Category Archives: UV and Fade Protection Film

Tampa, Orlando Compares Eastman Window Film Vs. 3M Window Tinting

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Orlando may be magical and  the number one family destination for millions but for those of us lucky enough to live here the real question is how to stay cool?

Keeping cool in your home is a full time battle and having a tree canopy and home insulation can be very effective.

The most effective method for keeping your home cool during our tropical summers is window film.

The fastest ROI is window film.

The most durable and lifetime warranted?

Window Film.

So the question isn’t whether you need window film that filters out UV, heat and glare.

The question for homeowners throughout the Orlando region is which company to choose for the best value solutions; the very best installations and the best qualified supplier?

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Advanced Film Solutions is Orlando’s leading window film installation company.

We have more choices in window film light transmissions, NFRC certified coatings and aesthetic preferences than any other company.

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We are family owned and operated and have earned an A Plus rating from the Better Business Bureau and the Super Service Award from Angie’s List for the last 8 consecutive years.

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We have installed our coatings on the Monorail, The City of Oveido and most recently were awarded the City Hall Annex Building at  Altamonte Springs.

We use Eastman Films: Vista, EnerLogic, LLumar and Huper Optik.

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We compete against 3M window film sold by window genie, home depot and agents throughout the region.

The comparisons are overwhelmingly in our favor; both in terms of choices and on glass performance.


Orlando Science Center For Children Cooler Thanks To Huper Optik

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Silver films and bronze coatings in multiple configurations.

Clear IR heat rejecting films ideal for gated communities and deed restricted homes throughout Windermere and Celebration.

Security films that are stronger impact resistant than 3M and available in so many additional versions it would take too long to list.

We are priced competitively since we don’t share margins with Home Depot or distributors and agents.

Compare our Eastman Chemicals films against your 3M home depot or window genie quotes.

You’ll be happy that you did and your home will be cooler, safe and more comfortable as soon as our film is installed!

Toll Free: 877-575-3456

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Secure Tampa Homes With Advanced Window Film Protection

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Commercial offices in office parks and industrial parks throughout the greater Tampa Bay area experience problems with glare, heat, UV and rising electric costs as homeowners experience. smash

While many homeowners tend to sway away from highly reflective film; offices generally prefer privacy reflective films to prevent passerby’s from seeing into the offices.

Office personnel and for medical centers their patients benefit from this high level of privacy.

From a BUILDING security and safety perspective our reflective films prevent thieves from scoping your offices for potential theft or vandalism.

As a case in point a security firm recommended privacy security films for ground level offices.

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Advanced Film Solutions has flawlessly completed thousands of office glass projects since 2007. 

We have done Urgent Care Medical centers, dentist offices and retail offices as well as dozens of pharmacies, UPS stores, municipal buildings, restaurants and hair salons.

The point is that we offer more choices in appearance and function than any other window film company in the Tampa Bay area.

Our broad portfolio of solutions will let you customize the perfect solution for your property.
 
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Call for a free estimate toll free: 877-575-3456

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Protection: Tampa Bay Solar Security Window Film

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On the heels of tragedy throughout the country; security officials, law enforcement and education administrators are seeking methods to improve the safety and security of students, teachers and support staff.

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Shatter window film are thicker (8 Ml) or greater fragment retention films that will hold the glass in their frames during a blast event similar to what occurred on Christmas Day in Nashville. 

There are numerous security enhancements both procedural as well as by altering the physical properties of the window envelope and access to the school property.

Glazing security film is an extremely cost-effective improvement readily implemented that has immediate safety outcomes:

  • Shatter resistant films are installed on existing doors and accessible windows.  The cost of these security enhancements are much less than replacing the existing windows.

  • Iterations of safety security window film can limit the exterior view into the facility. These reflective security films allows for identification of the party attempting to enter the facility.

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  • Solar safety films improve the energy efficiency of the facility.  This may not be the primary purpose in considering these solutions but as a matter of practical ROI the energy efficiency of these films should not be overlooked.
  • Effectiveness: Shatter films are already utilized by Federal offices and landmark buildings as part of their perimeter security planning and implementation.  These thicker glazing films protect military force protection and have been independently tested by the Department of Defense, GSA and Underwriters Laboratory ( in several iterations.)

