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March 15, 2014

NC Residential 3M Window Tinting-Natural Appearance with UV Protection

One of the questions homeowners have regarding window tinting is “Will my home still retain a natural looking appearance after window tinting?” The answer is absolutely! We recently completed a residential 3M window tinting project on a North Carolina residence using 3M Prestige 50 for UV and heat protection. This film boasts 99.9% UV and 97% infrared rejection! What does that mean to the homeowner? It means that furniture, flooring, art, and accessories are protected […]

May 15, 2014

Window Tinting Makes The Family Room More Comfortable

Paladium windows add so much to the aesthetic beauty of a home. That being said, windows also increase heat, glare, and fading issues inside the home. We recently had the opportunity to help another home owner create comfort from heat, fading, and glare issues, when we installed 3M Prestige 50 Window Film on some upper windows in a North Carolina home. The basement windows were also potential targets for flying golf balls, which can cause […]

June 15, 2014

UV Damage to Skin and Eyes Can Occur Indoors?

According to experts at the International Window Film Association (IWFA), the answer is yes, if your windows aren’t properly tinted. Non-tinted windows allow dangerous ultraviolet (UV) rays to pass through to occupants in cars and buildings. “If you’re sitting next to a window with sunlight streaming in, you’re at risk for UV damage to your skin and eyes,” said Darrell Smith, executive director of the IWFA. “Window film brings automatic and continuous protection indoors without […]

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 […]