Dangers of UV Rays From Indoor Sunlight Missed By Millions

Sitting In Front of A Window May Expose Children To Harmful UV Rays

Washington, DC – March 16, 2015 – More than 12 million Americans have children who may be receiving dangerous levels of Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun when they sit near unprotected windows, reports a new survey among U.S. adults with children under 18 years old in their household.
These citizens are apparently unaware that invisible, but dangerous, Ultraviolet A (UVA) rays pass through glass as a part ...

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Solar Control, Window Film

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The Skin Cancer Foundation – Why Use Window Film

Ultraviolet radiation can travel through car and home windows, where it can contribute to the daily accumulation of sun exposure that can lead to skin cancer and photoaging. UV-blocking films can not only protect you against this exposure, but can offer other benefits as well.

Ultraviolet rays (UVR) are sneaky. Not only can they cause skin cancer and visible signs of aging, they’re also very good at finding you. They can bounce off water, off sand, and they can penetrate glass. ...

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MAR
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Solar Control, Window Film

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Not Sleeping Well? Go Get More Daylight!

International Window Film Association Notes Workers In Windowless Offices Have Trouble Sleeping

Washington, D.C. – September 30, 2014 – The International Window Film Association (IWFA) notes that a recent controlled study of office workers found that the amount of daylight exposure they received had an important impact on their overall health and sleep patterns.

The study concluded that office workers in windowless environments reported limitations due to physical problems and vitality, as well as poorer overall sleep quality and disturbances. In comparison, ...

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OCT
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Solar Control, Window Film

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New Study Reveals Window Film As The Most Cost-effective Answer To Reducing Florida Homeowners’ High Energy Costs

Sunshine State Citizens Spend Far More Than The U.S. Average For Electricity  

Washington, DC – May 20, 2014 – A new study published by the nonprofit International Window Film Association (IWFA) shows professionally installed window film is the most cost-effective answer for Florida residents when compared to other energy saving home improvement initiatives, such as upgrading insulation, air sealing, or installing new air conditioning or heat pumps.

This new report comes at a time when Federal studies reveal that Florida ...

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JUN
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Solar Control

Officials Proclaim April 30th as National Window Film Day!

Window Film’s Energy Savings, Safety, Health and Economic Benefits Touted By Governors and Mayors Across The U.S.

Washington, DC – April 29, 2014 – Top elected officials across the nation are proclaiming April 30th as National Window Film Day. The purpose is to help educate consumers and commercial building owners about a solution to save energy and gain health and safety benefits, according to the International Window Film Association (IWFA), a nonprofit group representing the many benefits of window film from ...

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MAY
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Solar Control

New Booklet Reports on the Harmful Effect of Indoor Sunlight and How to Prevent It

Washington, D.C. – October 16, 2013 –As the popularity of large windows increases, the nonprofit International Window Film Association (IWFA) is expanding its public awareness program to include a free consumer-friendly booklet illustrating the unhealthy impact of indoor sunlight on the skin and the steps to take to prevent it.

According to The New England Journal of Medicine and Clinical Interventions In Aging, there is evidence that office workers, commuters and residents who are ...

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16
OCT
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Solar Control

Window Film Works Smarter And Greener To Save Energy Costs

As Nation Continues To Face Record Summer Temperatures Easily Installed Window Film Can Reduce Peak Electricity Demand

Washington, DC — July 16, 2013 – Feeling the heat? The International Window Film Association (www.IWFA.com), is offering free information on how to both reduce cooling costs and the demand on our nation’s electric power grids, noting that roughly one third of an average building’s cooling load is from solar heat gain through windows.

According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), ...

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JUL
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Energy Efficient, Solar Control

Reduce Heat…Increase Comfort…Save Money!!

Cut Summer Energy Costs Up To 15% With Solar Control Window Film

During the summer, heat invades homes. Energy costs have unmercifully doubled in many communities from a year ago. Many homeowners do not understand that up to 15 percent of their average summer utility bill is due to heat pouring through windows. This heat gain puts such a load on air conditioners that they keep running. Electric meters keep spinning. As energy rates soar, everyone needs an affordable way to ...

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OCT
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Energy Efficient, Solar Control