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Consumer Comparison 3M Vs. Eastman LLumar Vista Window Tinting

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It seems like a perfect time to update an apples to apples comparison between the well known 3M Window Film and the Eastman Chemical Performance Film portfolio.

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This is a trick comparison study because of the overwhelming superiority of the Eastman portfolio.

The Eastman portfolio easily outdistances 3M window film in terms of depth, variety and performance capabilities of their window film solutions.

Consider our EnerLogic Low E Films that are available in a glare rejecting 35% as well as a clear EnerLogic 70. 

These technology leading films launched in 2010-2011 represent the best all season energy savings films in the world.
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 Your investment is backed by a lifetime warranty from this multi-billion dollar corporation.
 
3M?
 

They have an obsolete Low E film introduced in the 1980’s with a 5 year warranty and 1/3 the winter insulating benefit compared to EnerLogic. 

 

You’d be hard pressed to find one installation of this obsolete  3M Low E product in the entire state of Florida.


                                       EnerLogic                      3M
 
 Warranty Residential          Lifetime                                           5 year   Warranty
 
Commercial                              15 years                                             5 years
 
Emissivity                                   7%                                                         34%
 
Color                                       Earth tone                                    Copper pinkish hue
 
Width                                          36,48,60, 72″                                      40,50,60″

How about a one way vision film that can block more than 95% of the glare and 85% of the total solar energy? 

Our Vista LLumar Films offer choices for maximum heat control.

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Non reflective films in light transmissions ranging from a 5% storefront type film to lighter transmissions.

3M?

Sorry- -they have nothing.
 
Bronze films?
 
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 Eastman offers several choices of light transmission and less interior reflectivity
 
3M?
 
 
 
Sorry folks; absolutely nothing!
 
 
Silver reflective films for solar and security applications in multiple light transmissions?

We have numerous choices whereas they have only one and it does not come in a security version.

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Vista has dual reflective films in a 14, 15, 25, 28, 35, 38, 45, 48 % light transmissions?  Several available in thicker 8 ML shatter versions.

3M?

They re-box another companies cheap dual reflective (Affinity) and offer only 3 light transmission choices in their night vision line.

And we haven’t mentioned our full line of Huper Optik ceramic films!


Non reflective heat rejecting durable and dye free. Huper Optik qualifies for TECO rebates where the 3M prestige line does not!

Huper Optik has a superior scratch coating and optical clarity!

 
We don’t have to fool our clients with heat lamp gimmicks that pretend the film blocks 97% of the heat.
 

We deal in NFRC facts.

We won’t pull the wool over your eyes about films working better at angles.

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Toll Free: 877-575-3456

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Window Film In The USA – The Right Time?

Window film has demonstrated the ability to lower energy costs, filter out harmful UV, provide security and privacy and earn a ROI better than any other home retrofit solution.

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Nevertheless window film has never received the awareness level that it deserves.

One reason for the poor recognition is the lack of dealer training in all aspects of thin film capabilities and installation. This missing level of competency is the single greatest obstacle to growth.

No matter the window film, the proficiency of the installer is paramount.

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The window film business is a very mature industry dating back to the 1950’s.

The originality and innovative aspects of the business long ago eroded into a commodity type business. You know this is true when you see my alma mater 3M re-boxes films made elsewhere and begin their migration from viable independent dealers to depot type installation people and window cleaners.

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The cost of entry into this business has  historically been low and the various manufacturers have knowingly encouraged this lower class Flea Market mentality by not requiring standards be met or quotas attained. 

This creates low cost installations that they surmise would encourage more film sales.

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The economy and the failure of the large manufacturers to offer a business VISION has weakened their smaller local dealer and made our strategies at Window Film USA a winning plan with huge growth potential.
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  • We have developed superior installation capabilities throughout the USA.
  •  The brand loyalty based strictly on perception  has become as outdated as hula hoops!
  • Today’s smart consumer does internet research and gathers competitive intel.  Failure to do this would be incredibly foolish.  We love comparisons!

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  • There are innovative window films that solve consumer issues at competitive pricing. The days of exclusivity and fooling customers is in the past. Imagine limiting your choices to one brand?  Ridiculous!
  • We love to compete and since we offer nearly every leading window film except 3M
  • We are positioned to clear up any misleading information or ridiculous pricing (particularly from one of their depot types or marked up by in store agents)
  • NFRC certified films that perform on your glass.
  • No nonsense window films that have been tried and tested.  This offsets hyperbole and misleading claims like 3M’s 97% heat rejection or that their film works better at angles.
  • Films with superior optical clarity.

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