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3M Prestige 70 for a Renovated Victorian Home in Prahran
Why 3M Prestige 70 was selected for west-facing windows and a sun-filled atrium in a renovated Victorian home in Prahran.
Daytime Privacy with 3M Night Vision 25 at a Toorak Residence
Why 3M Night Vision 25 was selected to increase daytime privacy for street-facing windows at a Toorak residence.
3M All Season LE35 for a Rowville Family Home
Why 3M All Season LE35 was selected for year-round thermal performance and increased daytime privacy at a Rowville family home.
Does Security Window Film Stop Break-Ins?
Security window film cannot make glass unbreakable, but it can delay forced entry. Learn what it can and cannot do, and how 3M Ultra S800 was installed on the Six Six Store shopfront in Melbourne CBD.
How to Reduce Office Glare Without Closing the Blinds
Sunlight is only part of office glare. How window film is selected for glare, natural light, glass compatibility and appearance, shown through a WorkSafe Victoria office project in Melbourne.
Case Study: 3M Prestige 40 Exterior, Verified 85% Heat Load Reduction in a Richmond High-Rise
A 6-day instrumented trial on a high-rise residential building in Richmond: 3M Prestige 40 Exterior cut peak heat load 75.6% (east) and 85.0% (west), independently analysed by 3M Australia.
How Much Does Commercial Window Tinting Cost in Melbourne?
Real installed prices for commercial and office window tinting in Melbourne, per m², by tier, and what actually moves the number on your building.
How Much Does Security Window Film Cost in Melbourne?
Real installed prices for 3M security window film in Melbourne, from entry-level S40 through to Ultra Security, internal and external.
Anti-Graffiti vs Security Film: Which Does Your Property Actually Need?
Anti-graffiti and security window film solve completely different problems. Here's how to tell which one your property actually needs, or whether you need both.
Window Film Solutions for Melbourne Properties
How 3M window film addresses heat, glare, UV and privacy across Melbourne homes and commercial buildings, and how to match the right film to your property.
Window Tinting Melbourne: The Complete 2026 Guide & Pricing
Your full Melbourne guide to window tinting, film types, heat and UV performance, cost per square metre, regulations, and how to pick a reputable installer.
Privacy Window Film Melbourne: The Complete 2026 Buyer's Guide
Everything you need to know about privacy window film for Melbourne homes and offices. Types, performance, cost per m² and where each works best.
Reflective vs Frosted vs Solar Window Film: Which Is Right For You? (2026)
A side-by-side comparison of reflective, frosted and solar window film. What each does, what it costs, where each works best and how to choose.
Stained Glass Window Film Melbourne: Types, Cost & Install Guide (2026)
A modern, removable alternative to leadlight. Explore stained glass film designs, pricing, durability and where it works best in Melbourne homes.
Thermal Window Film Melbourne: The Complete Heat Reduction Guide (2026)
How thermal window film rejects up to 84% of total solar energy, lowers cooling bills, and keeps Melbourne homes comfortable through 40°C summer heatwaves.
After a Firebomb Attack: 80m² of 3M Ultra S800 Security Film on a Melbourne Shopfront
A Melbourne commercial showroom was firebombed and every window smashed. Here's how we secured the new glazing with 80m² of 3M Ultra S800 anti-intrusion film, in one week, end to end.
Project Overview: Custom Fade Printed Film at South Yarra Restaurant
Custom-printed graduated fade film delivered diner privacy while perfectly matching the restaurant's brand colour palette.
Case Study: Window Frosting for Money Bar
A bespoke UV-printed circle pattern matched to bar's branding delivered a refined, classy frosted look on Chapel Street.
Case Study: Apartment Heat Reduction
3M Prestige 70 delivered 59% heat reduction, 99.9% UV blocking and 97% infrared reduction at a West Footscray apartment, virtually invisible.
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