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therealzombieczar t1_iurf9ll wrote

Reply to comment by Chipchow in Clear window coating could cool buildings without using energy by chrisdh79

yes, but not as well, and not easily seen through...

the thing is, 3m did this 15 years ago, at like 2% opacity

once the light gets inside the coverings will heat up the interior with what it doesn't reflect out.

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straight_up_tabled t1_iusrtim wrote

I can close my blinds. I can’t close tint.

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therealzombieczar t1_iutl8zz wrote

true but this concept is likely meant for energy conservation in commercial buildings...

if you want to improve your own home use white or chrome metallic blinds and heavy curtains with a top(stops convection)

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