Window tinting have been popular in the automobile industry and commercial buildings but it was only in the last ten years that it has found its application into residential homes. There are many factors why this has been so. The biggest factor could be because nowadays window tint film is self-adhesive, meaning that you do not need to apply glue or adhesive to stick it to glass surface. The vinyl window film stick to the glass surface through static action, and this feature is great for home owners who want to install the window film by themselves as a DIY project.
The engineering involved in the manufacture of window tint film had also evolved much resulting in very high quality of vinyl film being produced. The product is of such high quality to the extend that you can hardly tell if a glass has been applied with window films. Besides, there are also myriads of designs available nowadays that are suitable for home window usage. In short, for whatever functions that you are looking at, you will be able to find the right home window tinting films that suit your need.
Among all the available types of window films, the frosted window film and the privacy window film is the most sought after by home owners. Bathroom windows shower enclosure that require more privacy could all be applied with window films as the material can withstand both heat and moisture. Frosted window film is not the only available designs that is suitable for bathroom windows. Stained glass window films and colored window tints have also been successfully applied to add privacy.
Besides adding privacy, decorative window film is also popular to enhance the decoration of a room. Stained glass for homes became popular during the Victorian era, thanks to the rediscovery of the methods to make colored glass. Traditionally, to produce colored glass, different mineral would be added to the glass making process. If you want to have stained glass for homes, this means that you would have to take down the entire glass window and have it totally replaced.
With home tinting window film, this is no longer required. Whether you want to achieve stained glass effect, etched glass effect or frosted glass effect, all you need to do is to apply the film on the glass surface. Putting adhesive window film on your own is very convenient and you will only require the following tools: a measurement tape, an utility knife, a spray bottle and a squeegee.
First, you clean your window thoroughly using window cleansing solution. Then, spray some soapy solution onto the glass surface. Peel off the backing paper off the glass film and carefully position it on the glass surface. Spray more solution onto the surface of the window film and then use a squeegee to squeeze out any air bubble and solution beneath the window film. As you do so, the glass film will stick to the glass surface through static action. The last step is to use a utility knife to trim off the excess window film.
There are many benefits of installing home window tinting film. Some home onwers install them on stormdoors for security purpose. During a heavy storm, if the glass is to be shattered, the glass film will at least hold the broken glass together. However, maybe not all tinting film could do this and it is good to check with your merchandiser.
Another common benefits of putting up the tinting film is to make your home more energy efficient. Window films could filter out high percentage of infra-red ray and ultra-violet ray of the sun’s spectrum. Infra-red ray is what causes heat gain and the ultra-violet ray causes carpets, upholstery and the curtain in your home to fade in color. Besides making your upholstery to last longer, window film keeps heat out of the house and resulted in savings in your air conditioner bill. Then at night or during the winter, it helps to keep heat within the house and you do not need to turn up the heater. You can also use stained glass window film to reap the benefit and at the same time add some decorative motifs.
Home window tinting film is fast becoming a household item in every homes in the U.S and Canada. You may purchase it from hardware store, DIY mall and through online. However, always check on the merchandiser’s reputation before buying as not all window films are created equal. A good merchandiser will be able to provide good warrantee and have many returning happy customers who can attest that the window films work as it should be.