Advanced Film Solutions has installed security glazing films on hundreds of facilities and homes throughout the Greater Tampa Bay-Orlando corridor.

Our clients include the VA Administration, City of Largo, City of Oveido and numerous corporate and retail locations.

We are thoroughly trained and equipped to perform the best installations and our portfolio of shatter film is unmatched.

These coatings include LLumar, Vista, SunTek, Madico, Hanita, Huper Optik and Armorcoat.

Call for a free consultation:

Advanced Film Solutions

877-575-3456

Orlando Hottest Window Film Deals Deliver Cooler Homes

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Orlando is in high summer mode.

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Stay inside with the AC blasting.

Leave the waiting on lines to tourists.

Unfortunately keeping your home comfortable means driving your electric costs through the roof.

The heat of the summer can make your electric bill soar.

Shades and shutters along with window treatments can’t stop the heat from streaming through your windows and sliders.

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Advanced Film Solutions window film applications stop the summer heat at the glass.

Your monthly cooling costs are reduced by 50% and that means a lower electric bill by as much as 30%

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Glare is removed and all the UV that damages furnishings and wood floors is filtered out by 99.9%

Advanced Film Solutions is Better Business Rated A Plus and we have earned Angie’s List Super service Award for 8 straight years.

No matter what your budget is; we have a solution to match.

Coatings that meet all deed restrictions like the incomparable Huper Optik films and Vista 

Security glazing films that stop heat while holding glass in place against crime or impact.

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Check our ads in your local coupon books and get a free estimate from

Orlando’s Window Tinting Specialists!

Toll Free: 877-575-3456

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Eastman Glazing Security Florida Window Film Comparisons Vs. 3M Window Film

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Advanced Film Solutions is one of the largest volume solar and solar safety film installation companies in the USA.

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We differentiate our solutions portfolio by offering the world leading window film brands.

Objectivity is our sincere promise to our clients. 

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 The issue of life safety is critically important.

 

There are differences in aesthetics between the various security film solutions our goal is to match the right coating for your specific requirements.

As a starting point we only install 8 ML or thicker shatter resistant films.
 

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  • Silver 8 ML: Our LLumar or Armorcoat silver film is ideal for maximum privacy and safe for IG units.
  • Dual reflective 28 Vista: Also safe for IG units this dual reflective film
     
  • Dual reflective LLumar 25, 15% 9 ML thickness and 5 ml choices.
  • Dual Reflective 25% SunTek
  • Neutral Series: Available in 20, 35, 40, 50 % light transmissions.
  • Ceramic 50% Huper Optik
  • Hanita Safety Zone

  • Armorcoat Stainless

Attachment systems:

We recommend the Dow 995 structural silicone wet glaze system.

How we compare to 3M Security Window Film:

As a matter of aesthetic comparison 3M has an extremely limited portfolio of thinner security films.

  • They do not offer a silver or neutral 20, 35,40 or 50% VLT
  • They offer only a thinner 5 ML dual reflective 25% VLT
  • They repackage another companies  8 Ml and 14 ml film 
  • There is no objective independent testing for win, blast, impact or intrusion that our solutions are not equal or superior.

There is no demonstrable advantage for thinner film as 3M offers and their tear resistance does not present superior capability during GSA or DOD blast or ballistic testing.

Adhesive clarity and haze are known issues with the 3M ultra films.

Bottom Line:

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Advanced Film Solutions offers a wide range of shatter films that meets our clients requirements.

Our films are all certified by the NFRC for energy savings.

Our 8 ML shatter Films meet GSA, DOD, and several meet FM Global approval (LLumar)

Our Films meet ANSI 400 Ft Lbs standards.

Several films meet UL972 Impact standards.

Advanced Film Solutions offers free estimates and our team has earned an A Rating from the BBB and we are an 8 time winner of the Super Service Award from Angie’s List.

Compare our superior portfolio, adhesive clarity, testing and NFRC ratings along with your investment costs!

There is not one category where 3M offers a safer security film PERIOD!

Advanced Film Solutions

Toll Free: 877-575-3456