Windows become less efficient over time, no matter how well you clean and maintain them. Glass can become faded and worn down over the years, losing some of its insulating strength. Luckily, there is one issue that is relatively cheap and simple to take care of. You can invest in affordable window films that can add insulation to windows with aging glass. This article explains how and when window films work the best.

The Beauty of Window Films

First of all, window films can be very effective, but not if your movable windows are leaky. If you cannot close your windows to create a perfect seal, adding window film isn't going to do much to improve your window efficiency. However, a window film can definitely slow down heat loss and absorption. During the winter a window film will reduce the rate at which heat radiates out of your home. So, you won't be wasting all of that expensively heated air. During the summer, a window film will prevent the sun from heating up your windows so quickly. Basically, it will be easier to keep your home at the desired temperature at all times.

Tinted Films?

Some people assume that all window films are tinted. While tinted films are more helpful for blocking sun rays, they do have some drawbacks. A tinted film is going to block some of the sunlight and leave your rooms a little darker. So, tinted films should only be used in the sunniest rooms.

Self-Installation

One reason that window films are so popular is that they are so easy to install. Window film installation is made easy by the fact that it comes in easy-to-use kits that include almost all of the supplies necessary to apply the film. Most kits include the film, a liquid adhesive, and a small squeegee. You will also need a razor blade. Before you apply the film, you need to clean the glass as well as possible. Once the glass is clean, you apply the adhesive. The film rolls right out onto the glass. Use the squeegee to press down the film and make sure that there are no air bubbles. Then, you use the blade to trim off the extra film by cutting right along the edge of the sash. Then, press the edges back down with the squeegee.

The process is simple and films are easy to remove if you don't like them, so you might as well try them out.