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UV Protection Window Film AUVF

Ultraviolet (UV) light is responsible for 40% of the causes of fading. Our UV protection window film reduces UV rays by 99% whilst still being completely clear and therefore unnoticeable once applied on the glass. At Purlfrost, UV window film can be purchased by the metre in a length and width of your choice, or for ease of installation cut to size.

NOTE: No window film can completely prevent fading. For best results, choose a film that also targets visible light and infra red light. As a rule, the darker the film, the more efficient it is at mitigating fading.

 

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Product Description

  • No loss of natural light
  • 100% clear with no distortion
  • Available by the metre or cut to size

Our UV protection film is by far the best on the market due to its composition. Most UV films are made using a single layer of polyester whereas ours has two layers with UV treatment on both layers, helping block out 99% of harmful UV rays.

There are six factors affecting fabric fading:

  • Ultraviolet Light is the main cause of fading

  • Visible Light

  • Infrared light

  • Humidity

  • Chemical Vapours (including ozone)

  • Age of Fabric

  • Dye Fastness

No window film can completely eliminate fading. It can, however, offer maximum protection from fading caused by solar ultraviolet light and solar heat.

Our film is widely used by heritage bodies, museums, art galleries and private buyers.

The sun’s harmful UV rays not only cause damage to your household furniture but can also be dangerous for your own health with overexposure potentially causing damage to your skin and eyes. Our UV blocking window film prevents nearly all rays from penetrating, helping keep your eyes and skin safe from the sun.


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Product Specification

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Performances UV Protection Window Film AUVF
U V Transmission Help Icon 1%
Visible light reflection Help Icon 9%
Visible light transmission Help Icon 84%
Total solar energy rejected (Heat) Help Icon 14%
Solar reflection Help Icon 9%
Solar absorption Help Icon 7%
Solar transmission Help Icon 84%
Glare reduction Help Icon 0%
"g" value(Solar heat gain coef.) Help Icon 0.85
"u" value(EN673W/m2.k0) Help Icon 5.08
Emissivity Help Icon 0.8
Scratch resistant coating Help Icon YES
Compatibility Help Icon
Clear Single Pane Help Icon YES
Tinted Single Pane Help Icon YES
Clear Double Pane (non toughened) Help Icon YES
Clear Double Pane (toughened glass) Help Icon YES
Clear Laminated single pane Help Icon YES
Clear Laminated Double Pane Help Icon YES
Tinted Double Pane (non toughened) Help Icon YES
Tinted Double Pane (toughened glass) Help Icon NO
Low-E Double Pane Help Icon YES
Polycarbonate roof Help Icon NO
Domed skylights Help Icon NO
Application
Internal Help Icon YES
External Help Icon NO
Warranty
Internal warranty(Years) Help Icon 10
External warranty(Years) Help Icon N/A
Against Peeling Help Icon YES
Against Cracking Help Icon YES
Against Demetallization Help Icon YES

How To Apply

Step by step instructions on how to apply window film & frost glass

Regardless of the type of window film or stickers you purchase, whether frosted, tinted, mirror or decorative, the principle on how to fit window film will be the same. We also have several targeted video tutorials which you will find by clicking here

Glass Preparation (the crucial task)

Glass Preparation

Make a slip solution using a few drops of washing up liquid mixed with water in a spray bottle and thoroughly clean the glass. Use a glass scraper to remove specks of paint, or any other glass covering like stickers.

Film Cutting

Film Cutting

Unless your window film is already cut to size, and if the film has a paper liner with a metric grid, measure your glass at the top and bottom, and left and right and mark and cut your window film. You can also cut the film bigger than required and trim it once applied to the glass.

Film Application

Film Application

A. Thoroughly wet the glass with the slip solution.

B. Place the window film face down an a flat surface and expose a small amount of the adhesive or cling side.

C.  Spray the adhesive or cling side liberally with the slip solution as you peel off the protective liner.

D. Slip the adhesive or cling side of the film on the glass butting one edge and the top against the window frame or rubber gasket (double glazed unit).

 

Squeegee Technique

Squeegee Technique

A. Liberally wet the face of the film with the solution to act as a lubricant fro your squeegee or felt edged tool.

B-C. Squeeze out the solution from under the film using a firm and even pressure, starting from the top and working your way down and across the film.

Film Trimming

Film Trimming

Run a credit card and a retractable knife blade down the edge of the glass to trim any excess film. The thickness of the card will allow for a small gap to help any remaining solution to be squeezed out. Once trimming is complete go over the film once more to squeeze out all the solution. 

Final Checks

1. Make sure that all the solution has been squeezed out.

2. Wipe the film and any remaining solution with paper towel.

3. Inspect the film on both sides of the glass to check for any trapped solution or air bubbles.

How To Remove Window Film

Removing window film can be a very easy process, but it all depends on how long the film has been on the glass, and the type of film that was used.

Here's a video tutorial which shows the basic principal.

Typically, films are either made using PVC or PET.

PVC is  a soft material which can be peeled off the glass with a glass scraper. Any glue residue can be removed with soapy water and a scraper.

PET is a brittle material widely used for solar and safety film, and might be made of layers of mettalised material. To remove this type of film, use a wide glass scraper and lubricate with soapy water to remove the film.

As a rule, old PET film are more difficult to remove than PVC films.

For large panes, it is best to first score the film into strips with a sharp knife. This means that you can tackle it in more manageable pieces.

 

Measuring Tips

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You will first need to measure the glass, in centimetres, using a tape measure. Only measure the glass you want to cover.

Width: measure from left to right at the top and the bottom of the glass, and take note of the largest measurements (some older wooden windows are not perfectly square).
Height: measure from top to bottom on the left and the right of the glass, and take note of the largest measurements.

Top tip

Leaving a clear gap around frosted or patterned film is a stylish and practical option, allowing you to peep out when someone is at the door for example. To create a clear outline around the film, deduct twice the width of the desired clear outline, to the width and the height of your pane. 


For example, if you want a 1cm (10mm) clear gap all the way round, deduct 2cm from the width, and the same from the height.
Fitting the film with a gap all the way round is much easier, especially on old wooden windows and doors which are not always in the best condition, and where the edge of the glass has paint encroachment.
 

Care

How To Care For Your window film After Installation

Window film is very easy to look after and you won't need any special products to clean it with. In fact, soapy water, similar to the solution you used to apply the film is the best cleaning product. 

Do's

Wait for at least 3 weeks before first cleaning your film

Use soapy water

Use a soft cloth or paper towel

Use a rubber edged squeegee (unless the film is printed or has cut outs) in good condition

Don'ts

Do not use abrasive products

Do not use Amonia based products

Do not use defective or damaged squeegees

Caring for printed films, or films with cut-outs

Extra care must be taken when cleaning printed films, or films which have been cut out and have exposed edges. Gently clean with a soft cloth only, and take particular care around the cut areas. Do not rub too hard or use a squeegee as it could damage the print or your cut film.

Caring for static cling films & stickers

Take extra care around the edges and clean your sticker or film from the centre out. Do not use a squeegee.