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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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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U.S. Government Turns Up the Heat on Window Film Usage, Testing

The federal government’s confidence in window film continues.

Besides funding a new rating system, the Department of Energy (DOE) recently released a report “Windows and Building Envelope Research and Development: Roadmap for Emerging Technologies,” which includes window film as one of those technologies.

Specifically, the report lists window film as a “high priority” research and development area, stating window films’ projected installation price less than or equal to $2 per square foot, is much more efficient than replacing an insulating glass ...

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Energy Efficient, Window Film

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Congress Extends Tax Credit For Energy Saving Window Film

The International Window Film Association Educates Consumers On How To Take Advantage of the $500 Tax Credit

Washington, D.C. – January 6, 2015  – Window Film is eligible for tax credits recently extended by Congress and the tax incentive can cover up to 10 percent of the cost of window films to a maximum of $500, reports the International Window Film Association (IWFA). The one-year retroactive tax credit may allow taxpayers to claim the incentives on their 2014 returns filed in 2015.

“We are delighted that Congress recently passed ...

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JAN
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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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Window Film Helps You To Stay Safe This Summer

Window Film Delivers Peace of Mind During Summer Vacation Car Trips and Alleviates Concern About Break-ins

Washington, D.C. – June 30, 2014 – The International Window Film Association (IWFA) is offering common sense tips to protect homeowners from becoming a crime or health statistic while traveling on vacation this summer.

With an estimated 83 percent of Americans planning at least one summer road trip, according to a survey, vacationers may have more peace of mind knowing that window film installed on a ...

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JUL
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Safety Security Film, Window Film

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

How to Reduce Your Heating Bills This Winter

Grab a coat, warm up by the fire and take a look at these wallet-friendly heating strategies.

For some parts of the country, warm weather still seems like a long way away, and it is: March 20 is the first official day of spring.

In the meantime, if keeping your home warm is making your heating bills look scary, here are some energy-saving strategies to consider, most of which don’t involve a lot of front-end costs. And it’s a good idea to ...

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Energy Efficient

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