drew, Author at Carolina Solar

November 15, 2013

Raleigh Window Tinting Protects With Virtually No Difference in Appearance

We recently helped a local business owner who was experiencing extreme sunlight, glare, and heat in the front of their store location. Pictured below, we see a true side-by-side comparison of just how little the appearance of the glass was changed by installing window film, yet the difference in heat and UV light/glare reduction was tremendous! In this picture, the right side windows and doors are treated with 3M PR70, while the left side windows […]

November 15, 2013

Floor Graphics Target Customers While They Shop

Floor graphics are an effective way to catch the attention of the consumer immediately, while they shop in your location! Car dealerships, book stores, toy stores, clothing retailers, and more, can use exciting, colorful (and temporary) floor graphics to highlight price, selection, and call-to-action. With the holiday season here, and post-holiday sales to follow, this is a great time to consider floor graphics for your business. Shown here, is the 3M Graphic Film application in […]

November 15, 2013

5 Ways to Use 3M Translucent Graphic Films for Your Business

At Carolina Solar, we use window films in a variety of ways for a variety of purposes– for light and fading control, for safety and security, and for energy-savings. We also use graphic films to enhance indoor spaces and exterior buildings and walls. Here are 5 creative ways to use our 3M Graphic Films for your business: Frosted and Etched Films are a cost effective way to add a visual focal point, using your company […]

November 15, 2013

3M Window Films for Commercial Window Tinting Applications

Increase tenant comfort, let the good light in, keep costly and harmful UV rays out and thwart vandalism and break-ins. 3M Window Films provide a great return on investment and so much more. (source: www.solutions.3m.com) When it comes to commercial window tinting, Carolina Solar offers an array of window film solutions for sun control, safety and security, and decorative applications. Contact us today and request a quote on your commercial window tinting project. We have been serving […]

November 15, 2013

Why Should I Use 3M Window Films for Residential Window Tinting?

Windows let in the light and offer beautiful views. But the sunlight they invite in can also cause hot spots and severe fading of your furnishings. And during storms or in the event of a break-in, windows are the most vulnerable points in your home. 3M Window Films are designed to reject solar heat, reduce fading, and they can add a valuable layer of protection to your home. Best of all, our Prestige Series films […]

November 15, 2013

Window Tinting Your Homes and Businesses Since 1985

Carolina Solar Control & Security Did you know that according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, when it comes to small businesses in the US, 49% survive 5 years or more, 34% survive 10 years or more, and only about a quarter survive 15 years or more? That means that Carolina Solar is in the top percentile for small business longevity, as we have been window tinting homes and businesses in North and South […]

November 15, 2013

Laminated Glass— A False Security Solution

Many retail store owners are finding that their efforts to provide secure solutions for storefront glass is not changing the security outcome when a threat occurs. A common misconception is that laminated glass will offer protection. That is a false solution. With laminated glass, the glass is still just sitting in the gasket, and it can be pulled out when broken. (See Picture on the Left) For a real security solution, retail store owners should […]

December 15, 2013

19 Businesses or Segments of the Population That Can Really Use Window Film

The owners of Carolina Solar, your authorized 3M Window Film dealer and installation company with locations in Raleigh, Wilmington, and Myrtle Beach, are often asked…”Who needs window film?” That answer is easy….anyone with glass! However, if we were to get more specific, here are 19 businesses or segments of the population that could really benefit from having a handy-dandy window film installer in their list of mobile contacts: Architects/Engineer/Specifier Glass Repair/Replacement Companies Government Buildings Heating/Air […]

December 15, 2013

Window Film Industry Gains Momentum

For Carolina Solar, there has never been a better time to be in the window film industry! According to a recent announcement made by the IWFA (International Window Film Association), the “popularity of window film is expanding rapidly,” due to its “wide recognition as a cost-effective solution for energy savings and its reduction on the impact of harmful solar rays.” The IWFA has shown a strong commitment to advancing the education of window film professionals […]

February 15, 2014

6 Tips to Deter a Thief from Breaking Into Your Home

Danger lurks all around us. Most neighborhoods experience break-ins on a regular basis. Here are 5 tips to deter a thief from breaking into your home: If you have a security system, make sure it is plainly displayed by adding stickers to windows and doors and security yard signs. Sometimes a thief will not even attempt to break in if they know that the home is protected with a security system. Use Window Film, especially […]

February 15, 2014

Window Films Plug the “Holes” in Your Walls!

What is a window? Well, in cold or hot weather, it’s basically a “hole in your wall” according to the International Window Film Association. In the summer season, heat comes through your windows, making your indoor space uncomfortable. In the winter, heat is lost through your windows. What can a homeowner do to remedy this problem without straining the wallet? Think about a 3M Window Film Solution from Carolina Solar! The best thing about 3M […]

February 15, 2014

Window Tinting Helps Employee Productivity.. Who Knew?

We know that window tinting in commercial spaces solves many issues, such as glare, fading, heat, security, aesthetics, and energy conservation. But, can tinting the windows in your office actually lead to more productive employees? According to a case study conducted at French bank, Societe Generale and the European Window Film Association, the answer is yes! This case study outlines how French bank Société Générale installed solar control window film in their historic Zurich offices […]