Solar Gard TrueVue Window Film
Dual-reflective film that is reflective on the outside to reject heat, and neutral on the inside to keep your views clear, especially at night.
- Up to 79%Solar energy rejected
- Up to 94%Glare reduction
- >99%UV blocked
What Is TrueVue?
TrueVue is Solar Gard’s dual-reflective window film. The outside face is reflective, which bounces a large share of the sun’s heat away before it enters your room. The inside face is neutral with low reflectance, so you keep a clear view out instead of seeing your own reflection.
That combination makes TrueVue one of the most popular choices for Sydney homes that get hot in the afternoon: strong heat and glare control, daytime privacy, and a view that still looks natural from the inside.
TrueVue comes in four shades, from the very dark TrueVue 5 to the light TrueVue 40, so you can choose how much light and privacy you want.
Warranty: Limited lifetime residential warranty or 10-year commercial warranty.
Great for
- West and north-facing rooms that overheat
- Street-facing windows that need daytime privacy
- Living areas with TV or screen glare
- Homes and offices wanting maximum heat rejection
Think twice if
- You don’t want a mirrored look from outside
- Your strata or building restricts reflective film
- You need privacy at night (no tint film does this)
TrueVue Specifications
All 4 shades compared side by side. Lower VLT means a darker film; higher TSER means more heat rejected.
| Specification | TrueVue 5 | TrueVue 15 | TrueVue 30 | TrueVue 40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visible light transmittance (VLT) | 5% | 12% | 31% | 39% |
| Visible light reflectance, exterior | 44% | 44% | 22% | 14% |
| Visible light reflectance, interior | 8% | 23% | 13% | 10% |
| Total solar energy rejected (TSER) | 79% | 77% | 61% | 52% |
| Solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) | 0.21 | 0.23 | 0.39 | 0.48 |
| UV light blocked (300 to 380 nm) | >99% | >99% | >99% | >99% |
| Glare reduction* | 94% | 87% | 65% | 56% |
| Fade reduction | 95% | 88% | 72% | 66% |
Source: Solar Gard official product data. Results calculated using NFRC methodology and LBNL Window software on 6mm clear glass, subject to normal manufacturing variances and intended for estimating purposes. *Glare reduction calculated against untreated 6mm clear glass.
Which TrueVue Shade Is Right For You?
TrueVue 5
The darkest shade with 5% VLT, 79% heat rejection and up to 94% glare reduction. Best for maximum privacy and media rooms where low light is a bonus.
TrueVue 15
Strong privacy and heat control with 12% VLT and 77% heat rejection. The most widely produced film in the TrueVue range and a favourite for living areas.
TrueVue 30
A balanced option with 31% VLT and 61% heat rejection. Less reflective from outside (22%) and noticeably brighter inside.
TrueVue 40
The lightest shade with 39% VLT and 52% heat rejection. Keeps rooms bright with only 14% exterior reflectance for a more natural look.
Estimate Your Savings With TrueVue
Use our free calculator to estimate heat reduction, glare reduction and cooling savings for your home with TrueVue.
TrueVue vs Ceramic CX
TrueVue rejects more heat (up to 79%) and gives daytime privacy thanks to its reflective exterior. Ceramic CX is designed to look like untreated glass, with low reflectance inside and out, but rejects less heat (up to 58%).
If heat and privacy are your priority, TrueVue usually wins. If you want your windows to look unchanged, or your building doesn’t allow reflective film, Ceramic CX is the better fit.
Compare With Ceramic CXHelpful Guides
Not sure which look suits you? Compare ceramic vs reflective window film.
Comparing films? See our guide to the best window film for heat reduction.
Thinking long term? Find out how long window film lasts and what the warranty covers.
TrueVue FAQs
Is TrueVue reflective on the inside?
Only slightly. Interior reflectance ranges from 8% to 23% depending on the shade, so during the day you see out clearly. At night, with the lights on inside, you will notice some reflection, as you would with any glass.
Does TrueVue give privacy at night?
No. Like all tinting films, TrueVue gives daytime privacy. At night, when it is brighter inside than outside, people can see in, so you will still need curtains or blinds.
Which TrueVue shade is the most popular?
TrueVue 15 is the most widely produced film in the range. It offers a strong balance of privacy, glare control and 77% heat rejection. We help you choose based on your rooms and how much light you want to keep.
What warranty does TrueVue come with?
Solar Gard offers a limited lifetime residential warranty or a 10-year commercial warranty on TrueVue, when installed by a professional installer.
Can TrueVue go on double glazed or Low-E glass?
Sometimes. Reflective films raise the temperature of the glass, which can be a risk on some double glazed units and coated glass. We check your glass type before recommending TrueVue.
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