Every year, people more and more pay attention not only to the high -quality decoration of residential premises, but also to how much the room is protected from the penetration of direct sunlight and from possible glass cracks. In addition, most people seek to provide themselves with maximum comfort and rest, and without prying eyes. All this can be provided using the use of a tint film for windows.
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About the material
When the conversation comes to tinting film, it is understood that it will protect the windows, as well as the other surface of the glass from shock and sunlight. Also, if the glass is equipped with a film, then it will be much stronger than usual.
Many lovers of indoor plants are interested in whether the film will affect the growth of plants. It is not worth worrying, because this will not affect their growth, unless, of course, exotic plants that love light are very fond of. And ordinary plants quickly adapt to the new absorption of ultraviolet rays.
A quality film is characterized in that its outer layer (there may be several) can withstand mechanical damage. In order for the film to become stronger, when it is made on a thin surface, spraying is applied, consisting of the smallest particles of metal. The more such “metallized” layers, the stronger the film will be.
Each type of tint film consists of polyester. This material has increased strength, as well as good elasticity and the ability to miss light.
The tinting film for windows has several layers, their number depends on the functions of the protective material. Each layer of film is interconnected using a special device - laminator.
To protect your windows from sunlight or the views of passers -by, when fastening the material, it is necessary to use special glue. It can be different, depending on how much time it will be given to its drying. In addition to glue, the film can be “planted” on glass with ordinary water.
It should be noted that when installing a tint film on the windows of the apartment, you must be extremely neat and not make errors. The film can only be glued once, because in the case of an error (creases or bubbles), it will not work to remove it just like that - it is necessary to use a special removal liquid.
Therefore, in order not to spoil the expensive material, and the tinting film for the windows has a high price - it is best to invite specialists so that they do all the work on applying the material to the windows. In addition, it is worth noting that many manufacturers give a guarantee for their material, but provided that specially trained workers will be installed.
Advantages and types of tinting film
Pros of tinting film:
- regulates the brightness in the room;
- the film is able to protect indoor plants from direct sunlight;
- furniture and curtains do not burn out.
A wide selection of windows for protecting windows is presented on sale.
Consider each option:
- Protective film with a tinting effect. It is applied in the case when the task is to protect the glass from the blow and protect the room from the smallest fragments. Often such a film is called anti -vandal. There is also a type of protective film that protects from explosions. It is used in large rooms - in places of mass accumulation of people, cinemas, shopping and entertainment centers. For residential premises, you can use fire -fighting film, which can delay the ingress of smoke and fire into the room for up to forty -five seconds.
Types of tinting film see the photo:
- Sun -protection. Such a tinting film differs from the protective one in that it has a unique ability to delay up to ninety -nine percent of the sunlight. It is advisable to install it in offices or offices. The coating is able to protect the room from the penetration of direct sunlight, which is very important when working with documents and a computer. Due to its properties, such a film will protect the interior and upholstered furniture of the dwelling from burnout. In addition, the advantages of the sunscreen film are also that it is able to reduce the load on the air conditioner because it protects the room from overheating in the summer and hypothermia in the winter.
- Mirror tint film. A variety of sunscreen film has a visibility effect on the one hand (mirror effect). Such a film will protect the dwelling from the curious views of passers -by.
- Decorative film. Such a tinting film for windows is developed specifically for decorating windows. The designer film can be of different colors and shades, have a beautiful ornament and graphic pattern. Can be matte or transparent.
- The architectural tinting film for windows serves to decorate the facades of buildings. It is applied to the outer part of the window. It has increased strength, capable of protecting the windows from strokes. It is allowed to be used to protect windows at any time of the year.
Of all types of tinting films for windows, the main advantage can be distinguished - the ability to protect the windows from shock and spreading fragments in the room.
If you buy a tinting film for windows in a special company, then its cost will also include installation.
Mirror tint film for windows
It has simultaneously a property of filtering infrared radiation and sunlight. When installing a mirror film, you can create a one -sided visibility effect when you see people, but they do not see you.
Most mirror tinting films have protection against glare, which allows you to work freely on a computer or watch TV.
If the glass is blocked, then the tinting film will hold the glass in the frame and will not allow it to crumble into the smallest pieces. If the question is about protecting and giving the glass of additional strength, then you need to install an anti -suggestion film, which will also have protection against ultraviolet rays.
In addition, the coating can prevent fogging of glass, as well as reduce the convective flow directly in the room next to the windows.
The coating can be installed both on the inner and outside of the window. For installation on the outer side of the room, special films have been developed, which have a higher resistance to direct sunlight.
How to stick a film yourself
You can invite a specialist who quickly and efficiently sticks the film on the windows, or you can cope with the task on your own.
To work with the film, prepare the following tools:
- scraper for washing windows. Choose a tool with a rubberized edge;
- scraper for cleaning windows - with a sharp edge;
- acute construction knife;
- spray;
- wide rubber spatula to capture a large area of \u200b\u200bglass;
- a cut of microfiber or a cotton towel (without villi);
- the detergent is suitable for baby liquid soap or shampoo.
What do you need to know when working with a film:
- The room temperature should be at least five degrees and not higher than forty. If the indicators are not observed, then the glue will either dry for a very long time, or, on the contrary, will quickly grasp.
- The humidity in the room should be no more than eighty percent and at least twenty.
- From the spray gun, spray water in the room so that the air is wet.
- The room should not be dusty, so wash the floors in advance and brush the dust from the furniture.
First you need to prepare the surface - wash the glass with a soft detergent. Using a scraper, clean all the corners from dust and dirt. If your window is wooden, then the stacks can be removed and cleaned.
Now you can start an equally responsible moment - I will reveal the material. Follow the measurements and think about how you will cut the film. You should not have big waste. If the film is not enough for the width to immediately glue the entire surface of the glass, then think about where the joint will be. When cutting, leave the material for allowances - from two to three millimeters.
How to install a film on the window:
- Moisten the glass with purified water.
- Take a little soap or shampoo and treat the surface.
- Put the workpiece on the floor or table and carefully remove the protective layer. At this time, you must constantly irrigate the film with water from the spray gun.
- Make sure that the film does not stick together, otherwise it will have to be thrown away.
- Put the film on the glass, holding the ends. Keep in mind that glass and protective material should be well moistened.
- Fix the film at the upper points and see its position. If you see a skew, it’s not too late to fix everything, because there is water under the film.
- Using a spatula, gradually displace the water from under the surface.
- Leave her so that she is completely dry. For this you will need one to two weeks. During this time, the film from a darker will gradually acquire a light shade.
- When the air bubbles appear, nothing needs to be done - when the film dries, they will disappear.
- So that the spatula does not leave scratches on the surface, try to moisturize it.
It is easy to care for tinted glasses - they must be wiped with a soft rag moistened in soap solution. You can not wash the windows with brushes and abrasive products, because they can leave scratches on the surface.
