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WINDOW TINTING:

WHAT CAN I EXPECT THE TINT TO LOOK LIKE RIGHT AFTER INSTALLATION?

Once window film has been installed, it’s very common to see a slight haziness and/or small water pockets. This is a normal part of the adhesive bonding process called "curing". Depending on the film type and weather conditions, it may take up to 30 days for the film to be fully cured. The curing process is slow because the remaining water used in installation must evaporate through the film. Sputtered and heavy security films take the longest to dry and will take longer for any hazy appearance to disappear.

IS THERE A FILM MADE THAT I CAN SEE OUT OF, BUT NO ONE CAN SEE IN? There are window films that make visibility into your home or office nearly impossible during daytime hours. However due to the natural properties of light, visibility transfers the other way at night time. For example, if you have lights on inside at night, someone standing outside will be able to see in. The only way to gain no visibility 100%, would be to install a film that blurs vision both ways, such as a frost or matte finish film.
There are window films that make visibility into your home or office nearly impossible during daytime hours. However due to the natural properties of light, visibility transfers the other way at night time. For example, if you have lights on inside at night, someone standing outside will be able to see in. The only way to gain no visibility 100%, would be to install a film that blurs vision both ways, such as a frost or matte finish film.
HOW DO I CLEAN THE FILM?
Once the film is dry and cured, it’s then safe for the film to be cleaned. The best cleaner is a simple solution of water and a small amount of soap. Clean the window and then squeegee dry with overlapping strokes in the same way you would clean the outside of your car windows. You may also clean the film surface with any normal strength glass cleaner. Products with amonia willnot damage the film if used in reasonable quantities and if the film is not left to soak in it. Do not use any abrasive cleaners, industrial strength glass cleaners and/or any other window cleaning tools that may scratch the window film. Remember, the surface of the film is coated with a scratch resistant not scratch proof coating.
Once the film is dry and cured, it’s then safe for the film to be cleaned. The best cleaner is a simple solution of water and a small amount of soap. Clean the window and then squeegee dry with overlapping strokes in the same way you would clean the outside of your car windows. You may also clean the film surface with any normal strength glass cleaner. Products with amonia willnot damage the film if used in reasonable quantities and if the film is not left to soak in it. Do not use any abrasive cleaners, industrial strength glass cleaners and/or any other window cleaning tools that may scratch the window film. Remember, the surface of the film is coated with a scratch resistant not scratch proof coating.
Will window film stop fading of interior furnishings 100%?
While window film does a tremendous job in reducing the amount of harmful UV Rays (up to 99%) and solar heat (up to 78%), it will not completely eliminate the deteriorating effects of the sun, especially over a long period of time. However, window film is significantly better at stopping fading in comparison to untreated glass.

Will window film ruin my view? Although a dark or reflective film may reduce the view from the outside
looking into a car, home or office, it does not mean the same optical restrictions apply from the inside looking out. This is due to Visual Acuity where the human eye basically adjusts to its light surroundings and stabilizes sight enabling an unrestricted sight, even when the light transmission has been reduced by up to 70%.
While window film does a tremendous job in reducing the amount of harmful UV Rays (up to 99%) and solar heat (up to 78%), it will not completely eliminate the deteriorating effects of the sun, especially over a long period of time. However, window film is significantly better at stopping fading in comparison to untreated glass.Although a dark or reflective film may reduce the view from the outsidelooking into a car, home or office, it does not mean the same optical restrictions apply from the inside looking out. This is due to where the human eye basically adjusts to its light surroundings and stabilizes sight enabling an unrestricted sight, even when the light transmission has been reduced by up to 70%.
What is the legal darkness of tinting in Arizona?
Laws vary from state to state, and country to country as to what types of window film are allowed. In Arizona window film is allowed on the front top part of the windshield and permissible on all side windows and back windshield.
Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
Front Side Windows Must allow more than 33% of light in.
Back Side Windows Any darkness can be used.
Rear Window Any darkness can be used. The amount of allowable light transmission varies depending on state laws check with your dealer to ensure your film installation is legal.
Laws vary from state to state, and country to country as to what types of window film are allowed. In Arizona window film is allowed on the front top part of the windshield and permissible on all side windows and back windshield. Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer's AS-1 line. Front Side Windows Must allow more than 33% of light in. Back Side Windows Any darkness can be used. Rear Window Any darkness can be used. The amount of allowable light transmission varies depending on state laws check with your dealer to ensure your film installation is legal.