Sunglasses For The Home: Protecting Your Investment From The Summer Sun

Just as sunglasses protect our eyes from the harmful rays of the summer sun, so does solar protection window film for the home. The film blocks 98 percent of the sun's UV rays that can damage the interior decor while reducing solar heat by 65 percent. A practical way to cut energy costs and "green" the home, it also reduces heat loss in winter, reducing energy consumption year round.

Smithtown, NY (PRWEB) May 9, 2007 -- Most people wouldn't think of going outside on a sunny summer's day without sunglasses. But what are they doing to avoid sun damage to their home, its furnishings and their wallet?

Solar protection window film, like sunglasses, protects our homes from the ravages of the sun. According to CHB Industries, a leading provider of environmental film applications since 1990, solar protection window film can do the following:

- It is an easy and convenient way to block 98 percent of the sun's ultraviolet rays. These harmful rays can damage and fade expensive investments in the home, including rugs, carpets, furniture, upholstery, wood floors, paintings and antiques. A natural yet harmful bleach, the sun can quickly whiten and dry out fabrics.

- Solar film can cut energy costs by up to 20 percent, regardless of the time of year.

- In summer, it keeps the house cool by reducing solar heat up to 65 percent.

- In winter, film increases the window's insulation, keeping the house warm by reducing heat loss up to 15 percent.

- Applied to the inside of the window, film helps homeowners conserve energy and save money while benefiting the environment. Clear solar window films reduce personal energy consumption which results in a lower production of CO2 (a greenhouse gas) at the local power plant.

While tinted solar window films are nothing new, a new generation of clear films makes this technology an intelligent choice for homeowners, retail stores and businesses that want to preserve the clarity of their windows. Clear solar films can be professionally applied to the inside of windows at costs averaging from $10 to $15 per square foot.

For more information on solar protection window film, visit CHB's Web site at www.chbwindowfilm.com or call 1-800-220-2525.

About CHB Industries:

CHB Industries is a leading provider of solar heat-control, decorative, and security window films for commercial and residential properties nationwide. With offices in New York, Chicago and Philadelphia, clients include the United Nations, U.S. Department of State, DEA, the Rockefeller Center, IBM, Shell Oil, Harvard University, Starbucks, oil refineries, military installations, and the homes and offices of high-profile individuals.

EDITOR'S NOTE: For high-res images or to speak with CHB President Carol Borow or Executive Vice President Daniel Venet, please contact Reeves Laverdure PR.

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