Types of Window Tints
When you live in a relatively sunny place such as Queensland Australia, you do consider getting your windows tinted sometime in your life. Given the enormous benefits it provides, it’s natural for more and more people to opt for window tinting be it for residential or commercial properties. But before you go and get the tinting done, it’s important to know the various kinds of tints available and which of them suits your specific needs the best.
Solar Window Tint
Solar Window tinting has significantly gained popularity over the past few years (mainly due to ever growing energy prices in Australia). This kind of tinting is best when you live in an area where the windows allow direct sunshine for prolonged periods of time, and you want to block heat from entering your house. Solar window tinting will protect you from the Sun by absorbing and reflecting up to 99% of the UV rays. This also helps in regulating indoor temperature while allowing natural light to enter (all premium grade window films allow natural light to enter while reflecting out the harmful UV rays.).
Metalized Window Tint
Metalized tint behaves similar to solar tint, it helps block and reflect heat and UV rays but with improved longevity. This is because metalised tint has tiny particles of metals such as copper, nickel or aluminium, unlike other tints that use different types of dyes to create their look. These tiny metal particles also helps increasing the strength of the window, as a result may be more ideal to install in business or warehouse settings.
Carbon Window Tint
If you are someone who loves matt finish products, or your furniture requires the perfect balance in colour, then you can consider carbon film tinting. These films aren’t reflecting but block heat, infrared light and UV rays, preventing skin aging and skin damage. Carbon films also prevent excess heating, helping in keeping the house cool and preventing fading of the interiors. Since heat isn’t getting transferred, this also means the house will also be able to retain heat during winter months. Another advantage of carbon film tinting is that it makes your windows almost shatterproof, making them more secure during stormy weather (which as you know, we all need to be aware of living in Brisbane Queensland).
Ceramic Window Tint
This type of tint film is one of the best window tints when it comes to preventing solar heat. Ceramic tint is very effective in preserving interior temperature as well. However, ceramic tint is also one of the more pricey tints amongst all other available options. This is due to the fact that it is made up of micro-ceramic particles and not dyes. Ceramic by nature is non-reflective and non-conductive, as a result, may be a great option for certain type of settings such as commercial settings. They are more durable and also increase the strength of glass making them withstand the damage from outside elements.
Decorative Window Tint
As the name suggests, decorative window tint is mainly used to enhance the aesthetics of a building. These are dyed window tints, available in various colours and patterns. Decorative window tints provide some protection from the heat but do not block harmful UV radiation. Decorative tints also do not enhance the strength of the windows. However, these tints do provide privacy as it hinders visibility from outside. But don’t be discouraged by the features of decorative tints, because Optimus Tinting Solutions digital printing and window tinting experience can ensure you get great looking results and window tints according to your wants and requirements.
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Although you may choose any type of tint for your residence, vehicle windows or for your office space, depending on your specific requirements, do remember to get the installation work done by professionals so that you can enjoy long term benefits and quality outcomes.
