Window Film Boston

         October 2008: Window Film Depot was awarded the contract to install 3M’s Low-E 35% Amber window film on 80,000+ sq ft of windows on the new multi-million dollar Merck Boston Research Center (see before and after below). Covering over 1,900 panes of high-performance, clear, double-paned glass, the 3M solar film was installed over a 32 day period with a Team of Window Film Depot installers, led by Chris Sullivan, SVP, Window Film Depot, Inc.

           3M’s Low-E, or “Low-Emissivity”, window film is designed as an “all season” window film - it saves you money all year long. The patented ‘thin-film’ coating from 3M is installed on the interior surface of the window glass and blocks out 57% of the sun’s heat. The film also acts as an insulator, helping to control heat loss by reflecting back ambient heat during the winter time (up to 23% on double pane glass). Backed by a strong commercial warranty from 3M, the film also helps to reduce glare and blocks out 99% of the UV light, protecting occupants and property from the sun’s harmful rays.

        Going Green? An independent ROI study completed by Merck engineers forecast the payback of the film installation  at under 3 years based on energy savings alone. Facilities engineers around the world recognize window film as a proven solution for controlling heat gain / loss  through the building envelope. Window Film Depot is the world’s largest installing dealer of solar control films and a 3M “National Dealer of the Year”.

       Installation matters:  Window Film Depot completed the difficult project on time and on budget.  According to Sullivan, “We erected 11 tiers of scaffolding built in the interior atrium of the building. We repelled down from the interior skylights to access a number of  ‘hard to reach’ panes of glass. We worked 32 days straight to complete the install within the 40 day window the client demanded. When we were done, the Merck PM shared with me that they couldn’t believe we met the schedule and performed at such a high level under challenging circumstances. And they are equally impressed with the solar performance of the Low-E film from 3M.“

WFD. When you want it done right the first time - no matter your building type, size or location.  Call WFD @ 866-933-3456 or e-mail Jeff@windowfilmdepot.com for to initiate a free on-site assesment.

Commercial Window Film Solutions - Atlanta

So, Mr Building Engineer, you’ve installed the timers on the lights, replaced the air filters, upgraded the HVAC system and changed out the light-bulbs….What now - your energy costs are still out of control? How about a money saving ‘face-lift’ from Window Film Depot with high performance solar window films?

Conservation of energy is the ‘other side of the coin’ in today’s debate around energy independence. For all the talk about solar, hydro, bio, and other ‘clean-tech’ solutions in the pipeline, one thing needs to be remembered. If we don’t conserve, we won’t win the battle, or the war. Solar control window film is a proven solution for engineers, facility managers and building owners who work hard to drive building operating costs down through lower energy usage.

Building owners know that managing energy costs downward is critical to a profitable operation - and press thier engineers for solutions that imapct the bottom line. Mr Building Owner, do us both a favor, on the next hot and sunny day, stand in front of one of your west facing windows and count to 20. Then, as you wipe the sweat from your brow, consider the benefits of solar control window films for a minute….and call the head engineer in for a meeting.

First, look at the performance. Solar films will block up to 75% of the heat gain streaming through windows. Low-E, (low emissivity), films provide dual purpose solutions by not only rejecting heat coming in, but also keep warm air in, acting as an insulator.

Second, solar film is easy to have installed. Solar films are installed on existing glass as a retro-fit in the matter of days, if not weeks for larger projects. Crews work off hours and on weekends to ensure a smooth and non-disruptive project.

Third, window film is a great investment that addresses multiple issues. Installed properly, solar window film will last form 20-30 years before needing replacement. For most buildings, the payback in energy savings alone is between 2 and 4 years. Ancillary benefits like improved tenant comfort, UV protection, glare control, added privacy and security make window film a ‘green solution’ with multiple value propositions.

Make sense? The next steps are easy. Window Film Depot provides national sales and installation services of solar, security and designer window films. Call Window Film Depot today for our free assessment of your portfolio of properties. 866-933-3456 or e-mail me @ Jeff@windowfilmdepot.com to get the ball rolling. It’s only getting hotter, and energy prices are rising.

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3M Window Films ; Atlanta-Boston-Los Angeles-NewYork

          3M Window Films were recently qualified under the National Fenestration Rating Council or NFRC. Included in the NFRC ratings were 3M’s Prestige films - the worlds most advanced clear window coating technology.  

          The NRFC rating affirms 3M’s window films meet rigid quality and performance factors when installed on existing doors and windows on homes and buildings. For more information on the NFRC, go here.

          3M Window films are installed on the interior surface of your existing windows. Designed to protect against sun damage, excessive heat gain and sun glare, 3M’s films are available in a range of colors, tints and styles.  

         3M window films also block out 99.9% of the sun’s damaging UV radiation, help control fabric fading and are recommended by dermatologists for skin protection. Read the rest of this entry »

Window Film and Energy Conservation, San Diego California

           Window Film Depot attended the International Solar Power show in San Diego this month where ‘green’ technology providers and cutting edge ‘CleanTech’ companies were gathered to present renewable energy (RE) and energy conservation solutions for both home and business.

