We love our windows and the natural light they let in, but sun exposure can cause serious damage to the appearance and life of our valuable possessions. Nothing ruins beautiful decor like sun fading. Softer materials like carpeting, wood flooring, rugs, curtains, leather furniture, and artwork are especially vulnerable. What's worse is that replacing items damaged by sun fading can be expensive, impractical, and even impossible.
The sun puts out more than just light. It also emits ultraviolet (UV) radiation. 50% of sun fading is from light and heat combined. But, just as UVA and UVB radiation burns our skin, it also contributes 40% to sun fading by bleaching the color out of our possessions, which causes them to fade. Sadly, fading is just the first sign of damage: UV radiation actually destroys vulnerable materials over time.
If sun fading is becoming a serious issue for you, one way you can try and prevent it is by keeping your valuable belongings away from windows. While this might stop the sun fading, it will really limit the style and what you can do with the space. Another option is to put down rugs or hang curtains. This is a good temporary fix, but those will eventually fade too and need to be replaced. Installing curtains can block the sun, which ultimately means your view is compromised and the rooms is darkened.
What if you could block the sun’s damaging rays from ever entering your home? Solar film blocks 99% of harmful UVA and UVB rays from entering through your windows. While this won't stop fading, it will certainly reduce the effects. This will protect not only your valuable belongings from sun fading, but your loved ones from harmful sun rays. Solar film will also block a lot of the sun's heat and glare. With solar film you are able to block two of the biggest causes of sun fading in your home while keeping your views and natural light. It’s a win-win situation.
Solar film is easily installed on any window, even those hard to reach windows or spots where curtains just won’t work. Solar film compliments your home’s decor while not taking up any extra space. Style your home anyway you like with the peace of mind that the sun’s damage stays outside while you protect your belongings inside.
The team here at Solar Art deals with sun fading everyday. We have come up with a few options you have when it comes to reducing the effects of sun fading. If you are interested in getting solar film installed to either your home or office to help with sun fading, contact us today and we will ensure you get the right window film for your space!
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