As a sunny and tropical country, one common situation in Singapore homes, offices and buildings is the problem with getting too much sun. The bright light might oftentimes be welcomed, but the uncomfortable heat and glare that comes with it isn’t so. It is difficult to rest and relax at home or concentrate at work when you’re constantly bothered with the stifling heat or distracted by the sunlight shining directly at your eyes.
The installation of window films is therefore a popular solution, helping even in cutting down your cooling costs, but with over dozens of different film models, colors and specifications of window films in the market, selecting the best one for your glass is no easy task. And so we have listed down for you the 5 most popular LLumar Window Film models installed in Singapore in 2015 and the difference in their various applications.
1. LLumar DR25SRCDF (Warm Grey)
Type: Solar Film
Origin: Made in USA
Data Specifications:
Visible Light Transmittance: 22%
Total Solar Energy Rejected: 65%
Ultraviolet Ray Protection: 99%
This wonder film can be installed pretty much anywhere. It is often light enough to be permitted by condominium managements but can still cut off 76% of glare. Mostly installed in areas where excellent heat and glare reduction are required, the film gives off a warm to neutral daylight ambience and a very low interior surface reflectance at night.
Popular Applications: Condominiums, HDB, Landed Properties, Offices, Restaurants, Commercial and Government Buildings
2. LLumar RN07GSRHPR (One-Way Mirror)
Type: Reflective Solar Film
Origin: Made in USA
Data Specifications:
Visible Light Transmittance: 5%
Total Solar Energy Rejected: 84%
Ultraviolet Ray Protection: 99%
This films unique one-way mirror effect adds privacy, without blocking the view from the inside. Even without blinds or curtains during daytime, outsiders and neighbors are only able to see their own reflection through the glass. It also has the highest heat and glare rejection rate amongst the other films, allowing significant energy savings from lower cooling costs.
Popular Applications: HDB, Landed Properties, Offices, Restaurants, Commercial and Government Buildings
3. LLumar AVS70SRHPR (Neutral)
Type: Solar Film
Origin: Made in USA
Data Specifications:
Visible Light Transmittance: 71%
Total Solar Energy Rejected: 52%
Ultraviolet Ray Protection: 99.9%
This specialty film provides a virtually invisible appearance, and is the top choice for applications where optically clear glass panels are required, like condominiums with particular management requirements. Despite its lightness, the film can still significantly reduce heat build-up and prevent the fading of your furniture and flooring from ultraviolet rays.
Popular Applications: Condominiums, Landed Properties, Offices, Restaurants, Commercial and Government Buildings, Cars
4. LLumar RHE20ERHPR (Silver)
Type: Exterior Solar Film
Origin: Made in USA
Data Specifications:
Visible Light Transmittance: 14%
Total Solar Energy Rejected: 83%
Ultraviolet Ray Protection: 99.9%
Applied to the exterior face of the glass especially in difficult to reach or install areas, this film provides superior heat rejection and glare reduction performance, reflecting away sunlight before they even pass through the windows. It has a strong scratch-resistance coating to help withstand exposure to wind, rain and other external factors.
Popular Applications: Skylight, Car Porch, Patio Glass Overhead, Landed Properties, Commercial and Government Buildings
5. LLumar NRM55PS4 (Glacier)
Type: Frosted Privacy and Anti-Shatter Safety Film
Origin: Made in USA
Data Specifications:
Visible Light Transmittance: 67%
Total Solar Energy Rejected: 36%
Ultraviolet Ray Protection: 99%
This 3-in-1 film provides privacy from its frosted appearance, reduces heat and most importantly, prevents the shattering of glass in the event of accidents and forced entries. It securely adheres to glass surfaces to resist impact and helps keep particles safely in place if glass is broken, preventing injuries, damage to property and loss.
Popular Applications: Bathroom Doors, Toilet Shower Screens, Corridors and Walkways, Partitions, Kitchens, Offices, Commercial and Government Buildings
Still can’t decide on which window film to use for your glass? Not to worry! We can do a FREE site assessment and quotation for you. Nothing still beats the advice and suggestion of a certified window film professional.
Just call Window-Cool at tel. 6-2888-323 or drop us an email at support@windowcool.com.
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