Clearview National August 2015 - Issue 165 | Page 83

colour A Flexible Solution When faced with the challenge of controlling heat and glare in a conservatory, many homeowners turn to expensive blinds. But are fabric window dressings really the most effective remedy or is there an alternative? And how can the problem be addressed on a larger, more commercial scale? »»ARC Window Films, based in the North West and serving customers the length and breadth of the UK, offers a range of film window coverings which provide a modern, efficient and cost-conscious solution to the issue of solar heat build-up in a heavilyglazed room or property such as a conservatory, office, school or even shopping centre. Unobtrusive and easily and quickly installed to new or existing windows, doors and glazed roofing, not only do the films work to control temperature but they are frequently used to increase a building’s energy efficiency and contribute towards a property’s all-important Energy Performance rating. Sales Manager Neil Brabbs says of the product: “The ever-increasing efficiency of modern glazing means that traditional solutions to heat control, such as blinds, are becoming less and less effective. The heat is already inside the room before it even hits the blind, and the low emissivity coatings in modern glazing prevent it from transferring back outside, leading to heat build-up. Window films block this heat before it enters the room, making them an ideal retrofit solution to excessive heat build-up in buildings with modern glazing. In addition, the added protection against UV and heat helps to reduce fading of interior furnishings. It’s a fantastic addon product to any new glazing installation.” The flexibility of film means that the product’s wide range of uses also includes oneway privacy effects, ideal for offices, schools or vehicles and increased security and window protection. Films can be customised to incorporate commercial logos and artwork for retail and office window displays, both protecting stock and creating outstanding exterior branding. The product comes into its own on listed buildings, where the replacement of windows and doors may be prohibited. To find out more about how you could benefit from window film, see www. arcwindowfilms.com or contact Neil at ARC on 0333 800 2400 Don’t get caught in the rain... • Easy to fit, lightweight, strong and durable • Suitable for domestic and commercial use • Use as a door canopy, passageway cover, bike shelter or smoking shelter • Black or grey polycarbonate arms with clear, bronze or blue glazing • Widths up to 30m are available • FREE DELIVERY to UK mainland £each (excl. VAT) PROJECTION (mm) WIDTH (mm) 650 1000 1270 1500 1000 130 153 186 255 1200 135 155 189 259 1500 140 155 195 263 2000 160 210 238 268 3000 204 255 294 320 3500 225 294 332 370 4000 255 320 345 409 01925 826314 [email protected] www.birchwoodtrading.co.uk C L E A RV I E W-U K . C O M » AU G 2015 » 83