Taking A Closer Look At The 3M Prestige Clear Series

Performance in these areas varies depending on which of the series you choose.

Most traditional window films that reject heat are metallised and highly reflective with a mirror-like finish.

Although they perform well, these films can have compromises such as darker interiors, changing the appearance of your glazing or can restrict visibility from outside to in.

But not any more…

The 3M Prestige window film series is a non-metallic solar control range perfect for residential applications where a clear, natural, non-reflective appearance is desired.

The range provides the best balance between maximum light transmission and heat rejection. Featuring multi-layered, nanotechnology to reduce heat, they allow plenty of light in whilst maintaining a more comfortable environment.

Their performance accelerates as the sun’s angle increases, which means the need for greater protection and comfort is met as required – rejecting up to 97% of the sun’s infrared light, up to 60% of the heat coming through your windows and helping to reduce fading by blocking up to 99.9% of damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Prestige90 clear is ideal for listed buildings where the appearance cannot be altered. Prestige70 is perfect for areas wanting to maximise heat reduction with natural light while the darker shades can be chosen for their additional benefits of glare reduction and one-way daytime privacy.

Until recently, window films that rejected heat were tinted dark or used metal. While they performed well they also posed problems such as corrosion, interference with wireless and cellular signals and fading of the film.

With the 3M Prestige Clear Series, these drawbacks are eliminated. Using world-class capabilities in nanotechnology, adhesives and multilayer optical films, these high-performance films are spectrally selective, rejecting heat without affecting the look of your building’s exterior.

Low Reflectivity

The low reflectivity of the 3M Prestige Clear Series window films enhances your view from the inside while preserving the appearance from the outside. They also protect against fading from UV and solar heat, which is the single largest cause of fading furniture, carpets and other interior furnishings.

Until now, heat-rejecting window films have been tinted dark, used metal or were highly reflective. All of these methods have their own drawbacks.

Many of these films are susceptible to corrosion, especially in coastal areas, and they can interfere with mobile phone reception.

The new, non-metalized, Prestige Clear Series window film is the first clear window film that does not corrode or impact wireless or cell signals. This is the latest technological contribution from 3M, leveraging world-class capability in nanotechnology, adhesives and multilayer optical films. It is comprised of hundreds of layers and is less than the thickness of a Post-it Note.

High Sun Control

The Prestige Clear Series of window films was developed with world-class nanotechnology, adhesives, multi-layer optical film and precision manufacturing to produce a highly effective spectrally selective window film. The result is a low-reflective, nearly clear window film that is comprised of hundreds of layers, less than the thickness of a post-it note and significantly reduces solar heat gain.

These spectrally selective window films reject up to 97% of the sun’s infrared light and will significantly reduce solar heat gain to help keep your home cool and comfortable. They also significantly reduce fading by blocking up to 99.9% of the damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays that cause fading, helping to extend the life of your furnishings.

Compared to other window films, the 3M Prestige Series of clear window films increase performance at a faster rate as the sun’s angle increases. This helps provide greater protection and comfort throughout the day, especially during hot, sunny times when you need it most.

Energy Savings

The 3M Prestige Clear Series of window films are the world’s first clear, non-metal based films to significantly reduce heat and UV without changing your view. They are the ideal option for commercial buildings in close proximity to coastlines as they prevent corrosion, don’t interfere with cell phone signals and won’t negatively impact your building’s aesthetics.

These performance films help lower energy bills, reduce glare, protect furnishings and increase occupant comfort. They’re backed by one of the industry’s best warranties, so your investment pays off for years to come.

In the past, most films that rejected heat were tinted dark or used metals, which changed the appearance of your windows and your building. This was not a viable solution for many buildings.

Aesthetics

Designed to maximize the amount of natural light entering your home, 3M Prestige Clear Series window films are an excellent choice for enhancing the beauty of windows from inside and out. They allow a significant percentage of the sunlight to enter your room while rejecting up to 97% of the sun’s heat-producing infrared light for energy savings and enhanced comfort.

In addition, the unique non-metallized technology applied to the film eliminates corrosion and allows high visual light transmission. These features make the film more appealing to your guests and increase the interior aesthetic of your building.

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