Reflective Mirror Window Film
Silver reflective window film - also known as one way mirror film - is by far the most effective film when it comes to reducing the effects of excess sunlight and glare. See our range of reflective and one way window film below, or read more information to help you select the right film for your purpose.
Reflective window film has for long been the chosen solar control option for commercial buildings, due to its smart appearance and exceptional heat and glare reduction properties. This film is often specified to reduce the amount of visible light and glare which can affect staff working on computers, and cause headaches and loss of productivity. Another benefit is the added privacy it offers during daytime hours, keeping prying eyes at bay and confidential documents safe. This film is now often used in a residential setting as a privacy Window Film.
"I want to see out, but want to prevent people from seeing in" is a common remark heard almost on a daily basis by anyone involved in the business of supplying or installing window film. The reality however is quite different than simply applying a layer of reflective window film to a pane of glass to achieve "one way vision". The secret lies not in the film or the glass but in the prevailing lighting conditions.
Buildings with "mirrored" windows are now a common sight in most of our towns and cities. This is usually glass treated at point of manufacture with a reflective coating or windows that have been retrospectively coated with a reflective solar control window film. The reason why these windows appear mirrored from the outside yet can be viewed through from the inside is due to their metallised coating and the differential in external and internal light levels.
Why does one way window film not work at night?
The installation of reflective window film or glass within the external facade of a building does indeed afford privacy to the occupants but only during daylight hours. During the hours of darkness with internal lighting in operation the windows become "see through" from the outside.