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R   E   S   I   D   E   N   T   I   A   L RESIDENTIAL To find out more about residential window tinting and how to begin the process of protecting your home using quality glass tinting see the below information, Click here to find a Residential Glass Tinting Professional in your area. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What will it cost me to tint my house? To get a true and fair estimate you should have someone come out to you home to measure and give you a quote. If you need to get an idea of the cost to establish whether it is within your budget, most companies can give you a ballpark figure over the phone if you know the number of windows you have and the square footage. (go to how to calculate square footage). Be prepared to answer a few more questions like “Are there high windows?” “Are the windows easily accessible ie are there any obstacle in front of them?” “What kind of window coverings do you have?” Can I do it myself? You may be able to, but keep a few things in mind. Any film manufactures warranty will be voided if you do your own installation.  Film is very unforgiving and if it is creased or damaged during preparation and installation, chances are you will have to discard that piece of film. What is the best film? Every manufacturer and most installers will tell you their film is the best. From our experience there is no one best film that will satisfy everyone’s needs. If you choose a film from one of the major manufactures that have a manufacture back warranty, you are making good choice. (internal link to names of manufactures). How can I be sure I am getting a quality film? There are many excellent quality films available but from our experience there is no one best film that will satisfy everyone’s needs. If you choose a film from one of the major manufactures that have a manufacture back warranty, you are making good choice. (internal link to names of manufactures). Will window film cause my windows to break? Some glass should not be tinted. Your tint professional should be able to assess if your windows are not compatible to window film. Most residential glass can be tinted although using a dark film may be unwise in certain situations. Very large windows, curved glass, irregular shaped glass and double pane windows should not be tinted with a film that is too dark. Film manufacturers recommendations should be followed closely in these incidences. Plastic, plexiglass, laminated glass and wired glass should also be accompanied by film manufactures written compatibility statement if tinting is installed. What do I need to know about film on double pane windows? Due to their construction involving two pieces or glass separated by an air space, double pane windows can experience greater degrees of expansion, increasing the stress on the unit. Some of the darker films can cause excessive heat build up and may cause glass breakage or seal failure due to thermal stress. Make sure you are offered and chose a film that the film manufacturer deems compatible with double pane windows. Will my window warranty become void if I tint my windows? If you have a new home you may have a window warranty with your builder which may become void if you install window film. Most of the larger film manufactures have glass breakage and seal failure warranty for many of their residential films. Each film manufacturer has their own warranty specific to their line of film and there are differences between the companies. Your Tint Professional should be able to advise you and satisfy your concerns in this regard. Will the film stop my furniture from fading? Window film will not completely eliminate fading, however it will block up to 99% of UV rays which are the main cause of fading. It is generally considered that UV contributes to approximately 40% of fading, heat approx 25%, visible light approx 25% and the other 10% miscellaneous factors. By installing window film you are being as kind as you possibly can to your possessions while still keeping your view outside.     C O M M E R C I A L COMMERCIAL Click here to find a Commercial Glass Tinting Professional in your area. WHAT FILM CAN DO FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES Case Study This property was tinted in 1990. The building engineer wanted to cut down on his energy usage and cost. The building already had very efficient glazing so prior to tinting an energy analysis was performed in order to establish if the benefits would outweigh the cost. South California Edison Company was given details of the type of film to be used, the glass areas to be treated along with the size and orientation of the building. This, along with other information supplied by the building’s engineering department, gave Edison the ability to estimated savings for the owners. A week into the job and only 1/3 of the floors completed, the building engineer reported needing to adjust his HVAC as the floors with the tinting completed were already experiencing the benefits of the film and getting “COLD.” The customer was very happy! FYI – This building was tinted using two Film Star Machines, one full time tinter, two part-time tinters and two part-time assistants. The job was completed in a record 21 days. In General: Heat Reduction and Energy Savings Provided the correct film is applied to the glass, window tinting will reduce the amount of heat entering your facility, which adds to the general comfort of the occupier and has the potential of reducing energy cost by decreasing the need to run the HVAC as long. Commercial films can reject up to 80% of total solar energy that hits the glass. Be aware some types of glass are not compatible with many of the window films. For example: Wired glass, large sized annealed glass, laminated glass, double and triple pane insulated units are limited in their tintability. Enhance Appearance Film can enhance you property by giving it a more uniform look. Where blinds and other window coverings can be adjusted by the occupier, window film is permanently fixed to the glass, so the overall exterior appearance is more constant, whether the blinds are open closed or somewhere in-between. Reduce Fading - Ultra Violet (UV) Protection Most