Here in KC, window films and tints are popular. As they should be–they come with advantages such as energy efficiency and health benefits like UV resistance. However, we get a lot of inquiries about whether or not window tinting might harm or even kill house plants. The answer is this is very unlikely.
UV Blocking Film and House Plants
UV Blocking films are nearly unnoticeable and filter 99.9% of harmful UV radiation from entering your Kansas City home. Certain types of light are what plants use to grow–not UV light. Plants obtain nutrients from visible light, so if you have plenty of natural light in your Kansas City home, your plants will thrive.
Decorative Window Film and House Plants
Window films are available in nearly every color, texture, and hue imaginable. With most types of decorative films your plants will be fine depending on the density of the pattern or the light transmissivity. However, in most situations, your plants will simply have to acclimate to the new light levels.
Solar and Glare Reducing Window Tints and House Plants
Only window tints that darken rooms or block out natural light may harm your house plants. This is because they absorb UV and visible light. Window tints that darken rooms typically block some red and blue light but this even varies from film to film. A professional such as us who specializes in window tinting can assist you in understanding which films may have an effect on your plant’s vitality.
Contact us today if you want to learn more about window films for your Kansas City home and how they interact with house plants. We’ll be delighted to look at films with you and select one that will work for you and your plants.