Inside or Outside Application? I'm interested in this film but I'm wondering if it is applied inside or outside of a window?
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I have an east facing window in my sons room that wakes him up at first light. Would this block enough light?
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it is to be used on the outside of the windows. there is no reason to use on the inside.
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I have not tried first hand, but a very knowledgeable contractor friend has warned me that tint applied to the inside of double paned glass can draw heat inside. Light hits the film, heats up, then the heat is trapped by the outside pane. Again, I have not tried it myself and the type of tint may matter, but his explanation makes sense to me
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You can see it fairly well without the screen. You do get a double image since the windshield is actually two layers of glass. At times this can be a little distracting. I used mine that way for quite a while , then used the film. I like the film better.
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Its for the outside. It is meant for the windshield but I put it on my back window.
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I would think it would be fine on Plexiglass. Check the manufacturer'so web site to be sure. But I don't think it would be good on the outside of the window, because it uses water to adhere to the glass. I would be concerned that rainwater would cause it to peel off if it were applied outside. Why not apply it from the inside? I think you will still get a nice effect.
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From Gila's instructions for residential window film: "GILA residential window film should only be applied as directed:* Apply to the INSIDE surface of standard 1/8" single anddual panes. This includes single, dual, removable storm panes,all window shapes such as patio and French doors, andhalf-rounds.* Apply to the INSIDE surface of exterior removablestorm panes. " Nonetheless, I'll put it on the outside of a skylight and see how it holds up.
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Depending on your camera, it's inside. Be careful as this will hurt your ability to use infrared.
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It's a liquid that is best applied with a rag. Once it dries, use another clean rag to wipe the film off. I found it's best to do at least two applications.
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It goes on the outside. I'd love to find a removable film decal for the inside.
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Security film almost always goes on the inside. You get better support for broken glass that way, and you don't have to worry about the weather degrading it.
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It has to go on the outside of the window. It is a "rub on" sticker. So you position it and then rub and peel. The sticky side would necessitate that you put it on the outside of the window. It was a little bigger than I expected but it is a great design and holding up well.
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I would make a paper template to trace onto the film backing. Just put the piece of paper in the window and trace the outline and cut it put to trace on the film. It is easy to adjust by removing and resticking once you have your shape cut and are trying to place.
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Hi Jane, This is a lovely window film. I've had mine for over a year. And it's still in perfect condition. You asked about wetness. I've had no experience with subjecting this window film to water. You mentioned bubbles. When applying this film, you have to be ABSOLUTELY SURE that it is FLAT up against the window - and THAT is really hard to do. But if you can have someone help you, it would greatly insure a flat fit against the window. If you do all that, I'm fairly certain that the window film will pan out very nicely. It's definitely worth the effort. Annette
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It is for the outside of the windows, not inside use. Unless your tint is on the outside...................
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I have mine Inside with my window hold it in place. So it all depends on how your windows are built, not all windows are the same.
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I used this same film on a window in a duplex I rented and just peeled it off before I left. I then cleaned the window with a standard window cleaner. I had only had the film on for 1 year. Gila offers some alternate ideas http://www.gilafilms.com/en/Film-FAQ.aspx.