There are a lot of misconceptions
about window films. Select any of the links to learn
the answers to frequently asked questions.
What is window film made of?
Do you install window film on the inside
or outside of a building?
What is the procedure to install window
film?
Can you apply window film to Plexiglas®?
Can you apply window film to tinted or
Low-E glass?
What is the life expectancy of window film?
How is 3M window film warranted?
Will my energy costs decrease?
Will my furniture fade be reduced?
How do I clean the filmed surface after
installation?
How long has EMS been installing window
film?
What is window
film made of?
Different polyesters are transformed during the manufacturing
process to produce a thin, transparent film that adheres
to glass when a pressure sensitive adhesive is activated
by a mild solution of dishwashing detergent and water.
Do you install
window film on the inside or outside of a building?
Window film is typically installed on the interior side
of a window. As it is a finished product, is best installed
after all other nearby construction is complete. If
access to the interior side of the window is difficult
to obtain, an exterior application can be performed.
What is the
procedure to install window film?
The individual installation steps, assuming a typical
interior application, would be as follows:
- Prepare window area by placing drop cloths on floor
and / or moving nearby furniture
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Thoroughly clean interior side of glass pane and gaskets
with a mild solution of dishwashing detergent and
water to remove dirt and other residue
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Wet glass with solution
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Place film against glass
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Squeegee to remove excess solution between glass and
film
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Trim film to gasket
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"5-way" film edges to ensure film lies flat
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Wipe film to ensure clean finished product
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Remove drop cloths and replace furniture to original
positions
Can you
apply window film to Plexiglas®?
No. The films specially designed adhesive will
not adhere to Plexiglas®.
Can you apply
window film to tinted / Low-E glass?
Absolutely! You will notice enhanced energy performance
from your tinted / Low-E glass windows after installation.
What is the
life expectancy of window film?
The life expectancy of window film is dependent upon
multiple variables (climate, exposure to sun, etc
).
The average life expectancy is ten years and beyond;
and, many customers have had 3M window film on their
windows for over twenty years.
How is 3M
window film warranted?
Please visit the warranty section
for more information.
Will my energy
costs decrease?
Absolutely! The amount of money saved depends upon the
type of film chosen and certain property-specific variables
(location, climate, existing energy costs, HVAC system,
etc
). After obtaining some basic energy unit costs
for a given building (minimum of 5,000 square feet of
glass), EMS will conduct a 3M Energy Audit to estimate
the annual dollars saved by different film types.
Will my furniture fade be reduced?
Yes! Furniture and fabric fade is partially caused by
the suns ultraviolet rays. All 3M films block
out 98% - 99% of UV light.
How do I clean the filmed surface after
installation?
Window films may be washed with common washing solutions
(including ammonia-based products) thirty days after
installation. Abrasive cleaning agents and bristle brushes
which would scratch the film can not be used. Synthetic
sponges, squeegees, or soft cloths are recommended in
addition to the cleaning solution. To maintain your
warranty, do not use tape or other adhesive products
on the film.
How long has EMS been installing window
film?
EMS has been installing 3M window film exclusively since
its incorporation in 1978. Our 3M-certified, in-house
production crew has performed applications on multiple
commercial, government, and residential buildings throughout
the Mid-Atlantic United States.
Please visit our Client
List to see a partial listing of our previous work.
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