Window Film Care & Support Guides
Practical guidance for every stage of your project, from the first site visit to installation, curing, cleaning and warranty support.
Before your site visit
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Preparing for installation
How to Prepare for Your Window Film Installation
A little preparation helps installers work efficiently and achieve the best possible finish. Here is a simple checklist for installation day.
Read the guideHow Is Window Tinting Installed?
What actually happens on installation day, from site measure to final inspection. The professional window film installation process explained step-by-step.
Read the guideHow Long Does Window Tinting Installation Take?
What actually happens on install day, how long it takes, and when your windows look their best, in under 90 seconds.
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After installation
What to Expect After Window Film Installation
New window film often needs time before it reaches its final appearance. Learn what is normal while film cures and how the WFAANZ standard assesses the finished installation.
Read the guideWhy Is My Room Still Hot After Window Tinting?
Window film reduces solar heat entering through glass, but it does not actively cool a room. Here is how film performance, glazing, weather and the rest of the building affect what you feel.
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Cleaning & maintenance
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Warranty & support
Concerned about recently installed film?
Send us photos of the complete pane and the area concerned, and we will help identify whether it is normal curing or needs an inspection.
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