Frequently Asked Questions About Window Films

• 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 wonderful views.

• To add security and safety to your glass, keeping the window intact and protecting all those inside your home from flying glass.

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

Yes, all Pro-Tection's films are sold with the manufacturer's warranty included. 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.

Yes, we apply window film on Low-E glass every day. Low-E glass is primarily designed to hold your man-made heat in your home. Most Low-E glass falls well short of protecting your furnishings from the damaging rays which cause fading and contribute to overheating your home.

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

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

No, all our films reject more than 99% of the UV rays from the lightest to the darkest films. 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 the visible light to flood in your home but dramatically reduce the heat and other harmful rays.

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.