Hurricanes: Where Window Film Glazing Fits In

The tropics have started to get interesting as several named storms stir up winds in the Atlantic.



Irene is the immediate concern as forecast models show the "cone of uncertainty" heading straight to the Florida peninsula.


As a consumer looking for protection against storm winds and debris you have a full appreciation for the methods employed to reinforce your window openings.

Shutters and Hurricane Impact Glass

The best and safest proactive step you can take without a doubt. These safety measures meet Florida building codes and are highly recommended.

They stand up to objective wind storm testing including ASTM 9.0 LB missile impact and cycling.

Many new homes particularly built along the Florida coast utilize these measures.

While these are unquestionably the safest measures the real concern is COST.

If you have the money than getting your windows replaced or having built to code shutters installed is the natural choice.

On the other hand; there are alternatives that are not as effective, yet nevertheless offer effective safety improvements that have been objectively tested, while simultaneously providing effective energy savings and comfort  enhancements like glare, UV, and lowered electric costs.



Advanced Film Solutions is unique by offering the leading security glazing film solutions manufactured today.
Consider all alternatives and make your own decisions. Get all the facts and review your budget and compare.



If you are concerned about rising electric costs and home safety issues window film is an economical and practical solution.

Our thicker safety versions are affordable and priced at an incrementally higher cost than our thinner solar only films.



 

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