3M Window Films in Singapore: A Comparison of Prestige vs. Night Vision Series

When it comes to sun control window films in Singapore, 3M offers a wide range of cutting-edge solutions that cater to various needs.

Two popular series, the Prestige and Night Vision, are renowned for their energy-saving, UV-blocking, and glare-reducing properties.

When determining whether to go for Night Vision or Prestige, you must first know what you’re looking for. If your needs involve glare, you’ll be able to easily dismiss Prestige, as 3M Prestige Window Film will not help with glare difficulties. If you do not want to darken your windows and do not want a reflective coating, you can easily not opt out of Night Vision.

In this blog, we will thoroughly explore the differences between these two exceptional window film series, empowering you to make the best choice for your home or commercial space.

When Night Vision is superior to Prestige:

• Problems with Glare
• Budget Minded
• Best Heat Control Available
• Want one-way privacy

When Prestige is a better choice than Night Vision:

• Want as much clarity as possible to admire the outside view
• Want to allow as much light as possible
• Do not want to change the aesthetic of your home or office
• Warm light not installed at home

For those who are new to either sun control window film series, here’s a quick introduction to each:

1. Introduction to Prestige Series:

The Prestige series prides itself on allowing high transmission of natural light, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing, well-lit interior. The spectrally selective film rejects up to 97% of infrared light, leading to energy savings, enhanced comfort, and protection.

Moreover, its low interior and exterior reflectivity ensure clear views from inside and maintain an attractive look from the outside. The non-metallized construction ensures corrosion resistance and does not interfere with signal reception. One of its key advantages is the significant blocking of harmful UV rays, preventing furniture fading and extending their lifespan.

2. Introduction to Night Vision Series:

Offering enhanced views with low interior reflectivity, especially during the night, the Night Vision series ensures clarity when indoor lights are on. Additionally, it rejects up to 71% of the sun’s heat, reducing glare and eye discomfort, thus enhancing overall comfort. Like Prestige, it significantly blocks harmful UV rays up to 99%, protecting your furnishings from fading. The scratch-resistant coating guarantees clear views, and 3M’s nano-technology enhances color stability, ensuring long-lasting performance.

To sum it up, The Prestige series emphasizes high transmission of natural light, with up to 97% infrared light rejection, 99.9% UV protection and decent heat rejection, while the Night Vision series excels in day & night time privacy with up to 71% heat rejection at a more wallet-friendly price point.

At this point, it is important to consider what main issues you’re trying to tackle with window films – is it heat and UV rejection? Privacy? And is natural light an important part of your house aesthetics?

Once you’ve determined what the primary concerns are with your windows, you can quickly choose which approach to take. Night Vision 15 is, in my opinion, the greatest interior film option for reducing glare and heat. Along with a 43% heat reduction, this film is reasonably priced. In my perspective, 3M Night Vision 15 provides the best value for money.

Meanwhile, the Prestige 70 is really unique and the first of its kind in the market, rejecting decent levels of heat, almost entirely rejecting UV and Infrared, while maintaining amazing transparency. It far outperforms other darker films whilst maintaining its clarity. Many of our customers have exclaimed that they couldn’t even tell the difference before and after the window film was installed, that’s how invisible it is.

If you need additional information to make an informed decision, we’ve compared the Prestige and Night Vision series in terms of infrared rejection, heat rejection, visible light transmission, interior reflectivity, and UV ray blocking below.

Comparing Infrared Light Rejection between the Prestige vs Night Vision Window Film series.

The Prestige series takes the lead in infrared light rejection, blocking up to 97% of the sun’s infrared light, contributing to substantial energy savings and improved comfort. On the other hand, the Night Vision series does not have consistent infrared rejection, and the level of infrared rejected depends on the darkness of the film. At its lowest, it rejects 60%, while at its highest, 96% is rejected. This makes the infrared rejection of the darkest Night Vision film comparable to Prestige films, but at the cost of a lot of opacity.

Comparing Heat Rejection between the Prestige vs Night Vision Window Film series.

Both series excel in heat rejection, with Prestige rejecting up to 60% of heat through windows, and Night Vision blocking up to 71% of the sun’s heat. These impressive heat rejection capabilities result in energy savings and increased comfort for occupants. However, it should be noted that the higher the Heat Rejection, the darker the film, so if you’re looking for something that doesn’t darken your interiors while still offering heat rejection, Prestige series is the superior choice.

Comparing Visible Light Transmission between the Prestige vs Night Vision Window Film series

Prestige’s high transmission of natural light of up to 70% provides excellent aesthetics and a well-lit interior. Conversely, Night Vision only allows 15% to 35% of natural light into rooms during the day, creating a slightly darker ambiance compared to Prestige.

Comparing UV Ray Blocking between the Prestige vs Night Vision Window Film series

Both Prestige and Night Vision effectively block harmful UV rays, with Prestige rejecting up to 99.9% and Night Vision significantly blocking them, up to 96%. This UV protection ensures that your furnishings are shielded from fading, preserving their beauty and longevity.

Interior Reflectivity, Especially at Night

Prestige has minimal interior and external reflectivity, guaranteeing clear views from within and from outside throughout both day and night. However, this might not be the most ideal if your block faces a nosy neighbor or an opposing block in densely populated Singapore.

Instead, you might want to opt for Night Vision which offers enhanced views with high exterior reflectivity while maintaining low interior reflectivity, particularly at night, which is beneficial when warm indoor lights are on. In other words, when warm lights are installed in your home, you can still enjoy one way privacy during both the day and night!

Carbon Negativity and Safety Features

Prestige boasts the unique advantage of becoming carbon negative in as short as six months from installation, while both series prioritize personal safety by minimizing flying glass.

Warranty

Prestige series comes with a comprehensive 15-year warranty for residential commercial use*, while Night Vision carries a 10-year warranty for commercial installations and a limited lifetime warranty for residential use.

Conclusion

In conclusion, both the Prestige and Night Vision series from 3M Window Films offer exceptional features and benefits for sun control in Singapore. While the Prestige series impresses with its superior infrared light rejection and carbon-negative potential, the Night Vision series excels in heat rejection and offers enhanced views, especially during the night. The right choice between the two will ultimately depend on your specific needs and priorities, such as heat and infrared rejection requirements, UV protection, interior reflectivity preferences, and warranty duration. By selecting Jestac, you can be confident in the high-quality solutions offered by a company with a trusted reputation in the solar film industry.

*Warranty for casement windows (ie outward-opening windows), is reduced to 3-years. This is because when windows are opened, the inner side of the film receives extra solar exposure.

For the most up-to-date specifications and product details, we recommend contacting our authorized 3M Window Films consultants.