What V-KOOL Is
V-KOOL is a spectrally selective window film: it reflects infrared heat while letting high levels of visible light pass, so it cuts solar gain without looking dark or mirror-like. It's a longtime favorite of architects and designers for luxury LA properties.
Why Architects Specify V-KOOL
Its unique spectrally selective technology preserves daylight, views, and architectural appearance while reducing heat, glare, and UV. The design community has embraced V-KOOL for its distinctive optical quality and very low reflectivity.
The V-KOOL Product Line
V-KOOL's architectural line offers several VLT options, all blocking 99% of UV:
- VK75 — ~77% VLT, highest light transmission
- VK70 — ~70% VLT, ~55% total solar energy rejected (best balance)
- VK55 — ~58% VLT, ~59% total solar energy rejected
- VK40 — ~43% VLT, ~65% total solar energy rejected (more glare control)
Non-Metallic & Most Popular in LA
V-KOOL is non-metallic, so it never interferes with signals. V-KOOL 70 is the most popular spec in LA — near-invisible with strong heat rejection.
V-KOOL vs 3M Prestige and LLumar Vista
vs 3M Prestige: comparable performance with a different aesthetic and a different community of advocates — V-KOOL's NFRC data shows competitive SHGC.
vs LLumar Vista: both are premium non-metallic films; V-KOOL is preferred by the design community. Warranty is lifetime residential through authorized installation. Pricing sits at the upper end of our $10–$18 per square foot range.