Our team at IPS Perforating, Inc. has extensive experience in perforating various materials. Perforating, or punching small holes in, things like wood, vinyl, foil, and other materials has a variety of applications, including light and sound control.
In this article, our team will focus on the benefits of perforated window films. If you are interested in using perforated films in your next project, simply reach out to us to find out how to get started—if you supply the material, we can perforate it to suit your needs.
- UV Protection – One key benefit of perforated window films is the way they provide protection from UV rays. The solid part of the film blocks out sunlight, including UV rays, while the perforations allow light to pass through. With perforated films on your windows, you will still get plenty of light to see by, but the amount of UV radiation entering your space will be greatly reduced. This in turn will keep your building cooler and help prevent your furniture from fading.
- Glare Reduction – Perforated window films also help reduce glare from the sun. If the sun makes it difficult to see your TV or computer screen at certain times of day, we encourage you to consider adding perforated films to your windows to reduce the harsh sunlight.
- Privacy Protection – A third benefit of perforated window films is the way they protect your privacy. Some perforation designs make it possible for those inside your building or vehicle to see out of the windows clearly, while making it impossible for those outside to see in.