There are many reasons why residents and winter visitors love the Sunshine State. The pristine beaches and near year-round sunshine make Florida the ideal destination and place to live. However, for many homeowners, that sunshine can often be too much when looking at their monthly utility bills. Because of this and the threat of hurricanes during the months of June through November, building contractors and homeowners opt for installing impact windows and doors for more energy-efficiency, noise reduction, security, and storm protection.
Privacy Issues
The construction of impact-resistant doors and windows ensures that the glass in these products will not be shattered in the event of flying debris during a hurricane or tropical storm. Without their protection during such weather events, your family and home are at great risk of devastating injuries and severe damages to the structure. But what if you want additional privacy? This is the best time to consider having your impact windows and doors tinted. This will provide additional protection from the sun’s UV rays.
More About Tinting
Is it possible to tint the glass in impact-resistant doors and windows you ask? YES! The entire product line from V&V Windows can be tinted. So, what kind or tint works best? Up until the last decade or so, car and home owners had a limited number of options for appealing window tinting options. This is no longer the case thanks to advancements and innovations in window tinting technology. Today, these options are nearly invisible, therefore adding an additional layer of privacy and security to your home. You can call us to know more about the available tints that we have in our inventory.
Despite the aesthetics involved, there are a couple of details to consider when having your impact windows and doors tinted. First and foremost, avoid tinting your doors and windows with films that have a 50% or more solar heat absorption. Second, don’t use automotive film. Remember, tinting impact resistant doors and windows is an ideal option for enhancing your home’s appearance and increasing its market value.
V&V Windows impact doors and windows are designed with a layer of PVB (polyvinyl butyral) layered in between two panes of impact-resistant glass. Because of their construction, you might think that tinting our products will trap the heat in between these layers, therefore causing the glass to overheat and potentially crack. However, it’s the space between the glass panes and PVB layer that prevents the glass from shattering. Consequently, it’s perfectly safe to have the glass of our impact windows and doors tinted.
To learn more, contact V&V Windows today at 305.888.4151. Our business representatives would be glad to assist you with your questions.