Struggling to get some shut-eye during the heat? Here’s how to up your chances of falling – and staying – asleep When the mercury hits the mid-thirties and above, it’s hard enough to get anything done – let alone enjoy a decent night’s sleep. While an air conditioner certainly helps take the sting out of … Read more

Summer is almost a universally happy time of year for most people. Almost. The sunshine, long days and warm nights. The barbies with friends and family. The holidays at the beach, mountains, bush or lake. The sound of the bat – or the beer – cracking at the ballpark. The familiar and delightful sights and … Read more

The small town of Aireys Inlet can be found nestled beside the Southern Ocean of Victoria on Australia’s world famous Great Ocean Road and Dr Roderic Nathan is lucky enough to call it home. Seeking to maximise the performance of the windows in his dining / living room by improving occupant comfort and reducing energy … Read more

Aaron, owner of TintFX, did not hesitate to recommend Solar Gard® Ecolux™ 70 when Mark, a builder from Collaroy in NSW, consulted him for a solution to his kitchen / family room comfort issues. Mark was experiencing discomfort from the glare and heat radiating from his poolside glass feature windows. He was seeking a way … Read more

The country city of Wodonga is home to Carmel R., situated on the Victorian side of the New South Wales border. Carmel was experiencing discomfort from excessive heat through a large east-facing window at her home during Victoria’s warmer months. The western side of her house is also prone to discomfort as it is exposed … Read more

Solar Gard automotive window film is the perfect solution for not only reducing heat and glare while on the go but also helping protect your interior from fading and your own skin from harmful UV damage. Aussie / NZ summers are intense and, whether your driving plans include a well-mapped road trip or just the … Read more

When you decide to get your car windows tinted, don’t buy the cheap stuff. It shows. Don’t be #thatguy.

A growing number of homeowners has opted to install residential window tinting for several reasons. Aside from additional protection from the harmful UV rays, which can cause skin disease, there are several other benefits you can reap from having your windows tinted. Energy Efficiency Big glass panels are a thing of beauty, allowing the feel of nature … Read more

4 Steps of Care and Maintenance of Window Film: Residential applications – Interior and exterior films 1. Appearance It is unlikely but possible, to see a “haziness” or “fogginess” in the film immediately after installation. This is the result of a minute amount of moisture left under the film after installation. This is normal and should … Read more

Summer is right around the corner and you’ll undoubtedly spend more time outside soaking up some much-needed Vitamin D. Whether you’re at the beach with friends, grilling in your yard or simply enjoying the great outdoors, basking in the sun has a way of making you feel great after the chilly winter months. Unfortunately, the … Read more

Australian residents could be at risk of constant exposure to radiation, with the possible installation of mobile towers in every street, Channel 9’s A Current Affair reports. WATCH FULL STORY. Understanding Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Electric and magnetic energy is emitted by mobile phone towers and many other electronic devices also, including wifi. Of most significance … Read more

While it’s understood that taking sun safety precautions is important outside, few people realise they can sustain sun damage indoors, too. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation can penetrate windows to reach the skin, accelerating skin aging by several years, as a recent study dramatically shows. According to an article published in Clinical Interventions in Aging, eight women and two … Read more

Solar Gard is proud to introduce ULR 80 (Ultra-Low Reflectivity) window film. Using an advanced ceramic technology, ULR 80 has a high VLT* coupled with good TSER*  so it’s spectrally selective – it’s nearly invisible while cutting the heat! Among its many benefits ULR window film offers exceptionally low interior and exterior reflectivity plus a subtle … Read more

Accidents are sometimes unavoidable. They happen when you least expect it. Whether it’s your fault or not, accidents happen on the road all of the time. The best way to properly prepare for an accident is by investing in a car with an excellent safety rating. Along with the actual car’s rating, you want to … Read more

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