Is Stained Glass Film Comparable to Stained Glass Window Panels?
Many have wondered if stained glass
film is actually a better alternative to stained glass window panels. The answer to
that question is really up to the individual home owner. Personally, I feel
that the stained glass window film, is indeed
comparable for sure. As beautiful as stained glass panels are, window film,
when installed selectively and properly, can be just as beautiful. In addition,
the film is much more economical from a cost perspective.
Consider this, good quality stained glass film when placed in a window or skylight
above a doorway is virtually indistinguishable from a glass panel. Unless you are able to be nose to nose with
the glass, you wouldn't even be to see that the glass window isn't real stained
glass. Stained glass film is designed to
cling to glass, much like a magnet clings to a steel surface, making it very
easy to install. In fact, it is so easy to install that a professional is
usually not needed, as and you can do-it-yourself
for most projects.
One thing to think about, and it disappoints
many homeowners with authentic stained glass panels, is that when it is time to
relocate, they are either forced to leave their expensive glass at the old home
or go through the expense of having it removed and re-cut to fit a new home's
window design (if at all possible). With film, however, this is never an issue.
As easy as it is to apply, it is just as easy to remove, store and reapply at a
new residence. It is also affordable
enough that it might just make sense to start fresh at your new home.
Because it is so affordable and so easy to handle, it is not just homeowners
that can now enjoy the luxury of stained glass. Many renters are also
discovering that they don't have to wait until they save enough for their dream
home in order to enjoy the look of stained glass in their decor. Stained glass window film requires no
messy, destructive glue or adhesive, which makes it ideal to even use on
apartment windows as well.
Stained glass film is also far more energy efficient than stained glass panels.
By keeping more than 75% of solar heat out and more than 95% of UV rays, film
keeps rooms cool during warm months. During cooler periods, windows covered
with decorative film help retain a rooms interior heat, which also makes it an
energy efficient choice in winter months. When it comes to energy efficiency,
stained glass panels and traditional window treatments are less eco-friendly in
comparison to specially made UV resistant decorative window film.
Overall, while its not an exact match, stained glass film can fit nicely into a homes decorating scheme when considerations such as cost, relocation, and effort to install are valued. Search online or at your local home improvement store to grab some samples and see if you can add some nice style to your windows
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Intesting article. Personally I love the real lead light or stained glass I know it is a lot more work but it looks so much better in my opinion.
My husband loves making this. Actually I have linked this article from my husbands lead lighting blog. Thanks for sharing this, rated up
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