New Zealand can be beautiful, blue and sunny – even when the weather isn’t great! Consequently, homeowners here want to maximise the amount of light that their property receives. However, this poses one challenge. The more light you let in, the more your property is exposed to everyone outside, and no homeowner would ever want to compromise their privacy or security in the home.
So, do these homeowners purchase window blinds or window tinting? Both have different security benefits, without compromising on natural light. Read on to compare these benefits for yourself, provided by the Decal Team:
Window Tinting
Window tinting has many advantages when it comes to protecting your home. Depending on the level of darkness you choose for your window tint, you can significantly reduce the visibility of your home from outside during the day, whilst maintaining a clear and bright view from the inside. The most common choices for window tints range between a level of 50%, 35% or 20% darkness. 50% may provide a more dramatic result.
Homeowners must consider that window tinting is also less effective at nighttime, because they are designed to reduce the amount of light passing through – if there’s no light and you’d prefer greater privacy, opt for a darker tint to mitigate this.
Other benefits of window tinting include:
- A sleek, modern appearance for your home
- Increased energy efficiency
- Reduced sun damage due to UV protection
- The potential to buy security film that reinforces your windows
Window Blinds
Window blinds are just as advantageous as window tinting is, albeit in a different way. They offer a more precise control over your home’s exposure to the outdoors, including the privacy and amount of light you’d prefer. Much like the various levels of darkness for window tinting, window blinds can also be closed or altered to provide complete coverage from the outdoors. Both are customisable! Some benefits of window blinds that tinted film can’t compare to, however, include:
- The number of styles and materials available, including wood and aluminium
- The option for motorised window blinds, increasing their adaptability and convenience
- More flexible options for closing, tilting and raising your blinds as opposed to film
In the end, the choice between window tinting and window blinds for security purposes depends on your unique requirements, including the style you’d like most for your home, and the amount of customisation you’d prefer when it comes to light and privacy.
At the Decal Team, we know just how impactful window tinting in Auckland can be. With a professional installer, you can enhance your security whilst keeping your home light, airy and comfortable. Contact us for more information about window tinting, specifically window tinting in Auckland, and how we can take your property to the next level.
Security film is a clear layer that helps hold shattered glass together after impact. Blinds control privacy and light but do not strengthen glass. Quality tint reduces heat, glare, and UV. Choose a film that suits your glass and meets local rules, then back it up with locks, alarms, and cameras.
FAQ about Window Tint and Blinds
Is window tinting better than blinds?
For security, window tint or security film helps hold broken glass together while blinds only add privacy and light control.
What are the disadvantages of tinting your house windows?
Tint can darken night views, stress some glass if mismatched, show bubbles with poor DIY, discolour when low grade, and face warranty or body corporate limits.
Can window tint prevent theft?
Tint cannot stop theft, but security film can slow forced entry by holding shattered glass while you combine it with locks, sensors, and cameras.
