold the glass together, thereby preventing flying shards from causing injury. In many instances of forced entry attempts, these films will deter threats immediately keeping you and your family safe.
Before & After Home Window Tinting

Before & After Home Window Tinting

The “Cons” of Tinting Home Windows

  • Not all home window tints are created equal – Selecting the right window treatment is critical. Not only is it important to choose the proper window film for the harsh Bundaberg climate, but going with a budget tint can provide limited benefits in terms of heat retention, sun control, UV blocking, and other aspects that might be important to you. In short, choose a window treatment wisely, ideally with the guidance of professional local business like Just Tinting.
  • Certain products don’t come with a warranty – Home window tinting might help create an energy-efficient home by regulating the inside temperature, however some cheaper tints and films don’t come with a warranty and may need to be replaced shortly after the installation. For that reason, it’s important to work with a tinting company that offers high-quality window films that are covered. At Just Tinting Bundaberg, we offer lifetime warranty on all our tinting products, so you only ever have to pay ONCE for your tint.
  • Depending on the size of your home, it might cost you – Of course with any home improvement project there’s going to be a cost. Window tinting is no exception. For larger homes, a professional installation might cost several thousands of dollars when it’s all said and done. However, when you factor-in the long-term energy savings with such an investment, the payback can be as soon as just a few years. Just see some of our customer reviews for proof.

So, Is Tinting Your Home Windows Worth It?

When weighing the pros and cons of residential window tinting, the choice should be obvious. From improving the energy-efficiency, safety, and security of your windows to enhancing UV protection, daylighting, and visibility to the outdoors, the advantages heavily outweigh the disadvantages. However, this is only the case with certain window film products that deliver on these capabilities and provide years of ROI.

To learn more about whether or not residential window tinting is right for your home, contact us at Just Tinting Bundaberg.

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