Window Tinting for Office Spaces: Let the Light Shine in on Productivity

Window Tinting for Office Spaces: Let the Light Shine in on Productivity

By Window Tinting In Privacy

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December 6, 2023

The benefits of natural light in office environments are well documented – improved mood, enhanced focus, and reduced eyestrain. However, balancing light with glare and heat can be a challenge. It is where window tinting comes in as an impactful solution for commercial spaces.

A Conference Room With A Wooden Table And Chairs, Offering A Beautiful View Of The City Through Its Window.

Controlling Light and Energy for Maximum Comfort

Window tinting films, installed on the interior or exterior of glass surfaces, allow light transmission while reducing heat and glare. The result? A comfortable, productive environment for employees. Consider these statistics:

  • Employees working near windows receive 46% more white light exposure during work hours, equating to better sleep and vitality.
  • Workers are 18% more productive on average when exposed to natural light.
  • Sun-facing offices record temperatures up to 30°F cooler with solar window tints.

It’s clear that light matters, but so does comfort. Window tints moderate the sun’s intense rays, lowering AC costs and creating an enjoyable workspace.

Privacy and Security Enhanced

Beyond light and temperature regulation, window tinting also upgrades office space with enhanced privacy, security and style.

Tints make it difficult to see inside from the outside, preventing prying eyes. It is especially important for financial institutions, legal firms, healthcare settings and more. Additionally, safety films provide an extra layer of protection in the event of broken glass. Security features like glass fracture and anchoring systems can also be added.

The “Green” Factor

Eco-conscious companies will appreciate how window films reduce energy consumption year-round. Limiting heat and glare means your HVAC system can work less hard. It saves electricity and lowers utility expenses.

Which Type of Tint is Best?

There are a few options when it comes to film type and methods for applying them:

  • Dyed – Offering a lower cost option, dyed films reduce glare and absorb heat.
  • Metallized – Reflective metals reject more heat from sunlight. Metallized films come in various tint colours.
  • Ceramic – Considered a high-performance film, ceramics reflect heat and reduce fading by blocking UV rays.
  • Exterior – Professionally installed on the outside surfaces of windows. Most effective for handling heat gain.
  • Interior – Applied inside a pane of glass and typically easier to install. Good for reducing glare.

Within these categories, films come in varying levels of light transmission (VLT) and heat reduction. A reputable dealer can recommend the right product to suit your office requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do films help with fading?

Yes! UV rays are the primary cause of fading on furnishings. Films block up to 99% of UV light.

Can window films be installed on any glass surface?

Films can be installed on most glass, however some specialty applications may have limitations. Check with your dealer.

How long does installation take?

For a typical office space, window tinting can usually be completed in one business day. Larger commercial projects take slightly longer.

Enhance Views While Managing Light

The next time you squint from the glare of your computer screen or blast the AC on a sweltering afternoon, consider how window films could transform your office. Balancing superb optics, thermal performance and security, today’s films help commercial spaces control light on their terms. Employees get to enjoy views without sacrificing comfort or productivity. It’s an investment in sustainability, efficiency and people-friendly workplaces.

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October 22, 2023

Great quality service. Fred did an excellent job installing our house tinting.

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August 3, 2023

Absolutely tickled pink with our window tinting for our western facing bedroom and office. Thanks for your efficient and professional work

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March 2, 2023

Getting tinting for our home was a very easy process from start to finish. Liz was very professional, friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. The cost was good and the process was explained very well.

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Kara Skene
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February 18, 2023

Ben was professional and easy to deal with. Liz installed our tint very quickly and was lovely to deal with as well. Really impressed with the end result, the glare and heat in our home from the western sun is gone. highly recommend Eclipse Tinting.

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January 31, 2023

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January 31, 2023

Fred was so friendly and helpful and did a great job. Eclipse tinting were amazing. Quote provided, questions answered quickly. Just awesome customer service and very happy with the outcome

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Lucia Gray
November 7, 2022

Really fantastic service and a great quality product. Ben and his team are friendly, reliable and have done an excellent job installing our window tints. We have already noticed a difference in how hot our house gets through the day and are enjoying more privacy thanks to the darker windows. Would definitely recommend.

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Cesar Junior
November 6, 2022

Ben was very friend and easy going. Thank you for be so easy to deal with :) Fred was the one who isntalled the tint, samr thing very friend and helpful. The wait worth for the service :)

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Judy Cullinane
November 2, 2022

Ben Howard and his team were both professional and affordable. Great service with follow up email of date and time. Reminder text message was great. They removed the old tint and completed my job with no mess and the windows look great. I strongly recommend using them.

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October 22, 2022

Very good customer service. Ben was awesome. The installation was done to perfection by an experienced expert and I could not be happier

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October 21, 2022

The service from start to finish was professional and completed on time. Ben was friendly and very helpful with my decisions

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October 20, 2022

Totally happy with service from Eclipse Tinting, Fred was prompt, friendly and professional. Great value for money, would recommend 💯

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October 18, 2022

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Oliver Chambers
October 16, 2022

Tinting and frosting look great and both Ben and Fred were excellent.

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Kim Jones
October 12, 2022

Extremely happy with the service and advice we received from Eclipse Home Window Tinting. Ben was easy to contact and responded quickly with a very competitive quote to strip old film from three windows and apply new film to two windows. The work was carried out by Liz who was professional in every way. She kept us informed about her anticipated arrival time. Showed us samples of the recommended film options and explained the tint levels, heat reduction and privacy advantages of the various options. The selected films were installed perfectly with no bubbles or blemishes. All care was taken to protect sills, windows and flooring. The work area was left clean and tidy. Old film and glue was collected and taken away. Highly recommend Eclipse Home Window Tinting. Kim and Sue Jones.