            Designed to help lower American dependence on carbon based fossil fuels, solar power is coming of age. The excitement at the show was matched only by the level of expertise and passion that’s been driving this industry for over 30 years. Renewable energy firms from across the globe were eager to discuss business opportunities and partnerships with established distribution companies already working in the US market in related fields.  In short, these are smart and dedicated folks working on some pretty cool stuff - and opportunity to Partner abounds. …… So, what else did we learn? Read the rest of this entry »

The windows in your house let in light and air, but they can also let in ultraviolet rays and unwanted intruders. One good way to protect your home from the latter without compromising on the former is by installing window film.Window film is a protective coating made of polyester and metal alloys held together with adhesive to make a film. Less expensive than double- or triple-pane windows and easy to install, window film increases the durability of your windows and makes them more shatter-resistant, so they can stand up to break-in attempts, gale-force winds—even explosions! Not only that, but window film blocks out almost 100% of harmful ultraviolet rays, protecting both you and your furniture from long-term sun damage. It also reduces solar gain in the summer and insulates in the winter, which can significantly lower your cooling and heating bills. Window film is available in various strengths and shade’s, so assess your home needs and decide which kind of film works for you. Read the rest of this entry »

Window film generally combines some form of plastic with an adhesive to create a covering for windows. It is available for commercial or residential use, and there are also options made especially for automotive use. Window Film Depot offers not only different looks and styles, but also different functions with the most common to limit sunlight. Other styles offer a reflective coating, which helps to protect against UV rays, prevent fading of interior furnishings, and keep cooling costs down by limiting heat. When you choose a film by Window Film Depot, you are choosing a stylish alternative to common window treatments adding elegant style that will not only improve the look of your windows, but help retain your privacy. Read the rest of this entry »

A concern in school & college campus buildings across America was the glare on white boards from bright light entering the windows. Solar film is the solution - Solar film has a visible light transmittance rating of 42.8 percent, which doesn’t darken the space but instead will reduce the glare enough that students can view the white board more easily. Solar film & security film also is optimum for windows in museums & art districts because the film’s 99 percent ultraviolet rejection rating helps protect artwork on display in the museums.

Energy experts say there are two kinds of glare problems in buildings. One is called “disability glare,” and this is what happens when a light source reflects and essentially obscures the thing you’re looking at, reducing its contrast and making it very difficult to look at. For example, you might be sitting under a skylight on a bright sunny day, or under a bright ceiling light, and that light is reflected from the book you’re reading into your eyes. The light disables your ability to read since the low contrast makes it difficult to see the black ink on the bright white page. Read the rest of this entry »

Are you ready for winters heating bills? Natural gas prices are already running 70% higher for 2008 than last year & crude oil prices over $100 a barrel..if this winter’s weather is severe, prices will climb further.

The government’s energy outlook for this winter offers little relief to homes & small business owners hoping for lower energy bills. Business & home owners need to consider energy-saving steps to lower their bills.

Windows are one of the great energy-wasters of any house. About 25% of the total heat loss is from traditional double glazed sealed windows. New technology, however, has resulted in more efficient energy saving windows that can significantly cut down on heat loss.

Heat loss is not the only concern with windows - they can also let in heat during summer weather, thus increasing the cost of running an air conditioner.

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Modern windows use special materials to treat the window glass. Low emission coatings are applied to the inside surface which reduce heat loss through the glass. The windows are constructed of two layers of glass with an inert gas in between them. This gas - usually argon - reduces heat loss even more. Read the rest of this entry »

Severe Storm Protection: Mississippi Security Window Film

               Recently - and for the third year in a row - Window Film Depot was asked to return to Pascagoula, Mississippi to help protect people and property from the devastating effects of severe weather and windstorm by installing 3M Ultra 600  security window film on windows left vulnerable to the elements on the community’s main hospital and urgent care buildings. Read the rest of this entry »

Atlanta Window Film

                Window Film Depot was recently contracted by a major US retailer to install 3M solar control window film on it’s five story Eastern European headquarters building in Cluj, Romania. Over the course of 30 days in July, Window Film Depot scoped the project, provided installed samples of window film and presented a compelling energy analysis and payback study for the client. Upon contract approval, WFD flew it’s window film “SWAT Team” into Bucharest and installed over 21 K square feet of 3M high performance silver Affinity 15 window film - in 6 days. Read the rest of this entry »

Go Green

             Escalating energy costs, green architecture, climate change and severe weather patterns – combined with the looming threat of terrorism create “perfect storm” conditions for high-performance solar and security films. Window Film Depot - 3M’s only national installing dealer of solar and security window films, is poised to help - no matter your location.

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Laguna Beach, Ca. Window Film

                       As a Partner in Southern California’s prestigious DOMA Properties, Steve Titus knows homes with million dollar views and the demanding clients who live and play there. DOMA Properties services the highest of the high end real estate clientele. Movie execs from Hollywood, real estate tycoons from Orange County and star-studded professional athletes make up the ‘who’s who’ list on DOMA’s referral lists.

