Washington Park Window Film in Denver

Window Film for Washington Park Bungalows and Squares

The blocks around Washington Park were built out in the early twentieth century with brick bungalows, Denver Squares and some Tudor and Mediterranean revival homes. Many still have original oak floors and at least some original wood windows. Mature elms and maples shade a lot of glass in summer, but bare branches let the low winter sun stream into south rooms from November to March.

Clear UV film is the usual starting point. It protects floors and rugs from fading in every season without changing how the windows look from the sidewalk. On west windows that the trees do not shade, a light heat control film reduces summer afternoon heat. Low-e film is an option for owners who want to keep original single-pane windows but cut winter heat loss.

Window Tinting for Modern Wash Park Rebuilds

Scrape-offs have replaced many original bungalows with large two-story homes, often with modern design, big window walls, tall stairwells and rooftop or second-floor decks. Those homes bring in a lot more sun than the houses they replaced. Without mature trees on the new lot, upstairs bedrooms and great rooms facing west can overheat by late afternoon.

A heat film on the three or four panes that take the evening sun usually settles it. Because new homes have dual-pane low-e windows, the film has to be on the glass maker's approved list, and we read the window warranty before recommending one. Privacy film is the other common request, since a new two-story often looks down into the yards and windows of the bungalows on either side.

Homes Facing the Park and Its Lakes

Houses on the streets that border the park, such as Downing, Franklin and Virginia, have long views over the lawns, Smith Lake and Grasmere Lake. Many of those homes are larger and have big front windows and porches facing the park. They also face the steady stream of runners, walkers and cyclists on the park's loop.

Daytime privacy film on front windows lets owners keep the view out while making it harder for the crowd to see in. Clear UV film protects interiors in rooms that get morning sun from the east-facing park frontages or afternoon sun on the west side.

Storefront Window Film on South Gaylord and Old South Pearl

Washington Park's shopping streets are small and walkable. South Gaylord Street runs along the east side of the park with restaurants, boutiques and small offices. Old South Pearl Street, on the west side of the park, has its own row of shops and restaurants in older one-story buildings. South Broadway, at the neighborhood's western edge, adds antique stores, music venues and more retail.

UV film helps shops keep displays from fading. Solar film cools restaurant windows and cuts glare on screens. Security film holds storefront glass together after a break-in attempt. We work before opening or after closing to avoid disrupting business.

Hail and Security Film for Wash Park Homes

Big trees shield roofs from some hail, but large west-facing windows, skylights and glass doors on new rebuilds take direct hits in a strong storm. Security film keeps broken glass bonded in the frame, which keeps shards off the floor and weather mostly outside until the glass is replaced. On alley-facing back doors and garden-level windows, the same film slows a break-in attempt.