Low solar heat gain low-E glass can actually intercept more solar heat gain than common tints while allowing far more daylight to enter the home.
In addition, the low-E
glass is a year round product that offers increased insulating power to reduce
the flow of heat from inside to outside in winter and from outside to the house
in summer.
Low-E glass is a proven technology that adds very little cost to windows while offering multiple benefits to homeowners.
Low solar heat gain low-E glass must be installed as part of an insulated glass unit - it is not used with single pane glass.
However, it is available from many different window manufacturers who can choose the low E product they prefer from a number of suppliers.