Notes when applying car insulation film

Surveying around the area with many auto repair shops in Hanoi such as Pham Van Dong Street (Hanoi)... The reporter recorded many car owners eagerly going to install heat-insulating film.

Talking to reporters, Mr. Dao Quoc Huong, owner of SmartCar Auto Care Center, Tan Xuan Street, said that out of the four seasons of the year, summer is the business season for heat-insulating film installation services. Since the beginning of summer, his center has regularly had customers using this service. However, due to the difficult economic situation, the number of customers coming to install heat-insulating film this year has increased compared to other months but has not been able to return to the same level as other years. With the price of 6 - 12 million VND per time of installing heat-insulating film, many customers are still hesitant about this service.

During the hot season, many vehicle owners look for places to install heat-insulating film. Photo: Quoc Huong

Anh Dao Quoc Huong informed that car windows are the place that directly absorbs heat and solar radiation. This part is not reinforced with heat dissipation accessories like other parts of the car. This not only affects the car but also causes drivers to suffer from the heat in the summer.

Therefore, one of the solutions to prevent heat is to apply heat-insulating film. Car heat-insulating film is a filter of the spectrum, coated with many layers of different materials.

Heat-insulating films are usually applied to the windshield, rear window, and side windows of the car. The spectrum has the function of filtering 80-90% of infrared and ultraviolet rays in sunlight. However, it does not obstruct the vehicle's vision, still ensuring the amount of light shining into the car. At the same time, heat-insulating films for cars also have the ability to block up to 60% of heat.

Currently, there are 4 ways to coat heat-insulating film. The first is dyeing. This method appeared first, the cheapest but the quality is poor, not durable.

The second is metal coating. This technique is average and moderately priced.

The third is metal spraying. This method is quite modern, the cost is a bit higher.

Fourth is Nano ceramic glaze. This method applies new technology, good insulation. However, the price is quite high.

Mr. Huong added that applying heat-insulating film helps to keep the temperature in the car stable. This is very necessary when driving in extremely hot weather, ensuring the health of the car and the health of the people in the car.

Heat-insulating film also helps to prevent glare on the windshield for drivers. When drivers encounter bright sunlight or headlights of other vehicles, heat-insulating film helps to reduce glare, thereby improving visibility and ensuring safety when participating in traffic.

At the same time, applying heat-insulating film helps save fuel for cars. To reduce the heat of the car on hot days, drivers will need to turn on the air conditioner at high capacity. This consumes a large amount of fuel. However, applying heat-insulating film to the car will balance the temperature of the car. Help drivers save fuel.

Repairmen note, when buying heat-insulating film with the main purpose of preventing heat and radiation, you need to pay attention to the technical specifications of the product when buying. Especially the UV protection index. In addition, drivers also pay attention to the brand, effect, and manufacturer of the heat-insulating film.

The price of car insulation film is diverse, with many different price levels. Vehicle owners should invest in good quality insulation film because it will be durable and help protect the car better. Using poor quality film will cost the vehicle owner money when having to replace it continuously. It can even affect the car, causing the driver to spend more money on repairs.