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Window Tinting Comparison Eastman Vs. 3M Window Film

Perception Vs. Reality.

Many consumers are familiar with the 3M Brand.

Small wonder because 3M makes thousands of products that consumers use every day; from Post-It Notes to Scotch Tape.

Home and business owners may be less familiar with Eastman Chemicals although they certainly know Eastman Kodak.

Eastman Chemicals separated from Eastman Kodak more than 25 years ago.

Eastman Chemicals is the world leader in window film technology, manufacturing and sales.

Advanced Film Solutions provides superior installations of Eastman window film sold under the LLumar, Vista, Huper Optik, and SunTek trademarks.

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Eastman Chemicals has a broad array of light transmissions and films of varied aesthetics.

Reflective films, dual reflective films and non reflective coatings in a wide range.

All of the residential and commercial choices have been NFRC certified for veracity in anticipated performance.

The 3M portfolio is extremely limited in terms of light transmissions and appearance.

For example our LLumar dual reflectives which out-perform the 3M Night Vision series is available in darker and lighter versions. The Vista films are also dual reflective and are also available in more choices of light filtering.

In terms of security film there is simply no comparison.

Our LLumar and Vista films are available in stronger 8 ML versions in dozens of light transmissions compared to 3M’s thinner limited security films.

Our Eastman Huper Optik series has several critical advantages over the 3M Prestige series.

Huper Optik has no dyes in the composition of the film. This ensures durability and color stability. The 3M Prestige films employ dyes and these light filtering chemicals can be scratched off of the film quite easily.

The adhesive superiority of Huper Optik’s clarity easily out performs the 3M Prestige film.

Our Huper Optik films are available in darker versions (20%-30%) where glare rejection and maximum heat rejection is crucial. Our Huper Drei is the best heat rejecting 35% film in the industry and easily out-performs the 3M Prestige 40.

Compare 3M Vs. Eastman by calling Advanced Film Solutions toll free at 877-575-3456

Glazing Protection Window Film Safer Tampa Schools

Protecting our children has become a critical requirement thanks to several unfortunate and tragic events.

Advanced Film Solutions, Tampa’s premier window film installation company as performed thousands of installations but none more important than the strengthening of windows at local schools, daycare centers and child care facilities.

Our team installs thicker 8 ML clear and solar security films manufactured by the leading manufacturers in the world.

LLumar, Vista Films by Eastman as well as Madico and Armorcoat coatings. The Israeli made Hanita films are designed to withstand maximum impact from intrusion or explosions.

We use the same expertise as demonstrated when we completed Sarasota International Airport earlier this year.

We highly recommend the optional wet glazing system that creates a system between the glass, film and frames.

This additional safety mechanism ensures the integrity of the glass being held in the frames during a forced entry.

You might also consider selections that lower energy usage and provide privacy along with the life safety benefits of the clear versions.

For a free estimate contact Advanced Film Solutions

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Orlando Utilities Get Advanced Film Solutions LLumar Protective Glazing Film

The team at Advanced Film Solutions completed protecting with our Vista glazing protection film.

The goal is to provide shatter protection and solar heat filtering with a combination solar safety window film.

This objective has been met with our LLumar SelectPro Vista Luminance Film.

Our team is uniquely qualified to perform this type of installation given the technical installation capabilities of our installation team.

The entire installation of shatter film will be anchored to the glass and frames with our wet seal attachment system.

The superior heat, glare and strength of our LLumar films met and exceeded our direct competition in all aspects and specifications.

No matter the size of your requirements Advanced Film Solutions is ready to meet the challenge.

Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota’s leading window film installation company is Advanced Film Solutions

Telephone: 877-575-3456

Protective Glazing Window Film Ship Safe, Advanced Film Solutions

Advanced Film Solutions provided protective glazing security window film for a tanker ship.

The ship was docked for resupply and their primary concern was the protection of their crew against pirates at sea.

The bridge deck windows were protected with LLumar Clear Shatter Control window film.

The application was further hardened with a wet seal attachment system that creates a system between the glass, frames and the LLumar Film.

This application will maintain the integrity of the window envelope. If Somali pirates shoot at the bridge windows the glass will remain in the frames. This is similar to the objectives of retail store asset protection and school safety requirements.

Many of our local government building have contracted with Advanced Film Solutions to protect their people and property.

The optical clarity and documented performance combined with the installation capabilities of our techs made this smooth sailing!

Our team protected a sister ship last year docked in Taiwan!

If you are looking for secure protection from flying glass and impact intrusion call Advanced Film Solutions for a free estimate.

Toll Free: 877-575-3456

ADVANCED FILM SOLUTIONS

TAMPA, SARASOTA, ORLANDO AND PORTS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD!

Advanced Film Solutions, Tampa Bay’s Window Film Leader

Advanced Film Solutions is Tampa’s leading window film installation company. We have developed a superior strategic advantage over all competitors in the region.

Leading solutions:

Our portfolio of window film solutions includes the Eastman Chemical’s suite of films including LLumar SelectPro, Vista, Huper Optik and SunTek.

We augment these solutions with Solar Gard, Madico, Avery-Dennison Hanita and 3M Fasara films.

No other company comes close.

Our installation capabilities outdistance our competition with some of the most experienced and talented techs in the country.

No matter the scope of your project we have the capacity and technical expertise that’s required.

No other company has completed more projects than Advanced Film Solutions with more than 23,000 delighted clients throughout Florida.

