if you had to give a percentage how much visible light does this block out? i want to use it on a bedroom window with all day sun and always hot
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I would guess 20-25%. And light transmission or how light or dark the film is would be47% the lower the #the darker the film.A film with 47% light trans.,like the low e gives best balance of glare reduction and good visibility.
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It blocks about 20 of visible light, and blocks a whole lot of heat. The amount of heat reduction is makes it all worth it.. My couch is right in front of a all day daylight window and its the difference between being able to sit on it at noon now vs it being a stove top burner.
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It blocks about 20 of visible light, and blocks a whole lot of heat.The amount of heat reduction is makes it all worth it.. My couch is right in front of a all day daylight window and its the difference between being able to sit on it at noon now vs it being a stove top burner.
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No...but it cuts the blazing sun a treat! Once the sun passes a certain point, I just roll it back up.Have plenty of other, (and more expensive) shades that allow light through...frankly, as my house is west facing I have not found these to be helpful. While you might be able to "see" through the screen, the glare is so great, not too mention how much heat still comes through.
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I can actually see through it when I'm in or outside. People say you need to make it brighter but I don't seem to have that problem.
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I think it may depend on the color you chose. I bought the wheat and covered a pergola roof and made curtains with it. At night you can see a few stars and the moon. during the day the sun does shine through but it blocks enough that it doesn't blind you if you look at it. I've heard others say that the darker colors will provide more shade but depending on the grade you purchase it my not provide as much uv protection. The curtains have folds in them so they block more light. However I really like being able to pull them flat and see the sunset in the evening. If you want total block, Coolaroo won't do it alone. You'll probably need to use some sort of backing material. You could double the layers and they might be enough with some of the darker colors but not with the wheat. Hope this helps.
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this window film is applied on the interior of your windows, you probably be able to apply it to the exterior but anyone could take it off. IT IS SO WORTH it to get this for keeping out the hot sun light, and YOU ALSO GET THE PRIVACY TOO. I can see out, but no one can see in. when the lights are on in the evening, when you are outdoors, you can only see the light on, you can NOT see anyone or anything inside the room. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS WONDERFUL PRODUCT.
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no this won't block out sunlight or shade the room. Check with Gilla brand for solar window film
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Hi Eric! The white will show through a bit of light, though the others keep the majority of the light hidden. A bit will peek through, though it will be a lot less than without the covers. As some customers have mentioned here, it's all a matter of preference and may depend on how much light you need. Apologies if that is a bit vague. If there's anything else, just let me know. I can be contacted directly via this link:
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Its rated down to 28, but I've installed it in windows down to 23. You just have to be willing to not use the side shades. But use extra foam and make certain the window is otherwise locked closed
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It lets in a good bit of light. It is not clear. Don't know why they would call it that but all else is accurate in their description-Frosted grid pattern Superior transparent protection Semi-transparent privacy Removable and washable 18-Inch by 9-Feet I like it and its just what I wanted for privacy.
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It would work great as a privacy screen. You might be able to see shadows through it but that's all. It really does block almost all the sun. We use it on a screened in deck to block the afternoon sun.
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Don't know the percentage but it is excellent at blocking the sun and still being easy to see through.
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I use mine by the bedside often and it doesn't bother me at all. Yes, you can certainly block out the light.
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It is see through, but not clear as a window. I'd say it's about 50% opaque
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It dims the light. However if your wanting a total non see thru shade. This isn't it. If your a seamstress or know one. You could have an outdoor fabric attached to the inside view. And that would solve privacy issue. A solid color close to the shade color would be nice. Hope this helps ya out :-) It is The Best by far @ blocking out the sun... Couldn't sit on screen porch in afternoon before purchasing 2 of these.
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I'm sorry...I don't know the %. My screens are very dark, almost black. But I can still see out of them during the day and no one can see in. If you have a light on @ night...someone can see in.
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I bought the golden/beige one and I use it to block the western sun. I really can't see anything through it in the daytime. I imagine if you and a light were behind it, it would probably show images/shadows.
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It lets in a good bit of light. It is not clear. Don't know why they would call it that but all else is accurate in their description-Frosted grid patternSuperior transparent protectionSemi-transparent privacyRemovable and washable18-Inch by 9-FeetI like it and its just what I wanted for privacy.