Sun Barrier Window Film

Types Of Window Tint Films That Are Currently In The Market

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 03:17:05 +0000

Whether it is applied to the windows of an automobile, a home, or a business office space, window tinting film is an inexpensive, attractive, and convenient way to improve the quality of an interior space.

Trust us, it doesn’t just amp up the aesthetic of your space. It offers so much more than that. Window tinting films promote privacy while still allowing plenty of light and visibility inside and at the same time, it cuts down on glare from the sun. We all know how damaging and painful it can get when you’re looking out the window and suddenly feel the burn in our eyes due to glare. Furthermore, it helps to keep the heat out during unbearable hot days and if you’re living in cold countries, it keeps the heat in during the winter. Yes, you read that right.

Window tinting films work wonders and it’s quite impressive how it can adapt so well in any weather, especially the stark contrast in temperatures during summer and winter. Another benefit of having window tint films is that it can help in reducing the costs of air conditioning and heating. Additionally, not only it blocks sunlight, most window tinting film can also block dangerous ultraviolet rays (UV rays). You may check out our product range that provides up to 99% UV radiation protection. The options are endless in the market right now and as we know it is great to have window tinting films, not all types of window tint film are equally effective in fulfilling the benefits we’ve mentioned. Thus, we are here to introduce the types of window tinting films that are currently available in the market, the materials, specifications, costs, effectiveness etc so that you will have an idea about how to select good quality ones that actually work.

Dyed Film

It is the least expensive, least functional and the most economical type of window tinting film compared to the others. The dye is just placed in a layer next to the adhesive. Most people who consider dyed films are due to its cost as it is the most affordable for people on a budget. Even though it’s cheap, it does hold some qualities. Dyed films do provide solar heat rejection (although not much) and due to its opaque colour, people prefer it for its appearance and privacy. The downside of dyed films is they do not last long as the dye does tend to fade with time.

Metallized Film

Similar to dyed films, metallized films also provide heat rejection. They are created by applying very thin coats of reflective metal to the tint’s film. This metal layer results in the tint being somewhat reflective while having exceptional heat rejection and blocking UV radiation. Metallized film creates a shiny appearance from the outside. These films are made by vacuum-coating a layer of metal onto the polyester. Then, a clear laminate is applied to protect the metal. After that, it is then sandwiched between an adhesive layer and scratch coat. This provides added safety and privacy with minimal limitations of visibility from the inside of the tinted windows. This metallic content strengthens the window as well. Due to how metallized films are made, your windows will be more shatter-resistant and scratch-resistant. The con is that when used in a vehicle, one drawback of metallized film is the fact that its metallic content has a tendency to interfere with cell phone and GPS transmissions and sometimes, radio frequencies. That is something to take note if you’re interested in this type of films.

Carbon Film

Compared to metallized films, we personally think that carbon films offer better results. Unlike metallized films, carbon film doesn’t have any metal in it, hence you will not encounter any cell phone, GPS or radio signal disruptions. As we’ve mentioned that metallized films has a reflective and shiny look but carbon film is a total opposite. It has a dark and matte-finished so it is a good option for people who are not into the whole reflective and shiny look. We personally think it’s a more tasteful option. Carbon films can block up to about 40% of the solar heat (infrared light) that enters through the windows. It is about as effective as other varieties in blocking heat and guess what? Carbon film will not fade and age (in colours) with time.

Ceramic Film

It is not just one of the highest quality of window tint films but it is also one of the most expensive. It does not contain any metal, dye, nor carbon, but instead a kind of ceramic particle that is both nonconductive and nonmetallic. It is considered as the most (or at least one of) reliable in the market. Ceramic film cuts from 45% to 50% of the solar heat (infrared light) and up to 99% of UV rays that enters through the windows while allowing maximum visibility (both by day and night). Similar to carbon film, ceramic film does not disrupt radios, cell phones, GPS systems etc. In addition, it is highly resistant to glare, colour fading and is shatter-proof. Ceramic film does not interrupt your vision while driving at night due to its outstanding optical clarity.

Sputter Film

This is considered the best and most advanced window film in the market at the moment. Over 25 distinct metals are suitable for use in sputtering, and the resulting film is also much lighter. The metal layer is extremely fine and it’s highly effective at blocking certain radiation bands from direct sunlight. Sputter film produces minimal mirror effect, color shifting, and heat absorption while retaining high reflectivity of radiation. Sputtering technology is a highly complex process, and like deposition technology, the magic takes place in a special vacuum chamber. The cost to manufacture films using sputtering is unsurprisingly high, which means these films can be pricier than most. Basic components found in sputter film are: layers of polyester with adhesive, metallized, and scratch-resistant coatings.

Sun Barrier™ Magnetron Sputter Film

While sputter films are currently the best in the market at the moment, we are proud to announce our Sun Barrier™ Magnetron sputter film, an updated and upgraded version created using the only international leading-edge sputtering technology, with up to 15 layers of precious metals built into micro nano particles precious metal (eg. silver,gold,) coating using optical grade base materials. As such, this results in high degrees of insulation and clarity with low refraction through isolation and screening of heat and light in different metals. We are currently the pioneer in distributing this state-of-the-art sputtering film in Malaysia and Asia and we guarantee that you will not disappoint in the quality. To find out more, please visit: https://www.sunbarrier.com.my/sputter-film/ or contact us: +6 03-8062 3891

Introduction To Window Films/tints. What Are They? Are They Necessary? What Are The Benefits?

