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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Will window film ruin my
view?
2. How will I benefit from 3M
window film?
3. How do I clean my windows
with 3M window film?
4. Will my energy costs decrease?
5. Will my furniture fade be
reduced?
6. Can you apply window film
to tinted/Low-E/dual pane glass?
7. Will window film void my window's
warranty?
8. Can window film cause my windows
to break?
9. How is your window film warranted?
10. How will window film affect
my house plants?
1. Will window film ruin
my view?
No. 3M window film will actually reduce so much glare and heat that
it will add clarity. The pleasure of your beautiful view will return.
Night Vision and GeoShield will provide a clear view day and night.
2. How will I benefit from
3M window film?
Cut down on energy costs - Our films can stop up to 69% of the heat
coming in causing your cooling system to run less.
Protect against fading - By eliminating 99% of UV rays, our films
help protect your hardwood flooring, furniture, painting and rugs.
Help control "hot spots" - Most homes have a few problem
areas. Solving these heat problems can improve comfort and even
temperature in the entire home.
Add privacy - Let the natural light in while keeping your view.
Unlike curtains or blinds, our privacy films allow you to see out
clearly, but the window appears dark from the outside.
3. How do I clean my windows
with 3M window film?
High quality 3M window film with scratch-resistant coatings make
cleaning as easy as before. Simply spray and wipe clean with your
favorite glass cleaner or mild soap and water and wipe clean with
a soft cloth. No other maintenance is required.
4. Will my energy costs
decrease?
In most cases, yes. The amount of money saved depends upon the type
of film chosen and certain property-specific variables (location,
climate, existing energy costs, HVAC system, type of window, etc.).
5. Will my furniture fade
be reduced?
Absolutely! Furniture/fabric fade is caused by multiple factors.
10% of fading is caused by miscellaneous factors (ie fabric color,
material, etc.), 25% is caused by heat, 25% is caused by visible
light, and the remaining 40% is caused by UV rays. 3M window films
can mitigate 90% of the factors that cause furniture/fabric fade.
6. Can you apply window
film to tinted/Low-E/dual pane glass?
Absolutely! You will notice enhanced energy performance from your
tinted/Low-E/dual pane windows after installation.
7. Will window film void
my window's warranty?
Unfortunately, in many cases, yes. However, our window films come
with a 5 year glass breakage and 40 month seal failure warranty.
If your windows are new and have a longer warranty, we suggest the
3M Platinum Select Warranty. This warranty will match any existing
window manufacturer's warranty, regardless of how long and cover
replacement value up to $1,500 per window.
8. Can window film cause
my windows to break?
Well, the answer again is yes. About 1 out of every 300 windows
that have window film installed will crack due to thermal shock.
This is often caused by a pre-existing flaw in the glass. When the
film absorbs heat the glass absorbs heat also, causing it to stress
the already damaged glass edge. The crack will look like a crack
in your windshield. If this should happen to you, contact FINE LINE
Glass Tinting and we'll see to it your window is replaced* and re-tinted
right away. *(In accordance with mfg warranty)
9. How is your window film
warranted?
Most products are backed by a manufacturer's Limited Lifetime Warranty
on residential applications and up to 12 years on commercial applications.
10. How will window film
affect my house plants?
Since most house plants are "tropical plants" they thrive
best in their natural environment, the cover of the rain forest.
These plants are often better conditioned to grow in defused light
as opposed to direct sunlight, which may burn their leaves. Your
plants may thrive even better with a window film.
Call us at (281) 364-7007 with any questions concerning
our residential and
commercial window film applications.
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