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Find The Right Window Film For Coolest Orlando, Tampa, Sarasota, Bradenton Homes

Advanced Film Solutions and  3M Prestige and LLumar, Huper Optik and VISTA cool Florida homes.   

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3M Prestige and VISTA Films reduce energy usage without sacrificing the views or aesthetics.

These transparent window films are a far cry from the window tinting that many consumers may be sadly familiar.


I’ve actually seen people cringe when they hear the topic of window films being discussed.

 
 
Their impression, that window film’s all bubble or turn a horrible shade of purple!
 
To be frank the fault for this impression is based upon the early years of window film when most films were constructed with dyed polyester.
 

 
 

These films had a very short life-expectancy and homeowners and businesses that invested in the early window film products soon discovered their obvious limitations.

Many of today’s Do It Yourself (DIY) window films continue to be manufactured with short-lived dyed polyester. You see it on the highways every day. Purple everywhere!

  • VISTA Films simply can not turn purple because there are no dyes in the composition of these films.

  • The optical clarity of VISTA Films is incomparable.

  • The VISTA Film, LLumar and 3M Prestige are warranted for a lifetime against adhesive failure, blistering, etc. etc.


The “bottom line?”

Never sacrifice aesthetics or compromise your views when you invest in VISTA Films.

 

That’s the reason the overwhelming majority of Interior Designers specifically recommend VISTA Films.

 

That’s the reason Advanced Film Solutions highlights the luxury homes we have completed in gated communities and estates.

After all, homeowners in Westchase, Waterchase, Champion’s Club, Fish Hawk Estates, Landsbrook and Connerton would never accept a blurry, shiny, bubbling solution.

 
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Get 3M Prestige, LLumar, Vista Window Film Quote, Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota Homes

Advanced Film Solutions is Tampa and Orlando’s One Stop Source for both residential and commercial flat glass window film coatings manufactured by global leaders 3M and Eastman Chemical.

Our portfolio of films is unmatched for their optical clarity, durability and performance characteristics.

  • All selections are NFRC rated so you won’t be mislead about anticipated performance of the film selected!

  • We are the Super Service Award winner from Angie’s List for 12 consecutive years.

  • Our lifetime transferable warranty is the best in Florida.

  • Our glass warranty and seal protection coverage meets your new window specifications so your insulated glass units are protected.

  • If you are concerned about security glazing enhancement no other company matches our choices in light transmissions and coating thickness.

  • We are A plus rated with the Better Business Bureau and earned the “Best Of Home Advisor Award bbb
  • Our estimates are always free and you may qualify for coupon pricing. Check our ads in your local coupon books!

  • Looking to remove old hazy film? Call toll free 877-575-3456 for best removal and replacement quotes.

  • Best deals in Florida. No haggling- -Who has the time to play games?

Tampa Bay and Orlando Knows All About The Heat!

We’ll Show You All About Keeping Your Home Cool!

This is serious business and Advanced Film Solutions is your neighborhood expert in keeping you cool this summer!

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 (813) 949-3456

Orlando Region: (407) 843-9350

Window Tinting Designed For Florida’s Prestige Homes

There are so many choices available in window film and varieties of performance you demand for your investment.

 

Our goal at Advanced Film Solutions is to offer window film with proven performance covering a wide range of individual requirements that match or exceed our clients expectations!

That’s why Advanced Film Solutions promotes our 3M Prestige, 3M Prestige Ultra and the incredible ceramic Huper Optik window film!

Gated Community- Deed Restrictions prohibit reflective films:

There are many homeowner associations that prohibit the use of reflective window films. 

This is more an aesthetics issue than a performance attribute.

The higher reflective films alter the prestige home’s “curb appeal.”

These covenants point our customer toward the nano-ceramic German Technology films manufactured by Huper Optik and the unique 3M Prestige Window Film

These new technology films do a superior job in reducing the infrared heat while reducing the visible light.

They are less reflective than glass; so the day and night time views are never compromised.


There are less publicized benefits of  non-metallic window film based upon their non conducting properties that tend to interfere with FIOS or wireless EM signals.

 

The bottom line is that your home’s aesthetics are preserved and the performance factors that reduce the heat, glare, UV and fade are both superior and quantifiable. 

  • Window Films have become the “window film of choice” for Interior Designers who appreciate protecting high value furnishings from fade.

  • These Prestige Ultra Window Films are also available in a thicker safety and security version (8 ML)  These Vista safety and security films perform the very same solar benefits of the thinner versions but hold the glass in place against impact force.

Call Advanced Film Solutions at 877-575-3456 (Toll Free)

 

2026, Protective Window Film For Safer Cooler Tampa Bay Region Homes

There has been a rise in smash and grab burglaries.
 


Check your own town’s crime rate here!

Home burglaries, retail stores are at risk.


There is no 100% full proof solution. 

