Tinting the windows of your office building has become a popular trend amongst business owners. Tinting your windows comes with a wide variety of benefits that make your employees and customers more comfortable as well as save your business money.
This popularity can unfortunately come with a lot of misinformation, leading to mistakes being made during the installation process. Here are the most common errors made when installing window film that you should avoid:
Selecting the Cheapest Films – Window films can be a very expensive investment, and so many will cut down on that cost by selecting a cheaper film. But cheaper films aren’t always the answer when it comes to saving money. In fact, it can cost you more money in the long run.
When you invest in more expensive films, you gain benefits like:
- UV Protection
- Heat Absorption
- Reducing Light
- Increased Privacy
Cheaper films tend to wear down and begin to peel much faster than more high-quality films. This combined with the money saving benefits like temperature control and heat absorption leads to expensive films being more cost effective in the long run.
Selecting the Wrong Type of Film – There are a ton of different films to choose from on the market, and it’s important to find the right film for your needs. For example, an interior window film can be frosted or textured in order to maintain privacy for offices and meeting rooms while still maintaining light. However, an exterior window film would likely need the benefits of heat absorption, UV protection, and more. These films perform differently, and so it’s important to know exactly what your needs are in order to find the right films for your business.
Not Deep Cleaning the Windows Beforehand – Once you have chosen your film, it’s important to deep clean your windows in order to ensure they adhere correctly.
When they hear “deep clean”, many think they need to sanitize their windows. Oftentimes, this means using alcohol based cleaning products. This is something that should be avoided at all costs. Alcohol based products can leave streaking and residue, making it difficult for the film to properly stick to the window.
When deep cleaning the windows, the goal is not to disinfect but rather polish the windows. The windows should have no dust particles or residue on them in preparation for the film. This can be a stressful process that can hinder the effectiveness of the product, and so we suggest working professional window cleaning into the installation budget to ensure everything is prepared correctly.
Leaving Air Bubbles – Air bubbles being left in the film becomes a weak point in the film, as well as just becoming an eye sore to the window in general. Not only can it be distracting to you, but your customers as well.
To avoid air bubbles, the film is typically applied onto a wet window. This allows the film to be positioned and adjusted to the correct position before the installer uses a squeegee to push the air bubbles out.
Handling the Process on Your Own – Everything we listed above are reasons why our biggest overall piece of advice is hiring professional installers for your window film. The process from beginning to end can be stressful, and without enough knowledge of the process mistakes can easily be made that damage your windows or the film.
By hiring professionals, you get a step by step guide from educated professionals who can nail down exactly what you need, find the film to fit your needs, correctly prepare your windows, and successfully deliver high-quality results that will last.
To find a good professional to install your window films, a good place to start is by looking at the reviews of their work. You can get a good understanding of their work by reading reviews from previous customers.
Another good way to find a reliable contractor is by looking into their warranty. Companies that offer a solid warranty are confident in their ability to provide quality services and results. And if there is a problem that develops, the solution will be covered by the company and not come out of your pocket.
If you are ready to begin your journey towards installing window films for your business, contact us today for a consultation!