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April 3, 2023
Selling Your Home?
Selling a home? Updating the windows with window film is a cost-effective way to improve a home’s energy savings and therefore improve its resale value.
February 10, 2023
Sunlight and Eye Health
We all love a sunny window, with lots of natural light pouring through the glass. However, with all that abundant sunshine comes some of the harmful spectrums of the sun, such as Ultra-Violet A (UVA) rays that have been shown to damage the skin and also the eyes.
December 1, 2022
Celebrating The Many Wonders of Window Film
By Darrell Smith
To me, the many wonders of the holidays worth celebrating include the sharing of good food, connecting with family and friends in festive circumstances, and the mixture of welcome traditions with new experiences.
November 7, 2022
A Time To Give Back
By Darrell Smith
Military service members and First Responders both give us the gift of time. Our military service members give up personal time to protect our nation, and each, and everyone of us.
October 20, 2022
Don’t Let The Winter Sun Catch You Off Guard
As the northern hemisphere heads toward winter, the sun’s angle is lower in the sky. From the point of view of being indoors, the sun may seem to be ‘peering’ straight into your home, office or vehicle.
September 6, 2022
Sharing Knowledge Makes The World and Our Industry Better
Next week the International Window Film Association (IWFA) will be holding an ‘Education Day’ at an industry event called the International Window Film Conference and Tint-off.
September 6, 2022
IWFA Member Spotlight- Jeff Rutherford
The IWFA is doing its part to highlight some of its members. Jeff (pictured) is a member of the IWFA board and also the Members Action Commitee (MAC).
August 3, 2022
What Does The IWFA Logo On A Window Film Product or Marketing Materials Mean?
By Darrell Smith
In the simplest terms it means commitment. Any individual member window film dealer or company that is authorized to display the IWFA logo means they are committed to the policies and guidelines of the Association.
July 1, 2022
Independence Everyday
On this July 4th, Independence Day, we want acknowledge and salute the many individual businesses, franchise operations, and large-scale multi-dealer companies that characterize the window film industry. Together they help the window film industry continue to offer strong and growing business opportunities for many independent-minded individuals.
June 15, 2022
Another Reason To Consider Window Film – Glass Costs and Delays
With higher than ever energy costs, a number of glass manufacturers are raising prices anywhere from 10 to 40 percent for flat glass products, such as windows and doors.
April 22, 2022
What Is Solar Heat Gain?
By Darrell Smith
If you have stepped inside a greenhouse, you may have experienced solar heat gain. The inside of the green house is noticeably warmer than when you were outdoors.
March 4, 2022
Window Film May Deliver A Bonus When Selling Your Home
By Darrell Smith
IWFA Executive Director
With home energy costs headed in one direction – UP, many home buyers are asking about utility costs, before they make an offer.