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 03:05:27 +0000

When we hear the term window film or window tint, the first thing that comes to mind is that it is for car windows only, but is it just for cars?

The answer is: No. Window films are suitable not just for automotive cars, but also residential homes and commercial buildings. In this article, we will be sharing the fundamentals about window films. What are window films? Are they necessary and important? What are the benefits?

What Are Window Films?
Window film is a sheet of specially treated polyester laminate designed to enhance the performance of regular windows. One side of the sheet has an adhesive and the other has a scratch-resistant coating. There are many types of window films catered to different purposes. It depends on an individual’s preference, concerns or intend.

Are They Necessary And Important?
In our opinion, the answer is: Yes. To many people, window films are a good-to-have but we personally think window films are mandatory especially if you are living in a hot and humid country. Sun damaging from UV rays is not instant and we cannot see it immediately but it doesn’t mean it’s not happening. In the long run, there are negative effects such as eye damage, skin cancer, furniture fading etc.

What Are The Benefits Of Window Films?
Different window films provide different benefits. It all depends what the individual is looking for. All homes have windows and glass. Unfortunately, they are poor insulators and they do not entirely provide strong protections against burglaries, uv rays, heat and privacy. These are six main benefits:

Provides Security
Security is what most customers are looking for. Accidents are inevitable and we feel safer when we know that we are constantly protected, no matter where we are. Security window films will protect you when you’re in your car, home or office. Security films not only prevent glass shatters from burglaries, but also protection against natural disasters, vandalism, or accidental damage. Security window films are strong enough to withheld shattered glass from falling, hence prevent glass cuts and injuries.
Protection From Heat
The sun’s heat can be brutal and we all can totally relate. There’s nothing more uncomfortable than sitting in a room all cooped up with heat. Nobody likes a sauna room 24/7. Heat and UV rays penetrate through windows which will cause damage to furniture and upholstery, sun burns and even worst, eye cataracts in the long run.

Reduce Glare
The second benefit is to get rid of glare. Unfortunately, when the sun hits any glass surfaces, it causes refraction which can be pretty annoying eg: glare on the television and disruptive window views. Window films have the ability of reducing glare and provide ease to our eyes as it can be dangerous, especially when you are driving.

Prevent Fading
Fading due to harmful UV rays are not instant. It’s a gradual process. We like to call it: The Slow Death. The sun’s UV rays are on a constant mission to fade your interior furnishings. Fading happens when UV rays and visible light continually hit your leather couch or wood floors and it begins to break down the chemical bonds of dyes. Your furniture will eventually deteriorate.

Improve Aesthetics and Privacy
Besides all the technical benefits of window films, if clients are looking for something that can improve the aesthetics of their homes, decorative window films are the way to go. They come in all sorts of textures, colours and patterns. Clients can choose based on their individually and the look and feel of their homes. As for privacy, frosted films are recommended. It provides privacy without sacrificing the inflow of natural light with blinds or curtains. It is also more cost effective to have decorative and frosted films rather than opting for stained, privacy or etched glass as it can be very expensive. These films are cost effective and easy to maintain.

Lower energy costs
When heat enters your home, it’s all contained which causes your home to be too hot. When it gets too hot, it results in expensive utility bills for the homeowner. Having window films can help homeowners save up to 50% on energy costs by improving heat retention and provide solar heat rejection. Window films will help improve your car, home of office environment by keeping the heat out and keeping the cool air in.

Start Enquiring Today
Besides these six points, there are many other benefits of window films. In hot and humid countries, window films are not optional anymore. It is mandatory. With our ozone layer thinning, the heat has become unbearable. Damaging UV rays such as UVA, UVB and UVC are causing negative effects to not just our surroundings, but also to our health. Prevention is always better than cure. Protect yourself. Your family and your home by investing in window films. You will definitely see a difference.

What Are Ultraviolet Rays? Are They Harmful To Humans?

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 02:20:28 +0000

Ultraviolet Rays or UV rays for short is a type of electromagnetic radiation that causes many negative health factors to the human body. Exposure to UV rays is damaging not just to the human body, but also things surrounding us. It damages living tissues and causes sunburns, sun tans, eye cataracts etc. Where does electromagnetic radiation comes from? Pretty obvious: The Sun. It is transmitted in waves at different wavelengths and frequencies. UV rays are divided into three categories:

UVA, or near UV (315–400 nm)
UVB, or middle UV (280–315 nm)
UVC, or far UV (180–280 nm)

UV effects

Most of the natural UV light people encounter comes from the sun but only about one-third of this penetrates the atmosphere to reach the ground. 95 percent is UVA and 5 percent is UVB. No measurable UVC from solar radiation reaches the Earth’s surface, because ozone, molecular oxygen and water vapor in the upper atmosphere completely absorb the shortest UV wavelengths. UVA and UVB are the strongest and most damaging to living things on Earth.

