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rain and snow) while providing a natural view of the outside world. When
In contrast, once solar control window film is applied to glass nearly 80%
absorbing or reflecting a percentage of the energy from passing through
untreated window, almost 90% of the energy is transmitted through the
reflective because they absorb solar energy. They are not as effective in
The level of absorption and reflectance is dependent on how the film is
reflectance. On the other hand, metallized or nano films provide both
control since their construction properties control both heat and light
controlling solar heat and light because they do not provide any solar
Glass is designed to act as a barrier from exterior elements (i.e. wind,
solar energy or sunlight, comprised of heat, light and UV Rays hits an
How Window Film Affects Glass
solar absorption and reflectance. They do a much better job of solar
constructed. Dyed films contain no metal and are considered non-
technology within the film, act as a solar energy barrier by either
of solar energy can be blocked. The special dyes, metals or nano
from passing through the glass surface. Consult a Johnson Window Films professional to find the best films to

glass. the glass. suit your needs.