First, gather the necessary tools. You’ll need: An ammonia-based cleaner, one cap full of dish soap A professional grade razor scraper and lots of extra blades Lint-free towels Optional: Steel wool, a mop, and a steamer . Start by scoring the window film with your razor, dividing the film into manageable sections. This will also allow the ammonia to work its way under the film. Generously soak the window with an ammonia based cleaner with a cap full of soap. This will break down the film’s adhesive, so the more the better. Let it set in for a few moments. Look for a corner or edge of the window tint that has already begun to lift and start there, or use your razor to get a corner started. With your fingers or a pair of pliers, gently peel the film away from the glass. Use your scraper to separate any patches of stubborn adhesive as you peel off section by section, being careful not to rip the film. To keep from scratching your windows, replace the blade in your scraper frequently. Make sure that you wear gloves to protect your hands when working with the blades. Once you’ve removed all the window film a good amount of adhesive will most likely be left on the windows. Apply more cleaner and use a fresh blade or fine steel wool to remove the remaining glue. Finally, cover the window one more time with your cleaner and use a lint-free towel to wipe the glass clean. Now your windows are ready for new window film. Heat will help to disintegrate the adhesive as well. So, if you have trouble peeling the film, try mopping a mixture of hot water and ammonia onto the windows, or using a steamer. I hope this was helpful. Feel free to leave any questions or comments below 😎
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From Reflective to Non-Reflective
There are many benefits of high quality commercial window tinting for properties and buildings. Window tinting can reduce up to 85% of the heat from the sun, and give 99% rejection of ultraviolet light and reduce 95% of the glare. Business Window tinting films also offer complete privacy during the day. Films come in varying degrees of light transmission so you can pick the window film that best meets your needs. By window tinting your office you can also enjoy up to 15 degrees of change in temperature which translates into energy cost savings on air conditioning. Reflective Window filmsReflective films provide a high level of control for solar heat, glare and UV rays. They also give window glass a silvery, mirrored look when viewed with indoor lighting or outdoor daylight.
Neutral Window filmsNeutral window films may be less reflective and less attention getting, but they reject a considerable amount of the sun’s heat and glare. After installation, even areas next to large windows feel noticeably cooler. Plus, 99% of UV rays can’t harm people or furnishings, and annoying glare won’t interfere with comfort or productivity.
Single pane windows protect your home from the outside weather, but not as much as double pane windows do. Compared to single pane windows, double pane windows insulate your home far better. This cuts down on your energy bill better than single pane windows do. If installed with the proper Solar window film, this will give you even better energy savings, up to 30%
IS WINDOW FILM SAFE ON DUAL PANE?
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Solar window tinting film has a place in residential and commercial buildings and it provides a number of important practical benefits to the user. Window tint offers a number of worthwhile benefits to home-owners and business owners. The concern over solar film on insulated windows is warranted. Years ago, window film sometimes did cause double pane glass to break. Dual pane windows are unique because they are sealed with a space in between that is typically filled with gas. When old, outdated window films were applied, they would absorb heat, and the heat would get trapped between the two panes. The heat would then cause the seal to break, making the windows look foggy. Luckily, today’s modern films will not cause this to happen, so you can dispel these rumors for good. Modern solar film is completely safe for double pane windows, but it’s still important to consult with a professional window film company that knows about dual panes and what types of window film are recommended for dual pane windows There are some types of window film that should not be applied to double pane windows, but these products are clearly labeled. Still, it doesn’t hurt to ask an expert, be mindful of your circumstances and opt for professional installation.
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