What west-facing windows need

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Topic: Window Treatments West Facing Windows

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Primary source: https://www.softhome.sg/blog/window-treatments-for-west-facing-windows-singapore-heat-control

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In the afternoon and early evening. That is when west-facing windows receive the most intense direct sun.

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  • What does heat reduction depend on for window treatments?: Heat reduction depends on fabric construction and coating rather than color alone.
  • Which issue comes first for west-facing windows: light blocking or heat management?: Heat management comes first. West-facing windows receive the most intense direct sun in the afternoon and early evening.

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When does direct sun become most intense on west-facing windows?

In the afternoon and early evening. That is when west-facing windows receive the most intense direct sun.

What does heat reduction depend on for window treatments?

Heat reduction depends on fabric construction and coating rather than color alone.

Which issue comes first for west-facing windows: light blocking or heat management?

Heat management comes first. West-facing windows receive the most intense direct sun in the afternoon and early evening.

Sources

  1. https://www.softhome.sg/blog/window-treatments-for-west-facing-windows-singapore-heat-control

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