In hot climates, solar control glass can be used to minimise solar heat gain and help control glare. In temperate regions, it can be used to balance solar control with high levels of natural light.

Pilkington Optifloat™ Tint is an uncoated, body‑tinted solar control glass offered in Green, Bronze, Grey, Arctic Blue or Clear. Ideal for reducing glare, enhancing aesthetics and solar performance in interior or exterior glazing.

Pilkington Activ Suncool™ is a range of dual coated glass, with self-cleaning, solar control and thermal insulation performance. It has superior solar control properties, and is therefore suitable for both commercial and residential applications.

In hot conditions or for building with high internal loads, solar control glass is used to minimise solar heat gain. It allows sunlight to pass through a window or façade while radiating and reflecting away a large degree of the sun's heat.

Solar Control Glass Energy-efficient Glass Fire Protection Glass Self-cleaning Glass

Pilkington K Glass™ S; our highest performing off-line coated version with improved thermal insulation and passive solar gain for the ultimate in Window Energy Rating

Glass that reduces the effects of solar heat build-up inside the car. The major requirements are for passenger comfort, minimising the degrading effects of the sun's radiation on interior trims and fabrics, and improving fuel consumption by lowering the load on the vehicle's air conditioning unit.

Solar control glass is a hi-tech product developed by the glass industry to allow sunlight to pass through a window or façade while radiating and reflecting away a large degree of the sun’s heat.

Solar control glazing suitable for new build and all aspects of the modern home

The Pilkington Suncool™ Range comprises our highest performing off-line coated, solar control and low-emissivity glass products. Coating technology has revolutionised the design of modern buildings enabling extensive use of glazing which combines functionality with stunning aesthetics.