On March 20, 2014 at 23:28, SB Smarthomes said...
I'd say they are a unique solution, but still can't do a lot of things that shades can do... a few things that come to mind quickly that shades can do and switched glass/film can't:1. Shades can blackout a room.2. Sheer shades can still preserve some of the view out the window.3. Shades can provide better thermal insulation. 4. Shade styles like Roman & drapes can enhance a room even when open.I think the best use for switched glass/film is when privacy is the main concern. You can also project on it so I'm waiting for the opportunity to use it in a conference room.
It's difficult to use the glass or film in windows with mutiple muntins separating smaller panes of glass because you'd have to get wires across the muntins to each glass panel.
I had a client that wanted to use switched glass film on the window in the photo below but it just wasn't practical and we're doing drapes instead.
Pricing for the actual glass is probably comparable to automated shades... the stick on film is probably less. The cost of the glass in the video I posted was about $4500. Good info, much to consider.....thanks
