Architectural Window Tint

Reflective films get both darker and more reflective as shade numbers drop, boosting TSER. Ceramic films rely on nano‑particles, so heat performance stays strong even in lighter shades.

Mirror‑type privacy relies on exterior light. At night, interior lights reverse the effect. Use blinds or dim lights to maintain privacy.

That depends on the type of film you are applying.

• Dualflex dual reflective film: inside
• Chromoflex silver reflective film: inside
• Sputterflex sputtered film: inside
• Vandalflex anti-graffiti film: outside
• Safetyflex safety and security film: inside
• Specialty/decorative: inside
• Panashield/Nanoshield ceramic film: inside

One-way daytime privacy refers to a window treatment's ability to allow people inside a building to see out while preventing those outside from seeing in during daylight hours. This effect is achieved through the use of reflective window films that have a mirror-like appearance on the exterior side when exposed to sunlight. The principle behind this effect is based on light differential: during the day, the brighter light outside causes the film to reflect the external environment, thus creating a mirror effect when viewed from the outside. Meanwhile, the interior, being less bright, allows occupants to see through the film to the outside.

The effectiveness of one-way daytime privacy depends on the light levels on either side of the window. At night, when the interior is typically brighter than the exterior, the effect can reverse, and visibility from outside to inside can increase. For this reason, additional privacy measures may be required during nighttime hours, such as curtains or blinds, to maintain privacy.

Window films that offer one-way daytime privacy are ideal for settings where privacy during the day is a priority, but natural light is still desired. They are popular in residential homes for rooms facing busy streets, as well as in commercial settings where there is a need to shield interior spaces from public or neighboring views without sacrificing the openness and welcoming nature of natural light.

Dry adhesive feels tack‑free until activated with mounting solution, giving installers more time to position and squeegee. Pressure‑sensitive adhesive bonds as soon as pressure is applied, locking the film in place faster. Both cure crystal‑clear; choose based on install speed and personal preference.

Most architectural window films have minimal to no impact on wireless signals and the operation of electronic devices inside a building. However, films with metallic components, especially those designed for high solar heat rejection, can in some cases interfere with radio frequency (RF) signals. Advances in film technology have led to the development of non-metallic options, such as ceramic-based films, that offer excellent heat rejection capabilities without affecting signal transmission for cell phones, Wi-Fi, and other electronic devices.