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The Truth Prestige Film IR Rejection Huper Optik Vs. 3M Comparisons

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I’ve written about this before (as have some others!) but the 3M Prestige Film has always been interesting to me for a variety of reasons.

Let’s just say that I was once a True Believer (Yeah I wrote that!) having swallowed the RED PILL entirely. 

It was only after I left 3M that my faith was shaken by:
 
 
THE TRUTH
 
 

No Prestige did not work better at an angle compared to other window films.

No Prestige did not reject 97% of the IR

No Prestige did not reject more heat than a dark silver reflective film.

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Now this may seem like an esoteric argument with little to no impact on the larger world outside of window film; but (stick with me here) there is a crucial perception and a credibility issue at stake. (Mostly my own!)

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I don’t like being fibbed to (there are stronger words!) and I can’t abide losing any business to a competitor that is either intentionally or through ignorance, misrepresenting their product’s performance. 

Now as the competitor against 3M Prestige that has become much more important.

Eastman Chemical the world leader in window film (by any measurement or standard) had tackled these issues with a series of technical reports and white papers almost immediately upon the launch of Prestige and the 3M marketing and supporting literature that their dealers utilize to support their selling efforts.

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IWFA – IR Ratings of Window Film

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Read these slowly. Go ahead. . I’ll wait. . .
 
 

Or simply call us at 877-575-3456


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2024, Tampa Bay’s Most Experienced Window Tinting Solutions

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Hot and humid weather is the rule here in the Tampa Bay-Orlando-Bradenton Sarasota region.

 

Most homeowners rely on their air conditioning for at least 9-10 months a year. 

Home and business cooling costs have increased during the last decade and there is little to suggest that this will change any time soon.

Most homes have single pane glass.

Unfortunately these window systems allow UV, light and heat (of course!) to enter the living space.

This means: hot spots, glare and faded furnishings.

 

Homeowners consider blinds or shades as their first line of defense against the heat. While terrific for privacy they simply don’t stop the solar heat gain or UV.

Replacing windows with insulated glass is an expensive proposition.

Payback for window replacement takes more than 15 years and the heat reduction isn’t nearly as profound as a window film solution.

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Advanced Film Solutions installs the innovative solar control window films  manufactured by the world leading Eastman Performance Films.
These ingenious solutions factor out 99.9% of the UV and depending upon the light transmission you select, our coatings can block 80-85% of the solar heat.

Since we improve the performance of your existing windows the cost for this energy transformation is much less than a window replacement. Typically 1/10 that cost!hu

Designed for durability and incredibly optical clarity these films are backed by a lifetime warranty!


Ingenuity defines our window film portfolio and our expert installers have been awarded Angie’s List Super Service Award for 9 years.

Start 2024 with the perfect solution.
 
 
 
Call for a free home or business estimate!
 

ADVANCED FILM SOLUTIONS

Toll Free 877-575-3456

 

Tampa 2024, Compares Window Film Retrofit Vs. Buying New Windows

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Many Florida homeowners suffer through long hot summers with clear single pane glass windows and sliders.

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Heat streams in unabated and UV damages furnishings and wood floors.

Glare creates impossible to watch TV screens and computers and electric bills are higher than ever before.

If you aren’t familiar with today’s solar control window film coatings you might be persuaded by some window replacement company to invest in a complete replacement.

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No window replacement company will detail the following FACTS:

  1. The payback for IG insulated Glass units or Low E windows may take 25 years.
  2. Many of the replacement windows do nothing to filter out harmful UV rays.
  3. The very best IG units typically stop slightly more than 50% of the heat.
  4. Unless you have significant air leaks the physical properties of your window frames did not require replacement.
  5. IG units are typically clear glass so you’ll still suffer with glare and eye strain.

There may be a better way to solve your window problems.

Advanced Film Solutions Window Film

  1. All coatings are NFRC certified so the guess-work is removed when it comes to performance.
  2. Our coatings filter 99.9% of the UV
  3. Our coatings come with a lifetime warranty.
  4. Your ROI will be less than 2 years because window films cost roughly 1/10 that of replacing your windows!

Call for a free estimate and do your own comparisons!

Advanced Film Solutions

Toll free: 877-575-3456

Tampa Bay, Orlando Shatter Window Film Glass Protection On A Roll

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Whether you are a homeowner concerned about burglary or a property manager, building owner or school safety official; 2024, is the right time to consider installing shatter resistant window film.

Applications:
 

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  • Retail store windows to reduce property and asset loss through window break-in.

  • Public and private school windows and entry doors to delay intruders and preserve life and property.

  • Health care and hospitality sectors to protect staff and visitors.

  • Government buildings (Federal, Sate and local municipalities) protecting against violence and potential terrorist attacks.

Does Security Glazing Window Film Work?

This is the obvious question and Advanced Film Solutions with offices throughout Florida and resources throughout the USA relies upon the world leading manufacturers of safety and security glazing films.

LLumar

Armorcoat

Madico

Suntek

Hanita

Mylar coatings manufactured by Eastman Chemical LLumar, Saint-Gobain Armorcoat, Madico, Hanita Safety Zone, SunTek have all been independently tested to meet the following building safety criteria:

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There are numerous advantages for the retrofit application of these coatings.  The practical ease of installation means your property gets immediate protection for the existing windows and entry doors.

Given the considerable budget amount required and capitol expense for replacing the glass with laminated safety windows the ROI of window film is exceptional.

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These films are used on military bases, army recruiting offices and Federal buildings throughout the USA.

These very same coatings protect major retail stores as well as landmark buildings throughout the world.

The coatings Advanced Film Solutions installs are exactly the same thickness with exactly the same attachment systems.

Considerations:
 


While we are focused on life safety issues it should also be noted that these coatings are available in tinted versions that will lower utility costs, eliminate UV and earn local rebates from power companies. 

These coatings serve to “green” your home or facility and may qualify for grants and Federal tax incentives.

The solar control versions meet the same level of security as the clear versions so you will not be sacrificing safety.

Advanced Film Solutions provides free estimates and our track record, decades of experience and attention to meeting clients requirements is unequaled in the state of Florida.

We have recently been awarded the Super Service Award from Angie’s List for the 8th consecutive year.

Toll free: 877-575-3456
 
 

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Advanced Film Solutions, Window Film Tampa Bay & Orlando

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Whether you own your own retail store or manage a large chain of retail stores the problems you face are quite similar:
 
  • How do you maintain comfort for your customers and employees?
  • How do your protect your inventory from UV fading or heat damage?

Can you take steps that lower your monthly electric bill and perhaps harden your glass envelope preventing smash and grab burglary?

Advanced Film Solutions is Florida’s leading installers of solar and solar security coatings.  These films are installed on your existing windows.  These coatings remove UV, lower heat gain and delay, deter and deny entry.

You decide how much daylight you’ll let into your store

We offer an extensive portfolio of IR selective films along with dual reflective, Low E  and the outstanding Huper Optik series.

  •  Shatter resistant coatings from Eastman Chemical,  LLumar and Vista. The incredible Madico and Armorcoat coatings as well as Avery – Dennison Hanita security films made in Israel.

Call Advanced Film Solutions toll free 877-575-3456

Offices Tampa Bay-Orlando