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. However, many customers have had 3M window film on their windows for over twenty years.

How is 3M window film warranted?

Please visit our warranty page for more information.

Will my furniture fade be reduced?

Absolutely! Furniture / fabric fade is caused by multiple factors. 10% of fading is caused by miscellaneous factors (i.e. fabric color, material, etc). 25% is caused by heat. 25% is caused by visible light. And the remaining 40% is caused by UV rays. 3M window films can mitigate 90% of the factors that cause furniture / fabric fade.

Does 3M have a GSA contract?

Yes! 3M has a GSA contract for both labor and material to facilitate government procurement.

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, it 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.

Can you apply window film to Plexiglas®?

Yes! 3M Window film can be installed to Plexiglas. However, 3M does not offer a warranty if the film is installed to plexiglass.

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.

Is the film difficult to maintain after installation?

High quality 3M window film and scratch-resistant coatings make cleaning as easy as before.

Will the film give a mirrored exterior appearance?

3M Prestige Series is actually less reflective than naturally clear glass, so it will not give a mirrored exterior appearance. It offers impressive sun control, rejecting up to 97% of the sun’s heat producing infrared light without eliminating natural light as a whole.

FAQs About Window Tinting

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FAQs About Window Tinting

Will the film give a mirrored exterior appearance?

Is the film difficult to maintain after installation?

Can you apply window film to tinted / Low-E glass?

Can you apply window film to Plexiglas®?

Do you install window film on the inside or outside of a building?

What is window film made of?

Does 3M have a GSA contract?

Will my furniture fade be reduced?

How is 3M window film warranted?

What is the life expectancy of window film?

What kind of window film is there?

Does window film provide privacy at night?

Where can I buy window film?

What is security window film?

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Can window film be removed?

How does window film work?

What is the best window film?

Is window film insulating?

Can window film be used outside?

Can you see through window film?

How do you clean 3M Window Film?

What is the process to install window film?

Is window film energy efficient?

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