Will
window tinting eliminate fading?
No window film can completely
eliminate fading, but our solar control film will significantly
reduce fading caused by the sun’s heat and UV rays. To learn
more about fading,
click here.
Will
window tinting eliminate glare on my TV or monitor?
While window tinting will
reduce the glare on your TV or monitor from 30 to 85 percent,
nothing can completely eliminate that glare — short of closing
your curtains, blinds, or shutters.
How
long will the window film last?
Quality window film, when properly
installed, should last as long as the window; thus it should carry
a lifetime warranty.
Tell
me about your warranty.
Our films come with one of the
best warranties in the business. We provide a lifetime residential
warranty and a 10-year commercial warranty that includes 5-year
glass breakage and 3-year seal-failure coverage.
Will
tinting my window violate the manufacturer’s warranty?
Window tinting typically only
affects a manufacturer’s warranty on the glass;
the window frame warranty is not affected. Of course, we guarantee
the window glass after installation of the window film, so you
are still covered. To be certain, you might want to check the
warranty information that came with your windows, or contact the
manufacturer.
Can
window film damage my glass?
No. Only defects in the glass
itself could cause the glass to break after our window film has
been applied. Seal failure is caused by aging, not by the application
of window film.
Is
all window film dark?
No, you might be thinking of
the tinting often applied in cars and limousines. Window tint
film for residential and commercial use is rarely that dark, and
you can choose to go with film that is so light it’s virtually
invisible after being installed.
Will
window film change the appearance of my glass?
Only if you want it to. If
you want it to be invisible, it can be. Consider, however, that
if you want to achieve adequate glare reduction, a slight change
in appearance might be the only way.
What
if I have low-E glass?
Low-emission glass has a microscopically
thin coating of metal oxide on its surface that purports to reflect
heat back into the room. However, it does not block heat from
entering the room by way of the sun’s radiation. It does
block some percentage of UV rays, but not nearly the 99% that
our window films block.
Will
my homeowners’ association allow window tinting?
Most residential window films
do not change the appearance of the windows and should be accepted
by your homeowners’ association. If you select a film that
is darker or more reflective than our typical films, you will
want to check with your HOA before installation.
Can
window film be removed?
Yes, window film can be removed.
The removal process is strictly a mechanical one: it has to be
scraped off. We guarantee you won’t want to watch us do
it — it’s a really messy job.
Why
do I see little bubbles or patchiness after installation?
This is normal. For a short
while after the window film has been applied, you will see pockets
of water and air, and even slight discoloration of the film. Depending
on how much sun and heat the window is exposed to, it can take
from a few days to several weeks for these to vanish — but
they will vanish.
How
do I clean my windows after they have been tinted?
After installation, you can
clean your windows using any common commercial window cleaning
fluid, or with vinegar and water, or soap and water. Avoid using
ammonia-based products, abrasives, and cheap paper towels (which
tend to be abrasive). To see detailed care instructions,
click
here.