Why does a glazed balcony in an Estonian house overheat the most?
In summer, balconies in Tallinn turn into something halfway between a sauna and a greenhouse. An overheated balcony draws heat into the flat. What can be done about this?
White nights and the morning heat in Estonia: how to keep your bedroom cool and get a good night’s sleep in summer
Because of the white nights, the sun floods into the bedroom windows at 4–5 in the morning, bringing stifling heat, and you wake up feeling completely exhausted. Why do the usual methods of keeping the bedroom cool not work, and how can you restore coolness and a deep sleep to the room?
Air conditioning and sun-protective film: how the perfect combination combats the heat
Window film isn’t a substitute for air conditioning, but it can help your air conditioning system run more efficiently, so you don’t end up paying more for your electricity. Let’s take a look at how this combination works in practice
The sun versus home improvements: how to protect your floors, furniture and walls from fading
In Estonia, the days are very long in spring and summer, and flat owners are faced with a problem: why does the interior ‘fade’, and how can this be prevented?
Internal or external film: how to properly protect modern windows and avoid thermal shock
What is thermal shock? How can you protect your windows? Why is there only one correct way to apply film to energy-efficient windows?
How window film pays for itself in two seasons: calculating the savings on air conditioning
As summer sets in, floor-to-ceiling windows turn the room into a greenhouse, air conditioners run non-stop, and electricity bills soar. Window film is more effective than curtains or blinds – find out why!
Storm outside the window: how anti-vandal film protects your home from strong winds and flying debris
Anti-vandal film not only protects against break-ins, but also acts as an effective “shield” against the elements. How glass armouring helps keep your home dry and safe even in the strongest storms.
Protective window glazing in the home: how to make glass resistant to impact and break-ins
Owners of private houses and flats on the ground floor are considering additional security measures. Reinforcing glass with film is a sensible alternative to bulky grilles and expensive roller shutters.
Top 7 mistakes when covering furniture yourself: why does the film bubble and peel off?
Is the decorative coating starting to peel away at the corners, form “waves” or become covered with bubbles after just a week? Most problems are related to improper installation techniques.
Furniture film or paint: which is better for renovating your interior in Estonia?
In the modern Estonian market, where speed and cleanliness are valued, covering furniture with film is increasingly winning out over traditional painting due to the absence of odour, dust and the need for lengthy drying times.
