Tinting Windows on Houses
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One of our community members works in the field of window tinting. He writes: “The window tinting industry is growing rapidly. When people talk about tinting, the first thing comes to their mind is cars. However, this list is full of tips for tinting your house.”
- Saves energy You will be surprised that you can save up to 20% on your total heating and cooling bill, simply by having your windows tinted. Saving money is always nice.
- Protects your stuff from fading Here is the great chance to protect valuable furniture and rugs. Most types of window film out there block 99% of UV Rays.
- Reduces glare Annoying glare can be cut dramatically by window films, so blinds and drapes can stay open and occupants can continue to enjoy the view.
- Do your homework Research different companies and what they offer. 3M is very well known name… but it doesnt mean it would be the best choice. Huper Optik has the ceramic technology which beats any metal films out there. It provides crystal clear view, and a High Defenition effect. It will not darken the room, but it will cut 85% of the heat and that annoying glare. Metal films are very reflective, where ceramic films are not. You’ll need to compare them, and decide which is right for you and your home.
- It will pay for itself Prices range around $5-8 a square foot. Window film installation has a payback period of 3 years in most cases, making it an extremely cost effective improvement for homes or businesses.
- Bonus tip You can get a tax credit on the Enery star logo film. Huper Optik was also voted one of the ten inventions for going “green”.
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February 3rd, 2008
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February 3rd, 2008
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japanese90
February 1st, 2008
at 1:07pm
1st post
tedmanuel
February 1st, 2008
at 1:07pm
first comment yay
erickj92
February 1st, 2008
at 1:08pm
lol window pane, i love that! good video chris!
japanese90
February 1st, 2008
at 1:08pm
how mush would it cost?
cheeseman52
February 1st, 2008
at 1:10pm
first coment!!!
2OthCenturyFox
February 1st, 2008
at 1:14pm
nice LoL
anooosy1988
February 1st, 2008
at 1:16pm
first
zk43a
February 1st, 2008
at 2:25pm
I HATE it when MY windows are blue!!
do you? (i’m talking about the windows in the wall)
22lambo
February 1st, 2008
at 4:29pm
so if you tint your house windows, you could walk around naked, right?
WillThePlank
February 1st, 2008
at 10:38pm
tinted or not or curtains open…its never stopped me rofl
22lambo
February 1st, 2008
at 11:23pm
lol still, that would be cool. it would be like one way window so you can see out bt no one can see you. window tint on cars is illegal in ca.
Foxontherun2
February 2nd, 2008
at 2:55am
would suck to live in ca lol
22lambo
February 2nd, 2008
at 4:57am
not really. mabey the rules suck, but you have to love the place.
micsowsow
February 1st, 2008
at 10:20pm
thanks chris! i think ill defintely look into tinting my windows in the future after this video i have noticed some of my stuff has lost its luster and i might be time to git a cupple. thanks!
MrFabulous
February 1st, 2008
at 10:27pm
tinting windows is better than using foil!!! LOL
DmitrisVolvo
February 2nd, 2008
at 6:02am
That was me!!!!
DmitrisVolvo
February 2nd, 2008
at 6:03am
I wouldn’t at night lol
Tigerboy25
February 1st, 2008
at 11:29pm
yea tint your house does save you energy but doesnt the double pain windows or sumthing like that would also help you keep the heat inside your house? im pretty sure it does…but hey they also make the room alot cooler in the summer so its a two for one! XD
masterraptor911
February 2nd, 2008
at 7:38am
I’m such a nerd. I read the title and I wondered
“why or how do you tint Microsoft Windows.” The idea of windows like glass never came into mind.
AndreBigset
February 2nd, 2008
at 9:57am
Windows Xp<3
stvh1
February 2nd, 2008
at 10:18am
Who cares!!!!!!!
fraikonz
February 2nd, 2008
at 6:43am
I’ve seen ConEd ads about tinting your windows to save energy, I didn’t really get the direct reason why it would save energy, but now I do.
That Bonus tip would appeal to a lot of people though.
KivaWolf
February 2nd, 2008
at 1:49pm
Apparently not you..
Jeff Matthews
February 2nd, 2008
at 5:12pm
Although some may think that window tinting is a “does it yourself” project, there is a BIG learning curve. If you care how good the look is going to be, go with a pro. Also, be advised that not all windows can be tinted with just any kind of film. I have heard of problems with double pane windows losing their warranty because of window film. I have used the non adhesive / static cling type film at homes in Florida and North Carolina. The energy savings is great. The view…..not so great. But for a blind man, what does it matter?
Anthony
February 2nd, 2008
at 6:58pm
Thanks for the tips both Chris and Dimitri. I never knew tinted windows could help so much. Thanks for the share guys, liked the video.
Foxontherun2
February 3rd, 2008
at 2:07am
dry, crowded, polluted, expensive, no thanks
gunner76
February 2nd, 2008
at 7:23pm
Be sure and use a window tint film made for use on home windows. Automotive grade tint is not made for use on on house windows.
22lambo
February 3rd, 2008
at 2:29am
i dont live in la. i live in a beach town were we live 10min. from the beach and there is no pollution and the temperature is almost the same the whole year. doesn’t get too hot, doesn’t get to could. it’s a great place to live.
Foxontherun2
February 3rd, 2008
at 10:35am
yea just wear a wetsuit or you’ll be swiming in sewage
22lambo
February 3rd, 2008
at 10:54am
we have a lot of beaches and they city takes care of that to so you dont have to worry about that.
mytints
February 7th, 2008
at 2:08pm
only in the day time
technokitty16
February 12th, 2008
at 8:19am
My cat developed nose cancer from sun exposure. Anything that cuts down on UV rays could have spared him the trauma. BTW light colored cats are five times as susceptible to cancer (usually on their nose, eyelids, ears, than dark or Siamese cats. Never thought I’d see this on Chris’ show of all things. Thanks!