Felix Engineering builds 42 and 46ft sea-going Princess boats at its premises alongside the A38 in Devon. General Manager Dave Cotter says: “When the council cut down the trees separating the factory from the road, the sunlight came flooding in, causing all sorts of problems. The factory became an unpleasantly hot place to work and we were also concerned about the effect of the sun on the chemicals. Glare was annoying employees and interfering with production. The SolarGard film has sorted it all out very effectively.”

Specialist Bekaert dealer ADS Window Films of Plymouth recommended a number of films from the SolarGard range, finally installing SolarGard Silver 20. This film reduces glare by 82% and reduces heat gain by 75% but maintains high levels of natural daylight and has a silver reflective finish.

Bekaert Specialty Films is a world leader in the manufacture of specialty window films using state of the art manufacturing techniques and top quality materials. Bekaert manufactures solar control, safety and decorative films with a range of performance specifications and finishes to suit all situations. Films are installed to existing windows by a nationwide network of specialist dealers who can advise on the most appropriate films in each case.

Conservatory at Long Ridge House

I would like to share with you our satisfaction with the films your team applied to our conservatory last month.

We had two problems. Our conservatory is overlooked by other houses on one side and the daytime temperature was so high we could not use it. Your team applied a bronze reflective film to the roof and one side which cut down the temperature dramatically and also made it impossible for neighbours to see inside during the day. You also applied a clear film to the remaining sides which enables us to still have our view but cuts down heat transmission and reduces the fading of our soft furnishings.

The whole effect is better than the blinds we had fitted previously and was considerable cheaper than the alternative of fitting new blinds throughout.

We were very happy with the installation team. They arrived on time, moved the heavy furniture, cleaned up thoroughly after the work and finished the whole job in a day. They were cheerful and good-humoured throughout and took every care to avoid damage to our furnishings.

I have no hesitation in recommending solar films as a viable solution to excessive temperature in a conservatory and your company as a professional applicator of these films.

Yours sincerely,

A S Twist

Following your visit to our home In April to discuss our conservatory roof and windows; following our order and your prompt installation, we are now minded to write to thank you.

So often these days extravagant claims are made about the benefits of products and services – yet sadly the reality is all too frequently a considerable disappointment.

Not, I am pleased to say, the case with your company! You made no such claims or promises. You detailed and demonstrated the options available to use to help reduce solar glare, heat gain and fading, and answered all our questions. As requested by us you followed up your visit with further samples and technical details, together with your recommendations and costing.

This gave us all the information we needed to make a decision as to whether to proceed and if so on what basis. We happily placed an order.
Installation was arranged for Monday 9th May, and your fitters Scott and Neil duly arrived at the agreed time. They worked quickly, quietly and conscientiously, showing great care and consideration for our home. Their professionalism and expertise is obvious, they are a credit to themselves and the company.

CoolKote was used on the roof and charcoal 35 was applied to the windows and doors. The results were immediate and, quite frankly, amazing! Glare has been instantly and quite markedly reduced. As has heat gain and build up. We had a slight concern in the recesses of our minds about darkening the windows – but the charcoal 35 film has in fact enhanced the appearance, cut the glare, and has in no way diminished views out of the windows. The room now has seemingly acquired an air of cool tranquillity.

In summer we have now the use of our conservatory all day for the whole year, rather than being excluded by excessive glare and heat for large parts of the day especially during spring and summer.

Thank you. Our initial impressions are very positive, and we look forward to enjoying the benefits long beyond your 10 year guarantee!

With Kind regards,

Ian and Angela