                      When these clients want something done and done right, they call on guys like Steve to make it happen. When panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean need to be preserved but the sun’s damaging UV rays and intense glare make ‘cool views’ problematic, Steve calls on Chris Sullivan, Market Manager Window Film Depot, Los Angeles and Orange County for a custom sun control solution. Read the rest of this entry »

Window Film San Fransisco:  As far as the window film business is concerned, this was a customer emergency. “We’ll pay the rush fee…” If I hadn’t picked up the phone myself and heard the urgency in the voice of the head of corporate facilities management at Betsy Johnson, I wouldn’t have believed it.  As the exclusive provider for their window film services worlwide, Window Film Depot was expected to solve the fade control problem - and fast. Read the rest of this entry »

Green Goes Forward: LEED 2009

               Recent improvements to the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) building campaign and rating system will make this progressive program much more feasible for nonpractitioners to get on board….

Solar Goes Backwards: Tax credits set to expire December 31st 2008

               With all the talk coming from Washington and the bumper sticker mentality of many when it comes to clean energy, you’d think that the solar power industry would be a priority that Congress would support proactively. Correct?

              A good reason to e-mail your Congressman. “Put up, or shut up”.

             At the end of the day, it will be entrepreneurs, investment bankers, and innovative small business owners who take are willing to take on substantial risk to solve big problems like energy independence. Read the rest of this entry »

Window Film Atlanta: Recently, Window Film Depot has experienced a spike in interest from commercial building owners, REIT’s (Real Estate Investment Trusts) , property managers and facility engineers in search of help in reducing energy costs through the application of window film to their building’s existing windows. With window film offices in Boston, Atlanta, Los Angeles and other large US cities, Window Film Depot is well positioned and ready to assist. Read the rest of this entry »

Cape Cod Window Film: There’s a funny thing about family business….For instance, you always need to make sure you’re paying close attention when a ‘close somebody’ unveils a window film marketing plan that includes a heavy focus on spending serious time on The Cape during the summer months….. Read the rest of this entry »

Buckhead, Ga. Window Film Window Film Depot was recently contracted by Marietta Draperies and Post Properties to help control the intense sun glare and heat streaming through their new multimillion dollar clubhouse at the trendy Post Chastain Complex on Roswell Road in Buckhead. Our directive: Control the sun + maintain the views. Once on site, it was “HD” clear why they called….. Read the rest of this entry »

3M Window Film Manhattan, NY and 3M Window Film Beverly Hills, CA

What do these two people, clearly on opposite ends of the moral continuum (no judgments, just observations), have in common?  They both chose Window Film Depot to provide solar control and privacy window film solutions. Both are highly visible people, and both are relentlessly pursued by the media.  And that’s about where the similarities end.    Read the rest of this entry »

San Clemente, Window Film:  This is the first thing the owner of Fairy Tales said to us when she called Window Film Depot for a solution to her fading problem at her high end OC boutique. 

“Fix it guys - today!”, she demanded (nicely!)….. Window Film Depot got to work and helped save the day - and considerable money from premature inventory turnover. Read the rest of this entry »

Thank you, Sgt. Merlin….

It’s not if, but when…. 

               Security window films installed for windstorm /  hurricane protection are a smart investment for homes and businesses in severe weather prone areas. Applied to existing windows to hold glass in place once broken or shattered, these optically clear films (and  “attachment systems”) provide an added layer of 24-7 invisible protection for any building. Yet, like most security measures, they are not a “silver bullet” Read the rest of this entry »

Window Film Manhattan: Jonathan Rose Companies is a LEED certified “green” architectural and development firm, designing leading-edge energy efficient middle-income housing for the New York City Housing Authority. But now, there was a serious sun problem causing real concern… Read the rest of this entry »

Window Film San Francisco: Lululemon Athletica is a high-end yoga clothing store based out of Canada.  This unique, international company is devoted to the promotion of well being and community service and is expanding into progressive cities around the globe.  When management realized that much of their storefront merchandise was fading prematurely due to the sun’s damaging UV rays, they called on Window Film Depot to help protect their valuable displays. “We researched a number of firms and looked at a variety of product solutions. In the end, the guys from Window Film Depot had the smarts, capabilities and professional, national installation services we need. It’s nice making a single call to (Chris) to get all of our stores addressed when the need arises - regardless of location.” Read the rest of this entry »

Prestige Window Films from 3M were recently ‘field tested’ by the Editors at Buildings.com , a respected online industry resource for building owners and facility managers.  This patented, nano-technology 3M  film was rated highly for effectiveness and aesthetics while receiving the highest ranking possible  - 5 Stars - for energy savings.   Read the rest of this entry »

3M Security film is applied directly to the interior surface of existing windows in order to mitigate the dangers caused by shattered glass. Available in clear and ‘tinted’ versions, these security films protect by holding broken glass together within the window frame (think about a broken windshield on a car)   Read the rest of this entry »