Take a look at our website and call 813-949-3456 for a free estimate or comparison quotation.

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Tampa Bay, Sarasota, Orlando

Make Your Tampa Home Cool With Advanced Film Solutions LLumar Select Window Tinting

Heat is the Enemy!

The long hot summer is upon us and the heat, humidity, glare and outrageous cooling costs are about to hit us like a train!

Advanced Film Solutions can drive down the heat in your home with today’s high technology affordable solar window films.

These transparent coatings are applied to your existing windows and slider. The result is a cooler, UV and glare free home.

Our Eastman SelectPro, Vista, LLumar films stop up to 85% of the heat from entering through your windows.

This cools down your allowing your AC to work more efficiently while simultaneously stopping glare and 99.9% of the damaging UV rays.

Your electric bill will be up to 30% lower in the summer (which for homeowners in Tampa, Sarasota and Orlando may be as soon as tomorrow!)

Call for a free estimate.

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Protect People & Assets With Glazing Window Film

Property managers, asset protection, and security management have the critical responsibility to ensure safety for people and assets at soft target locations.

By soft target we are referring to facilities that may be targeted by extremists for potential explosives where security personnel are not typically employed.

Glass is an ineffective barrier and flying glass shards and debris can become catastrophic during a blast event.

The Federal Government under the auspices of the GSA and Department of Defense have established blast mitigation standards since the Oklahoma City bombing in 1994.

The Glazing protection films installed by Advanced Film Solutions meets these standards and these films provide this level of documented, tested people and asset protection.

It is highly recommended that the film installation is attached to storefront frames using an approved attachment system.

Advanced Film Solutions typically utilizes Dow Corning 995 Structural Silicone which has been tested and approved by the Federal officials including the Army Corps. of Engineers.

Advanced Film Solutions is flexible in the approved window film brands that meet these standards.

Eastman Chemicals LLumar, Vista and SunTek
Madico and Madico Sunscape
Saint-Gobain’s Armorcoat
Johnson Laminating
Hanita- Avery-Dennison

There are aesthetic variations between these films but the safety level is equal as all the films represented meet the GSA standards.

Many property and asset protection managers consider solar safety security films that not only provide the life safety benefits but also provide solar heat gain reduction and privacy (reflective combination films.)

We recommend that you consider a free site survey and estimate.

These are difficult times and no one is happy about the need to consider these covert methods for protecting your personnel and assets.

Nevertheless; if you are concerned about a potential threat (think religious institution or schools) than these effective methods should be strongly considered!

Advanced Film Solutions

Toll Free: 877-575-3456

Offices Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota

Give Your Air Conditioner A Helping Hand: Tampa Gets Window Film

High summer temps will be blasting Tampa Bay homes and the AC will be on 24/7

Unfortunately many homes are still not comfortable.

Afternoon heat makes some rooms off limits.

The glare, faded furnishings and escalating electric bills all point to your AC needing a helping hand.

Advanced Film Solutions has an array of solar control films that transform your windows into energy efficient glare and heat blocking systems.

UV is filtered by 99.9% and the heat is blocked at the window.

These transparent coatings are available in a multitude of light transmissions ranging from dark to virtually invisible.

Coatings are durable and will drop your monthly electric costs by 30%.

You remember how much last years summer cooling costs were and lowering those costs this summer will provide a fast payback unmatched by any other aftermarket home improvement.

Advanced Film Solutions covers the entire Tampa area and we have offices in Sarasota and Orlando where it gets just as hot!

Free estimates at 877-575-3456

Tampa Bay Window Film Summer Benefits

Keeping heat from entering your home is a full time job.

Faded furnishings and wood floors getting lighter every year are not exactly what you had in mind when you moved into your home.

Advanced Film Solutions can solve this heat, glare and fading problem with today’s thin film coatings made by Eastman Chemicals.

These economically priced coatings stop heat at the glass.

UV is filtered by 99.9% and your home will be cooler and energy efficient for decades to come.

Compared to replacing your windows these solar films will provide a payback in less than 2 years; and your monthly electric bill be lowered by 30% a month.

You might also consider our dual purpose security and safety films that provide protection against forced entry.

These coatings are much thicker than the standard solar films and can be anchored to the slider frames so entry will be denied.

The aesthetic look of your home will be preserved with our ceramic films by Eastman’s Huper Optik series.

These German manufactured coatings filter out visible light as well as IR heat. This provides better total solar energy rejection which would typically be found in reflective films.

Why suffer through another long, hot and expensive summer?

Free estimates at 877-575-3456

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Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater Summer Ready Advanced Film Solutions

Your AC bills already indicate how high they get when summer rolls around in the Tampa Bay region.

Hot and humid with heat index above 100 nearly every day.

You’ve been staying home more than ever thanks to restrictions and you know how bright, hot and uncomfortable some rooms in your home get during these never ending hot days.

Advanced Film Solutions solves the heat with our LLumar SelectPro thin film coatings that are applied on the inside face of your existing glass windows and sliders.

These crystal clear films are warranted for a lifetime of performance. Our choices cover a wide range of light transmissions and heat level rejection.

Thicker versions keep glass in their frames when they are hit with flying debris or forced entry attempts.

Advanced Film Solutions team of expert installers will perform incredible installations following our safety protocols.

Call our office to arrange a free estimate: Toll Free 877-575-3456

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