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October 15, 2013

Window Films More Cost Effective and Energy-Efficient than Etched Glass

Is your office on a busy street corner, where anyone can peek in as they walk by? Do you need to have a little privacy while still allowing the natural light into your space? Maybe your view isn’t the best, and a serene landscape would be better… There are many reasons to call Carolina Solar for decorative window film applications! In this space, the client was looking for privacy with an etched glass look. Now, […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

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, […]

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 […]