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Can Window Film be Used on Low-E Windows?
Low-E glass helps reduce energy costs and harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays while allowing plenty of natural light. But can window film make Low-E windows even better?
Retailers: Prepare For ‘Thieving Season’ Security Window Film May Deter Smash and Grab Crime
Winter is traditionally one of their strongest sales periods for retailers, but it is also the ‘thieving season.’ Retailers need to prepare for crimes of opportunity, such as lightning-quick smash-and-grab crimes, states the nonprofit International Window Film...
Indoor sun protection at home and the office
Many folks are unaware of how vulnerable they are to UV solar radiation while indoors at home and at the office. Click here to learn more about how to increase your family's health and safety. When enjoying the outdoors, most of us take proper precautions to protect...
Calgary Commercial Window Films
Calgary businesses and property managers choose Hi-Calibre Views because we use the highest quality films on the market matched with quality customer service.
5 Unfortunate Myths About Window Film
A clear understanding of window film and recognizing what it can and cannot do is vital to making your installation decision. Read about a few window film myths and many of the real-world benefits of window films below. You might be surprised by what you find. A Look...
What Sun Protection Factor (SPF) does Window Film Provide?
Think you’re safe from the sun’s harmful rays while inside a building? Au contraire! Sunlight through unfiltered glass can be just as damaging as a day at the beach. What sun Protection Factor (SPF) does window film provide? Find out here how window film can...
Window Film Can Help Keep Your Home Warm in Winter
When you think about how window film works, the fact that it keeps harmful UV rays and heat out of your home makes logical sense. However, did you know that window film also retains heat inside of your home? Considering that the average home loses about one-third of...
Serious Cash Savings for Calgary Families
One of the topics that we are asked about most often by Calgary families are the long-term energy savings involved with window films. Here is a full blog post on the subject.
How Long Will Window Film Last?
Window film can solve an array of issues for homeowners. From excessive heat gain and glare to energy savings and added security. However, people justifiably wonder, "How long will window film last and continue to maintain its performance?" Manufacturer’s Warranty If...
Can I Tint My Windows Myself?
Homeowners experiencing excessive heat gain and annoying glare shining through their homes’ windows often consider window film an obvious solution. "Can I tint my windows myself?" Well, the decision to hire a professional or install the window film themselves leaves...
Learn the lingo
Understanding specific terms relating to window film can be somewhat daunting. This article will help you speak the lingo like a pro! In doing a quick count of window film-related terms, I've counted over 120 separate ones. That is a lot for anyone to understand and...
keep your home warm this winter
When winter’s icy chill is upon us, temperatures drop, and our heating bills skyrocket. But, there are several ways to keep you and your home from succumbing to the energy-robbing cold. Below we give you some tips on furnace maintenance, winter-proofing, and window...
What is light pollution?
Light pollution refers to excessive or improper artificial outdoor lighting that interferes with night and day's natural rhythm. Too much light pollution interrupts the natural lighting process. It can have many significant consequences, including increased energy...
Solutions: Privacy window film
Whether it's nosy neighbours, a revealing front entryway, or a bathroom window that's just a little too visible, privacy window film is an elegant way to make you more comfortable in your home. Many Canadians find themselves living near their neighbours or in areas...