Positive effects of UV rays

Allow Vitamin D production
UV from the Sun is needed by our bodies to produce vitamin D. As we all know, vitamin D helps strengthen bones, muscles and the body’s immune system.
Helps in moods
It was suggested by research that sunlight stimulates the pineal gland in the brain to produce certain chemicals called ‘tryptamines’. These chemicals improve human’s mood, making them happy and joyous.
Disinfection and sterilization
UV can effectively kill microorganisms such as viruses and bacteria, for example, when hanging underwear and tea-towels outside under the sun. To destroy the microorganisms, UV rays penetrate the cell’s membrane, destroying the DNA, and stops its ability to reproduce and multiply. This destructive effect explains why we can use UV antibacterial lamps for disinfection and sterilization.

Negative effects of UV rays

⦁ Causes skin cancer

There is a strong evidence that each of the three main types of skin cancer (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma) is caused by sun exposure. As many as 90% of skin cancers are due to UV radiation so it’s safe to say that UV rays are the cause of skin cancers due to the research results.

⦁ Causes sun burn and aging skin

UV burns the skin hence that is why sun burn occurs when we are under the sun for too long. Sun burn is a burn that occurs when skin cells are damaged. This damage to the skin is caused by the absorption of energy from UV rays. If not taken care of, your skin will lose its elasticity as UV rays destroy collagen.

⦁ Damages eyes

Prolonged exposure to UV or high intensities of UV damages the tissues of eyes. It will cause blurred vision, “burned” eyes or even worst, cataracts, which left untreated, will cause blindness.

⦁ Discolouration of materials

When exposed to the sun, items such as fabrics, furnishings and paintings will eventually fade in the long run. These items need protection from UV to uphold the condition and colours.

In conclusion, UV rays are indeed dangerous to not only humans, but also non-living things. There are definitely benefits of UV rays, but the negative effects overshadows the positive. To avoid the damaging effects of UV rays, we should start protecting ourselves and try to avoid the sun light as much as possible. Doesn’t mean you’re indoors, you are protected. UV rays penetrate through windows. Small steps such as wearing sun glasses and sun block while under the sun and install window films for your home, car and office will make a whole lot of difference.

Danger More Than UV400 T-max # High Energy Visible (Hev) Blue Light

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 01:51:00 +0000

We understand that UVA, UVB, UV T-max, all these UV radiation from 10nm to 400nm wavelength, how it hurts and harmful to human skin and eyes.

But there is still some harmful radiation we must aware and taking precaution, with the longer wavelength 400nm and above.

High Energy Visible (HEV) Blue Light
Extra harmful – 400nm to 500nm

High Energy Visible (HEV) Blue Light – the flickering blue light that penetrate into retinal and resulting into loss vision in long term. It is also one of the visible light spectrum, below are the harmful blue light that affect everyone especially young society.

What blue light (HEV) can affect and damage?
The flicker and glare may be one of the reasons for eyestrain, headaches, and physical and mental fatigue. Because it is shorter, these “Blue” or High Energy Visible (HEV) wavelengths flicker and create glare that can:

Reduce visual contrast
Affect sharpness and clarity
Long term will lead to vision lost

Ultraviolet (100NM TO 400NM) – What Are The Causes?

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 09:35:02 +0000

Sun Barrier Window Film proud to introduce UV400 series to give extra protection, especially for skin and eye optics which is concern by everyone, our window film is suitable to install for Building and Automotive.

What is UV400 ? Sunlight shines to us and let us feel warm in the morning and it is one of our source of living. But do you know, we also need to protect ourselves when we exposed to the sunlight?

Ultraviolet (UV) – Invisible Skin ‘killer’ that contribute the most damage to our skin which has scientifically proven by Skin Cancer Foundation and World Health Organization. UV comes from the visible light spectrum with the measurement of wavelength 100nm to 380nm, categorized into 3 classification:

UVA (320 – 380nm) – Can penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin and is responsible for the immediate tanning effect. Furthermore, it also contributes to skin ageing and wrinkling.

UVB (280 – 320nm) – it enhances skin aging and significantly promotes the development of skin cancer. Most solar UVB is filtered by the atmosphere.

UVC (100 – 280nm) – Filtered by the ozone layer.

UV T-max

The most dangerous UV T-MAX.

Most harmful that irradiates with the most UV radiation that penetrate into earth surface, it significantly damage to human eyes optic and skin.

Great damage to hypodermic cell, making skin suntanned, sunburned and freckled. Causing shaping of human body melanin and turning into malignant melanin cell cancer. Long time exposure to UV radiation will seriously hurt the eyes, causing myopia and cataract.

Sun Barrier # Window Film That Always Shielding You

admin — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 15:32:00 +0000

Window film, the common appliances for most of the glass or window related items. It has widely used and become the most wanted for every Commercial / Residential building, and Automotive. What is the benefits to install window film, is it only can use for heat insulation or reduce glare?

Let us introduce Sun Barrier products to know more about window film and how it protect or benefits in your life.