Reduce Utility Bills
The more windows there are in your building, the greater the benefits of installing 3M window tint. That is because 3M window tint does much more than simply control heat gain or loss; it also improves the safety, security, energy efficiency, and appearance of your building - all at a fraction of the cost of installing special glass.
Unlike drapes and blinds, 3M window film rejects up to 79% of the heat that would otherwise come through the window. That can translate into a savings of about one ton of air conditioning for every 100 square feet of glass exposed to sunlight.
In addition to keeping solar heat out during the summer months, 3M All Season Window Films keep you warmer in the winter months by reflecting manmade heat back into the building. This can reduce heat loss by up to 30% to save you money and improve occupant comfort.
Using information specific to the windows and layout of your building, we can estimate the savings derived from installing 3M window film using a software application co-developed between 3M and the Department of Energy. Often the payback period is less than three years.
3M window films block out 98% - 99.9% of UV light, thus protecting you from the sun's harmful rays and significantly reducing fabric and furniture fade. They also reduce glare to improve your indoor visibility, especially with respect to computer monitors and televisions.