Crime prevention and improved security covers a wide variety of strategies, but we can help!

 Advanced Film Solutions installs a thick (8 ML) security window film to your home, store windows and doors.

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This shatter film will improve the integrity of the glass making it far more difficult for a smash and grab break-in.

Advanced Film Solutions provides a complete portfolio of thick safety and security shatter control window films.

Advanced Film Solutions has completed film installations on thousands of retail stores, homes and schools throughout Florida since 2007!

 
  • Crime mitigation, delay, deters and denies entry.
  • Solar versions reduce your electric bill and may earn rebates.

  • Non reflective versions like 3M Prestige Ultra meet deed restrictions and all HOA rules.

  • Nearly 100% of the UV is eliminated.

  • Retail stores can improve security without detracting views into the store.
  • Installations can be further strengthened with anchoring systems.
Call Advanced Film Solutions for a free estimate and consultation!

 

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2026, Prestige Condominium Owners Solve Glare, Heat, Sun Damage

 We have been “on a roll” with Non Reflective Prestige Films.
 
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2026 is the Year for Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough Condo Owners to Upgrade with Advanced Film Solutions

Living on the Gulf Coast offers breathtaking views, but those expansive sliders and windows come with a hidden cost: heat, glare, and UV damage. 

For condo owners in Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties, the challenge is unique. Most Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and condo boards have strict rules against “mirrored” or highly reflective window tints that alter the building’s uniform appearance.

Fortunately, Advanced Film Solutions provides the industry’s two most sophisticated “spectrally selective” options: 3M Prestige and Eastman Huper Optik.

Here is why 2026 is the perfect time to schedule your free estimate.


The “Invisible” Solution: Heat Rejection Without the Mirror Look

The primary reason condo owners choose Advanced Film Solutions is our ability to stop the heat without changing the glass’s aesthetic. Traditional films use metals to reflect heat, creating a silver, shiny appearance.

In contrast, our premium lines use non-metallized nano-technology:

  • 3M Prestige Series: This film consists of hundreds of ultra-thin layers—thinner than a Post-it Note—that specifically target infrared light (the heat you feel) while allowing visible light to pass through. It actually has lower reflectivity than the glass itself, making it virtually invisible from the sidewalk.

  • Huper Optik Ceramic: Utilizing patented nano-ceramic technology, Huper Optik offers a natural, soft-toned appearance. It is 100% dye-free and metal-free, ensuring it will never corrode or turn purple, even in our salty coastal air.


4 Reasons to Call Advanced Film Solutions in 2026

1. Combat Record-Breaking Heat & Utility Hikes

As Florida summers continue to trend hotter, air conditioning units are working harder than ever. By blocking up to 97% of infrared heat, these films can reduce your cooling costs by as much as 30%. In 2026, with rising energy rates, the ROI on window film has never been faster.

2. Maximize 2026 Energy Tax Credits

Under current federal incentives (like the Inflation Reduction Act), certain energy-efficient window film installations may qualify for tax credits of up to 30% of material costs (capped at $1,200 annually). Getting a free estimate now allows you to plan your project to maximize these “dollar-for-dollar” savings on your next tax return.

3. “SPF 1000” for Your Interiors

UV rays are the silent killers of Florida condos. They fade expensive hardwood floors, leather sofas, and precious artwork. Both 3M Prestige and Huper Optik block 99.9% of UV rays, effectively acting as a permanent sunscreen for your home’s interior.

4. Glare-Free Living (Work from Home Ready)

With more residents working remotely in 2026, screen glare is a major productivity hurdle. Our films eliminate up to 90% of glare on monitors and TVs without making your condo feel like a dark cave. You keep your view of the Gulf or the Tampa skyline—you just lose the squinting.


Why Choose Advanced Film Solutions?

We aren’t just installers; we are glass experts with over 45 years of experience. We understand the specific wind-load requirements and HOA restrictions of the Tampa Bay area.

  • Local Expertise: Serving Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough with a proven track record (A+ BBB rating and multiple Super Service Awards).

  • Best-in-Class Crew: Our technicians are some of the highest-rated in the world, ensuring a “factory-finish” installation on every slider and window.

  • Lifetime Warranty: Our films are backed by the manufacturer’s lifetime warranty against bubbling, peeling, or fading.

Pro Tip: 3M Prestige films are designed to perform best when the sun is at its highest and hottest angle—providing the most protection exactly when you need it most.


Ready to stay cool in 2026?

Don’t wait for the first record-breaking heatwave of the year to protect your investment and your comfort.

Contact Advanced Film Solutions today for your free, no-obligation estimate.

  • Toll-Free: 877-575-3456

  • Tampa/Hillsborough: 813-949-3456

If you have earned the best Sun protection and incomparable clarity than Huper Optik is the film for you!

 

Call Advanced Film Solutions 

877-575-3456