window films, whether clear or the darkest available claim to block 95-99% of the UV rays. UV rays are a major contributor to fading. It is generally considered that UV contributes to approximately 40% of fading, heat contributes approx 25%, visible light approx 25% and the other 10% miscellaneous factors. As commercial films are generally more efficient in blocking heat and light than the residential films, the interior furnishings are getting great protection and prolonging their life. Increase Safety and Security As window film tends to hold shattered glass together, it offers a great built in safety feature. Although not guaranteed to hold glass together, it does offer an extra barrier and in many cases hold broken glass in place reducing the potential danger of flying glass fragments. If safety and/or security is a concern, there are films available that offer greater shatter resistance. They are thicker and usually have a more aggressive adhesive than the standard solar control films. A U T O AUTOMOTIVE Click here to find an Automotive Glass Tinting Professional in your area. Not everyone has their car tinted for the same reason, consequently there are many different auto tints to accommodate personal preferences. Keep in mind some states have strict laws on auto tinting and allowable Visible Light Transmission (VLT). You should research the appropriate laws for your state. If a darker film is not allowed in your state or not to your liking, you should be aware there is a large range of auto films available with high VLT while still giving excellent heat rejection and UV protection. BENEFITS OF AUTO TINTING Heat Rejection Depending on the film chosen, window tint will block varying amounts of heat from entering your vehicle, keeping it cooler and increasing the efficiency of the air conditioner. F A C T S FACTS ABOUT WINDOW FILM Heat Reduction Tinted window films applied to glass will reduce the amount of heat entering your home. The amount of heat reduction will depend on the film you choose. There are many different residential films to choose from but your typical “light” film will block in the vicinity of 45% of the heat coming through. The “medium” around 50% and the “dark” 65%. These figures are all approximations and you will find some “light”, “medium” and “dark” films that have efficiencies on either side to the percentages quoted. Reduce Fading - Ultra Violet (UV) Protection Most window films, whether clear or the darkest available claim to block 95-99% of the UV rays. UV rays are a major contributor to fading. By blocking out 95-99% of these harmful rays you are being as kind to your furniture as you possibly can while still being able to enjoy it. It is generally considered that UV contributes to approximately 40% of fading, heat approx 25%, visible light approx 25% and the other 10% miscellaneous factors. Glare Reduction Any tinted film applied to glass will reduce the amount of light entering and reduce glare. The darker the film, the less light will enter and the greater the degree of glare reduction. Personal preference and needs will guide you in your choice. Be aware that small samples of film tend to look darker than installed film that covers an entire window. To get a better idea of how installed film will look, hold the sample up to your eyes (pretend it’s sun glasses) and then look at the window you are wanting tinted. That’s about how dark it will look once its tinted with that film. Safety Benefits As window film tents to hold shattered glass together, it offers a great built in safety feature. This particular quality of window film offers a degree of personal safety for your family in the event of mishap whether an accidental breakage, an attempted break in, or act of nature as in earthquake or violent storm. Although not guaranteed to hold glass together, it does offer an extra barrier and in many cases hold broken glass in place reducing the potential danger of flying glass fragments. G L O S S A R Y GLOSSARY OF GLASS TINTING TECHNICAL TERMS Glazing System The combination of glass and any other heat and environmental control materials which occupy the opening. Eg: Glass plus window film. Total Solar Energy Covers the whole spectrum of energy radiated by the sun. This includes heat, visible light, ultra violet (UV) rays and other electromagnetic rays. Shading Coefficient Is the ratio of solar heat gained through a glazing system (filmed glass) compared to the solar heat gained through clear untreated glass. The lower the number the more efficient the film. (This explanation has been simply put. All film manufacturers do their testing under specific conditions using a specific glass type). Transmittance The amount of solar energy that passes through a glazing system compared to the amount that strikes the surface. Absorptance The amount of solar energy absorbed by a glazing system compared to the amount that strikes the surface. Reflectance The amount of solar energy reflected by the glazing system compared to the amount that strikes the surface. VLT – Visible Light Transmission The percentage of visible light transmitted through the glazing system. (This is an indication of how dark the film is and of particular importance when choosing auto films) O T H E R WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A GLASS TINTING COMPANY It’s always good if you can get a recommendation from some one. It’s also important to feel confident and comfortable with the representative/s of the company. You should be able to ask them anything that is relevant to the product and your needs and you should feel satisfied with the answers. A good healthy company should not feel the need to “put down” their competition. Many states also require contractors licenses for work above a certain amount. INTERESTED IN GETTING A QUOTE If you live in LA or Orange County California, you can give us a call on 800 846 8940 and we can either give you a ballpark figure or schedule an on site estimate. You may also email us with details of your needs and we will get back to you. Please include your telephone number and a good time to call. If you are not in LA or Orange County California, you are invited to go to our directory page were you may find a company close to you.