Window film is a thin, multi-layered polyester material that incorporates the many different layers to control different properties, including Ultra-Violet (UV) light, heat, glare, and privacy. Window film comes in a variety of performance levels and shades.

Film percentages stand for light transmission, or the amount of light that is allowed through the film. The lower the percentage, the darker the film.

No. In most cases, window film is installed on the inside of the glass. This allows for maximum durability. On vehicles, typically the window tint is hand-cut on the outside of the glass, then installed on the interior of the glass.

The moisture that remains between the film and the glass after installation can cause a hazy, streaky, blotchy appearance. It takes several days for the adhesive/film to completely cure. The remaining moisture will evaporate through the film; depending on the type of film, this process may take a couple of days, or even a couple of months. When the water evaporates completely, your windows should have excellent clarity.

After window film installation, wait an average of 30 days until the window is fully dry before cleaning the inside of the window where the film was installed. After the initial 30 days, use a window cleaner without ammonia and a soft cloth or rubber squeegee. We recommend foam cleaners because they do not streak, and are usually ammonia-free. Never scrape the film with any type of blade or clean your tinted windows with anything abrasive, as it will scratch the film.

Because you have a variety of levels window film levels of shading to choose from, you can control how much gets blocked. Ideally, window film can improve the view by cutting down the glare of bright sunlight, allowing you to enjoy deeper, more vivid colors.

A good quality window film can block up to 79% of solar heat, keeping your home cooler and reducing the strain on your air conditioning system.

Along with saving you money on cooling costs in the warm summer months, architectural window film can help you to retain interior heat to help you reduce heating costs in the winter. Madico window film improves the comfort of your space throughout the year, despite the temperature by making windows more energy efficient – and conserving all of that energy benefits the environment too.

In existing commercial structures, the energy savings achieved by window film can offer a payback in less than two years, or up to a 70% ROI – depending on factors such as construction, location, and type of film used.

Under the existing IRS provision and the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), window film qualifies as an insulation material or system that is specifically and primarily designed to reduce heat loss or gain of a home. The existing provision for 2022, provides a 10 percent tax credit with a lifetime maximum of $500. The new law increases the amount of the credit and extends the credit to 2032. In addition, the new law repeals the requirement that expenditures must be made with respect to the taxpayer’s principal residence.

Under the provisions of the IRA, there are certain income limitations for the tax credits and consumers are encouraged to check with their tax advisor to determine their eligibility and tax credits that may be used. In the IRS code the measure is called a 25C tax credit, after the section of the tax code that started in 2006 and is labeled a “nonbusiness energy property credit;” now it is renamed as an “energy-efficient home-improvement credit.”

For commercial buildings, window film installation may also help you to attain Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) credits and potential certification. LEED is a highly recognized green building certification program.  To learn more visit USGBC.

This depends on a number of factors including the  type of window film (safety, decorative, etc.), the size of the building, the number of rooms, etc.

This depends on a number of factors including the type of window film (tinting, decorative, frosting, etc.), the size of the building, the number of rooms, etc. A more specific time estimate can be made during the quoting process.

It would depend on the tint level installed. In most cases, if a house plant is already receiving adequate light, the use of window film will not harm it. New growth or flowering may be impacted, as the plant may take a few days to adjust to the light change. If a particular plant normally wilts by the end of a sunny day, it can actually thrive better with window tint installed. 

While it is impossible to eliminate all risk of fading, window film can significantly reduce the amount of fading for interior furnishings – protecting the flooring, artwork, drapes and furniture that experience damaging sunlight from nearby windows. 

It is generally not advised, as applying both can alter the color of the glass.

The temperature of an office has been proven to have a huge impact on the productivity of employees. Many scientific studies and surveys indicate that there’s a “sweet spot” in office temperature for enhanced productivity, which is usually between 68 and 75 degrees. Colder offices usually experience more typing and clerical errors than sweet spot offices, while warmer offices can make people feel sluggish and sleepy, leading to decreased working speeds and an overall dip in productivity.  You don’t need scientists to tell you that avoiding temperature extremes is absolutely crucial for workplace comfort and productivity. 

Window tinting also cuts down on direct light glare on computer screens and other devices, making certain times of the day more tolerable for working.

If it is maintained properly, it can have a life expectancy of 5-10 years, depending on the type and quality of film used.

For both residential and commercial installations, ProShield Glass Tinting also offers several decorative products such as black out and white out film, decolite, frost matte film, and safety film. We also offer anti-graffiti film for businesses.