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RC Window Films - Window Film

Ceramic window tint Vs Mirror tint

  • S1E8
  • 10:47
  • April 18th 2020

There are many types of tint on the market. Window films can be applied to cars, buildings, houses, and boats. Polyester, dye, and metalized window tints are the most common type of films used today. 


However, an increasingly popular option is the use of Ceramic tint. You might ask, "What is a ceramic tint? " 


Ceramic films or tints are made of titanium oxide. Titanium dioxide is an active ingredient in sunscreen. Titanium dioxide acts as an ultraviolet filter in the sunscreen - helps protect human skin, prevents the absorption of ultraviolet rays from the sun, and reduces the chances of sunburns, which can increase the chances of skin cancers. 


Ultrafine-grade, or Nanoscale Titanium Dioxide

Ultrathin titanium dioxide is most often used in the following applications: 

Sunscreen: Nano-titanium dioxide becomes transparent and acts as an efficient ultraviolet light absorber. 


Because of the small size of the particles, nano-titanium dioxide does not reflect visible light but absorbs ultraviolet rays to achieve a transparent barrier that protects the skin from the sun. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, sunscreen and window films containing titanium dioxide can help prevent skin cancer. 


The same ultrafine ceramic particles are embedded and mixed with PET in its liquid form and pressed with laminators to form Ceramic window tinting film. These films provide superior heat rejection, UV protection, and maintain transparently maintaining uncompromised views.


Ceramic window tint 

Ceramic window film is a film that blocks out an incredible amount of sun rays. Its prime use has long been for vehicle tints because of its ability to be very light in color. Home ceramic window tinting is a bit different and requires proper glass inspection to select the best tone and the application surface.

What is a ceramic tint? 

Ceramic tint is a high-performance window PET. These types of films are known for their high heat rejection, optical clarity, and beautiful color. Ceramic window film stops both UV and IR, and it's because of its construction it's able to expel harmful infrared rays and block damaging ultraviolet light. 

 Reflective tint VS Ceramic tint

Ceramic window films are ideal for homeowners looking to keep the natural views. Ceramic window film is known for maintaining tone and color without increasing reflectivity, including distorting visibility. 

First, let's discuss the benefit of window tinting your home; home window tinting, otherwise known as residential window tinting, is a low-cost Home-improvement option when compared to glass replacement. Window tinting films are designed to block UV, reduce heat, cut glare, improve privacy, add security & even add a decorative touch. 


Knowing the added benefits of window films, we can now move on to the differences between reflective window films and ceramic window films.


Ceramic Window Film

Ceramic window films are ideal for homeowners looking to keep the natural views. Ceramic window film is known for maintaining tone and color without increasing reflectivity, including distorting visibility. 

Advantages

  • Maintain Views without increasing reflectivity 
  • Clear film options with high heat rejection

Disadvantages

  • Costly
  • Ceramic films can absorb excessive heat raising the risk of thermal stress for some window constructions for buildings.

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RC Window Films - Window Film

RC Window films Podcast is intended to educate everyday listeners on window film benefits, capabilities, and uses. We also want to share our experiences, provide business insight, and become a resource for those interested in the window film industry.

We will be including our AiA Presentations and talks with Architects and Engineers to give you a better understanding of implementation of window films on large projects and much more.



Topics Will Include: 

  • Anti-Glare Window Film
  • Ceramic Window Film
  • Fade Reduction Window Film
  • Insulating Window Film
  • Opaque Window Film
  • Reflective Window Film
  • Skylight Tinting
  • UV Protection Window Film
  • Anti-Graffiti Window Film
  • Decorative Window Film
  • Frosted Window Film
  • Low-E Window Film
  • Privacy Window Film
  • Safety & Security Window Film
  • Solar Control Window Film
  • Window Film Removal

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