FAQ's

Window film is a polyester base material, sometimes referred to as Polyethylene Butylene. This material starts out as a clear product with various metal, oxides or nano particle technology added to it to block UV and infrared rays and glare from the sun.

Yes, window film can help you save money on energy costs. When installed in residential and commercial buildings, window film reduces the amount of the heat transfer through the windows in the summer, reducing the energy needed to cool the space. In the winter, the window film can help keep heat in, reducing the energy needed to heat the space. Llumar Window Films block up to 99.9% of UV rays and reject up to 80% of the sun’s heat. The exact amounts blocked, as well as the amount of visible light blocked, depends on the type and tint of the film you select.

Yes. Llumar Window Films reject up to 82% of solar energy, keeping your environment cooler and more comfortable. By controlling hot spots and accumulated interior heat, window film helps you save on air conditioning and the energy needed to cool your home.

Yes. Adding window film to your home can eliminate annoying solar glare that obstructs televisions and windows. Window film permits viewing with less eye strain.

Window film will adhere to all glass and will have varying degrees of results depending on your situation. We offer free consultations to discuss your specific needs, but in nearly every case the answer is yes. There is a type of Llumar window film to suit your needs and your type of windows, doors or solid surfaces that you want to cover. We can apply film to glass front doors, French doors, skylights, high-rise hotels and office buildings, dual pane windows, tempered glass windows and more.

Installations will vary in time. For example, four sliding glass doors using a 2 ml sun control product can take as little as three hours. Removal of existing film, smaller windows and excessive calking from the glass manufacturer will add to the installation time.

Residential installations can often be completed in a day. Larger homes may take longer, and commercial projects will require custom estimates of the time needed to complete installation. We can usually work with your schedule and adjust to fit your needs. In addition, window film can be installed either on the interior or exterior of your windows. We’ll help you determine what’s best for your needs and the type of windows of you have.