Exterior Solar Window Film
Exterior solar window film is applied to the outside of the glass. Our exterior films transmit from 21% to 36% of visible light (VLT), and with every purchase you receive a complimentary tool. We provide these films in bronze and silver shades, specifically tailored for external application.
Exterior solar window film and other solar control window films are an asset to any venue. They bring energy conservation, UV defense — all our films block 99% of UV radiation — and mitigation of glare. Yet it is worth knowing the distinction between films intended for external versus internal application.
Why Choose Exterior Heat Solar Film?
What makes this method of window treatment stand out? Solar tints reflect a substantial amount of heat, but they also heat the glass slightly. When applied externally, this heating is limited to the outside pane; if placed internally, it warms the inner pane instead. So when the highest solar heat rejection is the goal and an external application is feasible, exterior window film is the choice.
Features of This Film Type
- Higher price than interior films: in our range exterior films start at $5.64 per square foot against $4.68 for interior ones.
- Shorter lifespan due to weather and climatic impacts. Exterior tints last around 4+ years, while interior tints can endure 9+ years, sometimes even 12 years.
- Intricate installation, largely weather-dependent.
For more on the nuances of external tint films and guidance on selections, continue reading.
Exterior Window Film Heat in Varied Shades
- Strata Ex 20: A reflective sun protection designed for external application — VLT 22%, TSER 83%.
- Strata Ex 35: A light silver for outdoor use — VLT 32%, TSER 71%.
- Bronze EX 20: Standard tint in a bronze shade — VLT 21%, TSER 83%.
- Bronze Ex 35: A light bronze tint for external coating — VLT 36%, TSER 75%.
Choosing between darker and lighter shades takes a little comparing. For the full range, see the solar control window film section on our website, and the sun control film price segment for what each film costs.
Outdoor Solar Control Window Film
Made to counter direct sunlight, high temperatures and adverse weather, outdoor solar control films are affixed to the exterior of windows.
Solar shades and window tinting shield buildings from excessive heat and the sun's glare. Their function is not just blocking sunlight: it is energy efficiency and a comfortable environment for the occupants.
These films repel a significant part of the sun's heat and infrared radiation — TSER 71% to 83% on the exterior films in this section — which keeps the room cooler. They also block 99% of UV radiation, guarding interiors, be it furniture, flooring, or other elements, against fading. With solar tint incorporated into their design, they also reduce glare, and by cutting the heat load they reduce the need for constant air conditioning.
