As a homeowner in North Carolina, you’ve felt it firsthand – rooms heat up fast, harsh sunlight pouring through the windows, and faded furniture, curtains, and even floors. Then, during low-sun, that horrible glare against your TV and computer screens. Of course, we can’t forget those harsh energy bills during the warmer months from running the HVAC constantly.
What if there was a way you could reduce or even eliminate some of those annoyances, and make your home more comfortable year-round? That’s exactly what we help homeowners (and businesses too) accomplish by installing residential solar film throughout their home. More and more homeowners in Raleigh (and the whole state of NC) are turning to home window tint as a practical, long-term upgrade.
Let’s talk about how it works and cover some of the benefits!
Similar to tint applied to a car, home window tint is a thin film layer applied directly to your home’s glass. There are many different types of films (most of which we’ll cover below) that offer varying benefits. Once the film is installed, it begins working immediately to control how much heat, light, and UV rays are able to enter your home through the windows.
The best part? You can enjoy the benefits of solar home window film without blocking natural daylight.
If you’re a local to NC, you already know how long and brutal our Summers can be. We get a significant amount of heat and humidity for what seems like months on end once Spring starts heating up.
That heat is entering your home through your windows, forcing you to rely solely on your HVAC for cooling.
Window tint for home windows adds a barrier between the sun and your home’s interior – almost like a shield. That means you can reduce strain on your A/C system and keep indoor temps more consistent.
Glare can make everyday activities involving screens pretty frustrating. Bright sunny day outside? Say goodbye to watching TV without the screen getting washed away. Yes, you could get room darkening curtains, but what if you could enjoy the TV and natural sunlight at the same time? Plus, with the rise of remote work since 2020, maintaining a comfortable office is important to a lot of homeowners and renters.
Residential window tint reduces glare while still allowing in natural light, so your home doesn’t feel overly dark or closed off from the outside world. Raleigh homeowners find this is extremely helpful for:
Not only are UV rays harmful to your skin, but they also cause fading and deterioration of interior surfaces over time. Hardwood floors, curtains, rugs, furniture, artwork, and upholstery can all suffer permanent damage from prolonged sun exposure.
Professionally installed residential window tint blocks up to 99% of harmful UV rays, helping preserve the look and value of your home’s interior. That means you can keep the curtains open and enjoy the natural daylight year-round, without the fear of damaging your home’s interior.
Not all window film is created equal. Choosing the right film matters just as much as the installation itself, if not more.
Some films are designed specifically for solar heat rejection, helping keep rooms cooler and reduce energy costs. Others focus on glare reduction, UV protection, or privacy through decorative or frosted finishes. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution — the best film depends on your goals, your windows, and how the space is used.
That’s why we take a consultative approach with Raleigh homeowners looking for home window tint. We discuss factors like sun exposure, room usage, privacy concerns, and overall comfort – then we recommend a film that will deliver the benefits you’re searching for.
At 5 Star Design, we choose to use SunTek® films because they offer premium performance, long-term durability, clean & modern aesthetics, and full warranties. The SunTek® lineup gives us complete flexibility to match the right film to each homeowner’s specific wants and needs.
Our goal is not to sell you a film, it’s to help you choose the right film for your home.
We know when searching for a home window tint installer in Raleigh (or the entire state) that you have no shortage of options.
At 5 Star Design, we’ve been in business for over 19 years and that’s not by mistake. Our dedication to customer service, only using premium quality materials, and delivering the best result possible is what separates us from the rest and what has kept us going for almost 2 decades.
Using the form below, get in touch with us regarding your home and experience the 5 Star difference!
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