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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 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 […]

May 15, 2014

What a Difference 3M Night Vision 15 Window Film Makes!

Carolina Solar Control recently helped The Salvation Army Center of Hope in Raleigh, North Carolina with heat and glare issues using 3M Night Vision 15 Window Film. As you can see in the photo above, the glass-covered building faces the sun, which caused glare issues and inside temperatures to soar during the day. Carolina Solar Control installers, Jason Smith and Larry Rhodes, noticed a 10 degree temperature drop after the High Performance film was installed, […]

July 15, 2014

Window Films for Storm Protection

With Hurricane Arthur, the first named storm of the 2014 hurricane season, off the East Coast, Carolinians have been gearing up for an active storm season. 3M Safety and Security Window Film installed by Carolina Solar is a smart solution for protection of your home or business during hurricane season. According to the International Window Film Association, “Security films are Mother Nature’s match. Able to withstand extraordinary wind and force, security film helps prevent entry […]

July 15, 2014

9 Benefits of Commercial Window Film

Carolina Solar Control & Security, your authorized 3M Window Film dealer and installer in the Carolinas, has been helping builders, architects, and commercial property owners enjoy the benefits of 3M Window Film since 1985. Following are nine major benefits of commercial window film: 1. Lower HVAC operating costs 2. Lower utility demand costs 3. Utility rebates 4. Improved tenant comfort 5. Improved aesthetics; uniformed appearance 6. Improved safety and security 7. Extended A/C equipment life; […]

July 15, 2014

Does Your Window Film Come With A Warranty?

3M® offers one of the most comprehensive warranty programs on the market, backed by a company you know and trust. Carolina Solar Control & Security, your authorized 3M Window Film dealer and installer, has been professionally installing 3M Window Film in North and South Carolina for nearly 30 years (since 1985). Residential, Commercial, and Government bids are backed with exclusive 3M warranties. When considering a window film solution for sun control, ask the following questions: • Will the window film […]

August 15, 2014

Raleigh Window Tinting Company Used Window Film In Unique Way To Help An Area Business

Lowes Foods in Holly Springs, North Carolina, had a unique lighting issue, which required a unique solution. The Problem: LED lighting used to beautifully display flower arrangements in the flower case presented a very harsh lighting situation for customers entering the store. The Solution: Raleigh window tinting company, Carolina Solar Control, was able to help the client by installing 3M Fasara Milano, a semi-transparent light-diffusing window film by 3M®. For more information on 3M window […]

August 15, 2014

Paper and Cardboard: Not a Viable Solar Control Solution

This is an all too familiar scene… sun glares into an office building window, and employees take it upon themselves to fix the problem, using recycled copy paper, shreds of cardboard boxes, and the ultimate factotum of DIY home & office improvement…duct tape. Well, Carolina Solar, your authorized 3M Window Film dealer and installer of Raleigh/Durham, Wilmington, and Myrtle Beach, has a host of better solutions when it comes to sun control. Carolina Solar will […]

September 15, 2014

Carolina Solar Featured On Houzz.com

Recently, a project by Carolina Solar Control, a Raleigh window tinting company, was featured on www.houzz.com. Houzz.com is a collaborative platform for home remodeling and design, bringing homeowners and home professionals together in a uniquely visual online community. Carolina Solar Control was featured in an editorial article entitled, “A Surefire Way to Prevent Sun Damage Indoors,” where a before and after photo clearly shows the benefits of 3M Night Vision 25.

September 15, 2014

Window Film Reduces Heat and Glare

Carolina Solar Control of Raleigh/Durham, recently completed a window film installation at Kraft YMCA in Apex, North Carolina. Using commercial window film, installer Jason Smith, was able to significantly reduce heat and glare issues in the complex. To request a quote on window film for your home or business, visit www.carolina-solar.com today.