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Privacy Window Film
Windows are a valuable source of light as well as providing a welcome view to the outside world. Sometimes however, privacy is required and privacy window film is an inexpensive solution.
General Privacy
There are two main types of privacy that privacy window film can provide: full-time two-way privacy and daytime one-way privacy. Both options are available in a wide range of finishes to suit different applications and design preferences.
Daytime one-way privacy is achieved through the use of reflective window film. This type of film appears reflective on the brighter side of the glass, which during daylight hours is typically the exterior, preventing visibility from outside while maintaining clear views from the inside. As reflective film relies on light imbalance, an optimum light-to-dark ratio of at least 3:1 is required for effective performance. In addition to privacy, these films offer further benefits such as UV protection, glare reduction, and, in some cases, reduced solar heat gain.
Full-time two-way privacy is provided by window films such as frosted films or solid colour vinyls. Frosted window film creates the appearance of acid-etched or sandblasted glass, obscuring visibility from both sides while still allowing high levels of natural light to pass through. Available in a variety of finishes, frosted window film offers an immediate and visually appealing privacy solution. It can also be computer-cut into patterns or logos, or digitally printed with custom artwork or designs, allowing for a fully bespoke privacy film solution.
Solid colour vinyls are available in a wide range of colours and provide complete visual privacy while significantly reducing light transmission. They are an ideal solution for obscuring unattractive views or for temporary use during building and renovation works. Vinyl is not suitable for application to every type of glass, so if you are considering this, or any other privacy window film, please call us on 01207 284 284 or email enquiries@glazing-films.co.uk and a member of the team will be able to assist.