At the onset of this summer, we finished a project for wrapping a premium 3M Sun Control Window Film of the glass facade of the architectural office Proarch, situated in the heart of Plovdiv at 12 Belgrad Street. The building’s west-facing glass facade is subjected to intense sunlight from noon till sunset, making the need for effective solar protection indispensable. To address this challenge, we turned to the cutting-edge window film series for solar protection by the industry leader – 3M.
For more than 20 years, advertising agency Media Design has been a 3M authorized manufacturer and works exclusively with materials of the American company, which is a pioneer in the sector and synonymous with quality and prestige. Our skilled installers possess excellent material knowledge and extensive experience, ensuring that each type of film, be it for illuminated advertisements, car wrapping, glass, furniture and walls, and more, exhibits optimal characteristics. Both for us and the architects at Proarch, precision and accuracy are top priorities. That’s why they entrust us for the installation of solar protection film on the two floors that house their office.
3M Prestige 40 Exterior – an optimal solution for glass facades
3M Prestige 40 Exterior is specifically designed for installation on the outer surface of windows. This innovative 3M product is a multi-layer nanotechnology containing deposited “invisible” carbon that absorbs infrared heat and light. Thus, up to 61% of solar energy is deflected to achieve a more comfortable environment and excellent energy efficiency.
In turn, this affects the cost of electricity, which significantly decreases both in the summer season and in the winter. 3M Prestige 40 Exterior is made of non-metallized material, so it does not corrode over time and guarantees stability and durability for years to come.
3M Prestige Exterior Window Films are transparent to provide an abundance of natural light, preserving the aesthetic appearance of glass facades and the architectural style of buildings. 3M Prestige 40 Exterior neutralizes 99.9% of UV rays and reduces up to 53% of glare from screens. Minimizing the influence of ultraviolet rays affects the preservation of the color of the furniture in the rooms, and less glare creates a more favorable working environment.
I am extremely pleased with the 3M film that installed by Media Design on our glass facade. The temperature difference is remarkable, reaching as much as 10°C lower even in the current heat. I am truly impressed by the results!
arch. Edvard Hristov
Before wrapping with 3M Prestige 40 Exterior
After wrapping with 3M Prestige 40 Exterior
Based on the above images – before and after facade wrappding with the sun protection film, it can be seen that the visibility from inside to outside is unchanged. Enough natural light comes in, but the heat is greatly reduced.
The array of advantages listed clearly establishes the 3M Prestige sun protection film series as the ultimate solution for glass facades. Its exceptional aesthetics, coupled with its superior ability to shield against solar heat, UV rays, and glare, make it the ideal choice for any project.
