The shade films are intended exclusively for indoor use and must not be exposed to outdoor weathering.

Dust and loose dirt can be removed carefully with a soft cotton or microfibre cloth. Fingerprints can be removed with mild soapy water or a suitable foam, glass or alcohol-based cleaner.

Solvents, scouring agents, abrasive substances or sharp-edged cleaning tools must not be used. When cleaning windows, the blind must be raised so that no cleaning chemicals get onto the film.

Gloves help to prevent fingerprints, grease, dirt and scratches. Clean cotton gloves are recommended.

No. The film must never be folded or creased, as this can cause permanent creases and damage.

They should be stored horizontally in their original packaging at as stable a temperature and humidity as possible. Rolls must not be lifted by their ends.

Larger cuts should be rolled up or transported on a suitable core and carried with both hands. Edge contact, leaning, impacts and abrasion must be avoided.

Work surfaces and tools must be clean. A clearance of at least 5 mm should be maintained on each side to the blind hardware. Roller tubes should be reinforced and straight.

Yes. For every project, the risk of thermal stress should be checked, taking into account the existing glazing and a sufficient distance between glass and blind.

TSER stands for Total Solar Energy Rejection. The value indicates the proportion of total solar energy that is rejected by the tested system. A higher value generally means lower solar heat gain.

A UV block of 99 % means that only a very small proportion (in this case 1%) of the UV radiation measured within the defined test range passes through the system. The value must not be confused with the rejection of total solar energy.

IR reflection only considers the infrared range. TSER takes into account total solar energy and is therefore more meaningful for the overall assessment of summer heat protection.

LT describes the transmission of visible light, SR the reflection of solar radiation and TSER the total solar energy rejected. The values therefore answer different questions.

All three values describe solar heat gain, but use different definitions or references. SHGC and g-value indicate the proportion of energy transmitted; SC is a relative value compared with a reference glazing.

Glass and solar shading work as an overall system. Glass type, coating, pane build-up and distance influence reflection, absorption, transmission and therefore the resulting performance values.

That depends on the respective measurement. According to the measurement note, the values in the RHODESHADE product catalogue 2026 are stated for the combination with 4 mm clear glass. The measurement condition should be stated for every value.

Yes. Transparent reflective shade films can reject solar energy while still allowing a view to the outside. How pronounced both properties are depends on the selected film type.

Typical applications include office buildings and high-rises, educational buildings, healthcare buildings, residential spaces, air traffic control towers, control rooms and other areas with high demands on glare control and visibility.

On a project-specific basis, the system can support goals relating to energy, daylight, visual connection, glare control and thermal comfort. This does not result in automatic certification or a guaranteed number of points.

The selection depends on the project priorities: heat protection, glare control, daylight, clear view, privacy, blackout, design, as well as the existing glazing and system technology.

Depending on the selected system, manual operation, motor drive and integration into wired, wireless or building automation controls are possible.

Selected film types can be printed for branding, visual communication or architectural design. Suitability and effects on performance must be checked for the specific build-up.

Lower light transmission generally reduces brightness and can improve glare control. For good visual comfort, however, contrast, orientation, use and visual connection must also be taken into account.

A window film is bonded directly and permanently to the glass. A shade film is integrated as a movable material into an interior roller blind or solar shading system.

Reflective variants prioritise high solar reflection and heat protection performance. Non-reflective variants have a more subtle reflective effect and can set different priorities in terms of appearance and view-through.

Depending on the type, transparent films preserve light and view-through. Blackout versions are intended for very strong light blocking and do not allow a view to the outside.

Daytime privacy means that when the outside is brighter, it can be harder to see in from outside, while the view to the outside is partly maintained. The effect depends on the lighting conditions.

Not in the same way. If it is brighter inside than outside, visibility from outside can increase considerably. Daytime privacy is therefore not complete privacy protection under all lighting conditions.

Not necessarily. Maximum values may come from different variants or test set-ups. Values should therefore always be assigned to a specific film type and a clear measurement condition.

By reflecting a large proportion of solar radiation, less heat enters the room.

The cooling load decreases. The actual energy savings must be assessed for the building.

Absorbent materials heat up and release heat into the room. High reflection sends a larger proportion of solar energy back outside before it creates excessive heat inside the building.

A closed interior system forms an additional still air layer and reduces heat loss. The extent of the effect depends on the glazing, system build-up, edge clearances and use.

Retrofitting may be possible with suitable existing roller blind or solar shading systems. Technical suitability, dimensioning, roller shaft and fastening must be checked in advance.

The values are determined using recognised measurement and calculation methods. The decisive factors are the standard used, the exact sample build-up, the glazing and the installation conditions.

Class 4 is the highest class in this category according to the standard and stands for the best possible effect under the defined assessment conditions.

No. Simulation results show potential under defined assumptions. The actual savings depend, among other things, on location, building, glazing, use, controls, building services and energy prices.

Solar radiation, outside temperature, window areas, orientation, insulation standard, use and cooling system differ. The effect must therefore be assessed on a project-specific basis.