Does Window Film Stay On?
Does Window Film Stay On?
Yes. Window film can last for up to 10 years, or longer if it’s properly installed and maintained. The films will cling to a window for years before needing to be replaced or cleaned. Simply peel back a corner and pull the entire sheet of film off in one swoop to remove.
By following the instructions carefully, you’ll be able to receive the best possible results from your window film. The material used to manufacture the film is designed to be durable and long-lasting, while still remaining soft enough to stick well to your window without causing damage.
This means that there won’t be any slipping or peeling during the application, which helps reduce discomfort and irritation during installation – especially if you have sensitive skin.
Window Film is applied right over the existing glass of your windows via an adhesive spray that is applied with a squeegee. The film is then removed from the window by simply peeling it off in one piece. The adhesive property of the film means that it will adhere strongly to most windows and glass types.
However, because static electricity can cause some metal windows to stick together even when they are not touching, you may need to use additional sponges and cardboard to ensure that all of the windows are completely flat.
When removing your film from your window, you should also consider taking up any loose material that has been left behind. You don’t want any dust or lose particles getting into your home and causing an allergic reaction for you or anyone who enters later on in the day.
How Do I Remove Rainbow Window Film?
There are a few different ways to remove Rainbow Window Film. The easiest is to use a hair dryer. Just hold the dryer about six inches from the window and turn it on. The heat will break down the film and it will come off easily.
Here are a few tips to help you remove rainbow window film:
- Fill a spray bottle halfway with warm water and liquid soap. Shake it up to combine the solution. Spray the mixture on the film until it is completely saturated. Cover the film with a plastic covering, such as a garbage bag or a painting drop sheet, to keep the moisture in.
Unroll the film and gently start peeling it away from your window. Pulling it up as you go will help to avoid tearing the film while removing it.
- In some cases, you will need to use a hairdryer to heat up your window even more so that you can remove the adhesive residue that is trapped behind the film itself. Once this residue has been removed, you can remove the remaining film by rubbing a terrycloth towel on your window to remove any remaining residue left behind by the adhesive spray on your window.
- After eight hours, remove the plastic sheet or bag. Peel the film away from the glass slowly, starting at one corner. If necessary, use a plastic scraper or credit card to pry back any stubborn areas that have stuck. Use a terry cloth towel soaked in rubbing alcohol to wipe any remaining adhesive residue off your window.
- Using a soft cloth and Windex or a citrus-based cleaner, remove any remaining adhesive.
Using the same method as recommended above, gently rub any adhesive residue off the window.
Does Shatterproof Window Film Work?
Yes. Many customers believe that security window film will prevent the glass from shattering during an impact. This is not correct. The glass will still shatter and break. The window film, on the other hand, will hold the shattered glass together, preventing glass shards from falling out of the window frame.
The film only slows down the shattering of the glass. It will not prevent it from happening but it will hold the glass in place after an impact, significantly reducing any injuries that may occur as a result of shattered glass.
The special security window film is installed on the outside of your existing window and acts as a shield or barrier that stops flying objects such as bullets or stones from smashing right through your window and harming you or anyone else inside your home.
After an impact, the film holds the broken pieces of glass together while they are still attached to your window frame, preventing them from falling out of place and injuring you. This means that you will be able to hear anyone that has hit the glass before it breaks, thus reducing the possibility of getting hit with shards of glass.
The special security tape will usually hold the glass together for up to 30 minutes, depending on the force of the impact and how fast it was going when it made contact with your window. Because rainbow window film is extremely thin, precise cuts and edges are required when applying the film.
Shatterproof window film is there to protect you, not just your home and furniture. Shards of glass will still fly out of your window if it happens to shatter during a violent impact, so you need to be able to react quickly and take cover in order to avoid being struck by flying pieces of glass.
