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Can Solar Film Protect Furniture?

Friday, February 8th, 2019

UV ray exposure from sunlight can fade your furniture and decor. Solar film will protect your home while allowing the natural sunlight aesthetic.

It can be hard to think there are negative consequences when natural sunlight fills your home. As the sun’s rays stream through your windows and light up your house, you probably aren’t considering the impact on your furniture and decor. Prolonged sun exposure can cause your furniture and decor to fade, along with the health concerns that come with exposure to UV rays. In order to protect your family, as well as your home, from any harmful effects of sunlight, you should explore your shading and tinting options. One of the best ways to protect your home from prolonged sun exposure is with solar film.

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Posted in Safety Window Film

Tips for Cleaning Your Window Film

Friday, December 7th, 2018

You want to be sure you are cleaning your window film correctly to keep it in the best condition possible!

Whether for office buildings, retail, restaurants or residential homes, window tinting is a great way to make your space more comfortable, beautiful, and energy efficient. However, adding a window tint means you must take special care when cleaning. Cleaning chemicals like vinegar and ammonia can cause the adhesive layers of your window film to crack, peel and deteriorate. Meanwhile, paper towels and similar items can cause scratches and tears. This may have you worried, but never fear, there are ways to safely and effectively clean your windows.   (more…)

Posted in Maryland Window Tinting

The Benefits of Decorative Window Film

Friday, November 9th, 2018

Having big home windows is great, but not when everyone can see inside of your home! Decorative window film is a great, creative solution!

If you are looking for a great way to switch up the look of your home, decorative window film is a great option. Decorative window film gives both the exterior and interior of your home a new look with gorgeous window designs that can accommodate anyone’s style preferences! If you still aren’t convinced, here are just a few great benefits of decorative window film. (more…)

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Maintenance Tips for Your Residential Window Film

Thursday, October 25th, 2018

A soft cloth or squeegee is best used for cleaning your window film!

Window film is a great investment for any home because it helps keep to reduce your energy bills as well as protects you and your furniture from the sun’s harsh UV rays. When you invest in window film, you want it to last as long as possible. Here are some easy maintenance tips for your residential window film.

Cleaning Tips

After your window film has been installed, it is advised to wait at least a week before you do any type of cleaning. When you do clean your window film, all you need is an ammonia-free window cleaner and a soft cloth or squeegee. Foam cleansers are good options because they don’t leave streaks on your windows. When cleaning your film, be careful not to scrape it with anything sharp or use any harsh chemicals because they can scratch and damage your window film.

Curing

While your window film is curing, it is best to avoid any contact with it. When window film is first installed, there will be moisture build up between the film and the window itself. Curing is the process of the window film drying completely. During this time, the moisture can cause your window film to look hazy or streaked, but this is perfectly normal. You want to give your window film several days for the moisture to completely evaporate. Once this happens, you should be able to see clearly out of your windows. After your window is cured is when you may begin cleaning it.

Damaged Film

You want to be very careful with your window film because you don’t want it to get scratched or chip. Window film that is damaged can’t be repaired. Rather, the entire film has to be removed and replaced. Often times, there are warranties on window film so that the cost of replacement is covered for a certain amount of time. However, taking precaution and proper care when handling your window film can avoid this altogether.

Contact American Solar Tinting Today for Your Residential Window Film!

Tinted windows from American Solar Tinting will provide your workplace and employees protection from the sun’s harsh UV rays. American Solar Tinting has the expertise and equipment to keep your home or business decorative and beautiful with window film. We have almost 60 years of experience serving our wonderful customers without the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.  We offer a variety of solutions for you, whether you need residential window or glass tinting, logo graphics, or security films. For more information on how we can help you and your business, contact us online or give us a call at 1-800-969-0100. For more tips and tricks for your home and business, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, YouTube, and Pinterest.

Posted in Residential Solar Tinting

How Can Schools Benefit from Window Tinting?

Friday, September 28th, 2018

Window tinting can make classrooms more comfortable and also improve safety in our schools!

While we may generally think of window tinting when it comes to automobiles, plenty of businesses and homeowners benefit from window tinting in many ways. Tinting increases energy efficiency, lowering costs, which can be appealing for any business or home. This service could also benefit schools, which already deal with dwindling budgets and issues of student, staff, and faculty safety. Schools may not be the first thing to come to mind when considering the target demographic for window tinting, but there are several reasons to consider it for your school. Here are just some of the many benefits of window tinting for schools.  (more…)

Posted in Commercial Window Tinting

The Benefits of Window Tinting for the Cooler Weather

Friday, September 21st, 2018

You may think that window tinting is only beneficial when it’s warm, but there are a lot of great benefits during the cooler seasons as well!

With the summer finally coming to a close, cooler, more relaxing weather will finally be coming. You will no longer have to worry about cranking up the air conditioning since the cooler weather is here now. However, just because it is no longer the summer does not mean you should no longer consider window tinting for the cooler weather. If this idea seems absurd to you, here are just a few benefits of window tinting for cool weather.  (more…)

Posted in Residential Solar Tinting

Which Type of Window Film is Best for Your Home?

Friday, September 14th, 2018

There is nothing like having beautiful home windows, but too much sunlight can cause your living space to be uncomfortable. Window film is a great solution!

If you are looking for a cost-effective way to improve the quality of your living space, window film is a great way to do so. It can do anything from reduce your energy bills to increase the lifespan of your furniture and electronic devices. Here are a few different types of window film to help narrow down which is best for your home.  (more…)

Posted in Maryland Window Tinting

The Different Types of Window Tint Film

Thursday, August 30th, 2018

Window tint film is a great, cost-effective way to improve the quality of your home’s interior.

Window tinting is a cost-effective, convenient way to improve the quality of any home’s interior. It helps to increase the amount of privacy you have while also reducing glare and protecting you and your furniture from the sun’s UV rays. It keeps the heat out in the summer and helps keep it inside during the winter to save you some money on those energy bills. If you have decided to invest in window tint film, here are some of the common types to make your decision easier.  (more…)

Posted in Residential Solar Tinting

How to Choose the Best Window Tint for Your Home

Friday, July 27th, 2018

Not all window tints are made equal, so make sure you do your research and decide which window tint best suits your needs!

Tinting your home windows may seem as simple as just choosing how dark or light you want the tints to be. However, there are a lot of factors to consider when choosing a window tint for your home. Depending on what you are buying window tints for will affect which type of window tint you decide to purchase. Here are a few types of window tints to help you decide which is best for your home. (more…)

Posted in Residential Solar Tinting

Maintenance Tips for Your Window Film

Friday, July 20th, 2018

You want your window film to last for as long as possible, so follow these simple maintenance tips to make the most of your window film!

Investing in window film for your home is a great way to give it a nice look and save some money in the long run. Once you have the window film installed, caring for it isn’t the same as caring for regular windows. Here are some maintenance tips for your window film to give it the longest lifespan possible. (more…)

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