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Will window film affect my view?

Can I install window film myself?

Will window film reduce the fading in my home?

Will window film help to reduce my energy bills?

How is it applied?

How do I clean the window film?

Is there any maintenance?

What is the lifespan?

What sizes do your films come in?


Will window film affect my view?



Looking through a window with high quality film is like wearing a great pair of sunglasses. The harsh glare is reduced; the colours are more distinctive and vibrant.

With the right selection of window film, you can open up those California shutters or blinds and enjoy the view outdoors while reducing the glare on TV and computer screens.

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Can I install window film myself?



Yes you can.  Although self installation is possible for any home owner, having a professional do it has many advantages.

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Will window film reduce the fading in my home?



Yes. Window film does help considerably depending on which film is applied to the window; however window film will not stop fading completely.

There are many different factors involved with fading such as visible light, heat, interior lighting and natural aging.

A good quality window film can block up to 99.9% of UVA and UVB rays and depending on which film is installed, can reduce large portion of harmful light, heat and glare.

Window film does make a difference to interior fading.

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Will window film help to reduce my energy bills?



The biggest source of heat gain and heat loss with most homes and buildings is usually through the windows and doors.

Window film is an excellent way to reduce heat gain from the sun and depending on which film is applied, can be one of the fastest payback products of any building.

Window film can substantially cut the heat load of your air conditioner, thus cutting down on the run time and reduce utility bills while adding years of life to your air conditioning system.

In winter, what you may loose from a few limited hours of the sun’s heat, you can gain from more heat retention of your heating system, as window film will help to reflect interior heat back into your home.

Your windows will be more efficient summer and winter with a reduction in energy costs.

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How is it applied?



The film is applied using a special soapy water mixture. The solution is non-allergenic. The procedure is referred to as floating the film onto the glass.


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How do I clean the window film?



We recommend taking a standard spray bottle, filling with water, then adding about 10 drops of dish liquid. Always use a soft cloth or paper towels. Never use anything that is abrasive.


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Is there any maintenance?



The only maintenance required is periodic cleaning as you would if it were a normal glass surface. We recommend filling a standard sprayer with water then adding 6 to 7 drops of dish liquid for the best cleaning solution along with soft paper towels.


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What is the lifespan?



The films we offer are built to last a lifetime for a residential application and are warranted by the manufacturer this way. There is a ten-year manufacturer’s warranty for commercial applications.


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What sizes do your films come in?



The films come in 100-foot lengths and are normally available in 36”, 48”, and 72” widths.


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