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City of Olathe   OLathe Parking garage elevator shaft,  with en exterior wall that is entrely hot in side and has glass from battom to top the project located in olathe kansas, lookig for a options on how to keep the elevator  cooler in the summer  month can be intesely hot, one way to help keep out the heat and keep it cooler is with window tint. window film can keep out as much as 85% of the heat  Reflective architectural film keeps buildings or space more comfortable while providing exterior reflectivity that offers privacy, and cutigs the glare.   Energy Savings.   Energy savings:  Our window films limit         outdoor temperature influences, retaining heat   in the winter, conserving cool air in the summer, and ultimately lowering energy bills.  Comfort:  Our films regulate temperature disparity in commercial buildings, helping customers and employees feel more comfortable. Fade protecti...

What Causes Fading? There are a few different sources of fading, although the primary reason is ultraviolet light. Here’s a specific breakdown of what causes fading:  The colors that we see when we look at an object come from chromophores, which are molecules that absorb certain wavelengths of visible light. According to the Library of Congress, UV rays fade colors by breaking down those chemical bonds, a process known as photo degradation. Certain objects are more susceptible to color fading, while others reflect light and won’t fade as easily. Although UV rays are the largest cause of fading, there are a few other contributing factors.  The solar heat and visible light that we see and feel coming through a window are the other two main sources of fading. Other miscellaneous factors, such as the dye quality, humidity, and artificial light, are also responsible for a small percentage of fading. Fading can’t be prevented entirely. But luckily, there’s an easy solution that ...