Window films can protect windows and property, and keep the interior temperature of your home or office more moderate, while still allowing the beauty and functionality of windows to shine through. There are three basic applications for these versatile window films.

Automotive window films are applied to a car's windows to reduce glare when driving, offering privacy to the passengers in the car, and preventing the interior of the car from fading from exposure to the sun. Automotive window films keep your car cooler, even when it's parked. A dealer can add automotive windows films to a new car, or they can be added after market to a used or existing vehicle by a company like Quality Custom Window Tinting. Each state regulates the degree of tint that automotive window films can provide, so check with your state to make sure you are in compliance with the law.

Architectural window films reduce solar glare, making workspaces more productive and residential spaces more comfortable. The reduce glare on computer screens, and they prevent upholstered furniture from fading due to exposure to the sun's rays. They keep the ambient temperature in the space more constant, reducing the load on heating and air conditioning systems and reducing energy costs. Window films can increase the energy efficiency of new or existing windows, sometimes eliminating the need to replace windows in order to reduce heating and cooling costs. Reflective window films can enhance the security of the home or business, and decorative films add architectural interest. Architectural windows films can be applied on new or existing windows. 

Safety window films protect homes and businesses by deterring would-be robbers. The window film prevents the glass from dislodging from the window frame, preventing entry into the building. It also prevents injury from flying glass in the case of a severe storm or building damage from an earthquake or explosion.

Some window film products will qualify for energy efficiency tax credits. If you install window films in your home, and those films meet certain specific criteria, you may be eligible for a tax credit on your taxes in the year that you purchased the films. According to the Internal Revenue Service, the tax credit is up to 10% of the purchase price of the product, and does not include the cost of having the window film installed. Consult your tax adviser for the specific details and to see if the window films you are considering will qualify for the credit.