FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Window Films

  • Why Use Window Film?

    • To reduce fading to your fabrics, hardwoods, artwork, photographs, and other furnishings from damaging ultraviolet rays.
    • To reduce heat gain in the summer and retain heat in the winter while allowing you to keep your blinds and window coverings open to enjoy the visible light and beautiful views.
    • To add security and safety to your glass, keep the window intact and protect all those inside your home from flying glass.
  • Can You Clean The Window Tint?

    Yes, you can clean window film just like a normal window using store-bought cleaner, squeegees, and soft paper towels—just no razor blades or abrasives.

  • Do Your Films Come With a Warranty?

    All ProTection films are sold with the manufacturer's warranty included and warranted against bubbling, peeling, delaminating, or discoloring. Residential applications come with a lifetime warranty, and commercial applications come with a ten- or fifteen-year warranty, depending upon the film type.

  • Can Film Be Applied To Low-E Glass?

    Yes, we apply window film on Low-E glass every day. Low-E glass is primarily designed to hold artificial heat in your home. However, Most Low-E glass fails to protect your furnishings from the damaging rays that cause fading and contribute to overheating.

  • Will Solar Tints Reduce The Risk Of Skin Cancer?

    Yes, our Vista line rejects 99.9% of the UV rays and is recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation.

  • Is Window Film Safe For Dual Pane Glass?

    Yes, the films used by ProTection have been tested and are guaranteed to be dual-pane safe. Ask our representative about seal failure and glass breakage warranties offered by the window film manufacturer.

  • Do Window Films Need To Be Dark To Be Effective?

    No, all our films, from the lightest to the darkest, reject more than 99% of UV rays. Most clients in the Northwest prefer lighter films due to our dark and dreary winters. We also have the newest spectrally selective films that allow visible light to flood your home but dramatically reduce heat and other harmful rays.

  • Can I Still See Out of My Home Once Window Tint Is Applied, Day or Night?

    Yes, applying window film will most likely improve your view by reducing the glare and allowing you to see while relaxing your eyes both day and night.

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