We love the question: “How does Vista or Huper Optik compare to 3M film?”
Now Advanced Film Solutions can address that question as objectively as one can answer. Advanced Film Solutions represents 3M Prestige and 3M Prestige Ultra window film and the Eastman LLumar, Vista and Huper Optik portfolio!
In the Sunshine State, window film isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity for comfort, safety, and energy efficiency. However, at Advanced Film Solutions, we know that no two homes (and no two homeowners) are exactly alike.
While most companies limit you to a single brand, we’ve built our reputation on being unique. We proudly represent the “Big Four” of the industry: 3M, Huper Optik, Vista, and LLumar.
Here is why having access to this curated portfolio of leading technologies is the ultimate advantage for your Florida home.
No “One-Size-Fits-All” Compromises
Every manufacturer has a “specialty.” By carrying all the leaders, we don’t have to force a product to work for your home; we find the one that was built for it.
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3M: Famous for their Prestige Series, which uses hundreds of layers of nanotechnology to reject heat without changing the look of your glass.
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Huper Optik: The pioneer of Nano-Ceramic technology. These films are 100% metal-free and dye-free, making them immune to the salt-air corrosion common in Florida coastal properties.
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Vista & LLumar: Known for their incredible diversity in Dual-Reflective and Low-E films, perfect for homeowners who want maximum privacy during the day and a clear view out at night.
Solving the “HOA Headache”
Florida’s deed-restricted communities often have strict rules against “shiny” or “mirrored” windows.
Because we carry the most diverse inventory in the state, we can provide non-reflective options—like 3M Prestige or Huper Optik Ceramic—that meet the strictest HOA standards while still blocking up to 60% of total solar energy.
Precision Performance for Florida Challenges
Florida homes face a “triple threat”: Heat, UV fading, and Security risks. Having multiple brands allows us to mix and match the best technologies for your specific needs:
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Heat Rejection: We can offer films that reject up to 80% of solar heat, significantly lowering your AC’s workload.
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UV Protection: All our brands provide a “Permanent Sunscreen” (SPF 1000+), blocking 99.9% of UV rays to protect your hardwood floors and expensive furnishings.
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Security: We offer heavy-duty 8-mil (and thicker) shatter-resistant films from 3M (like the tear-resistant Ultra series) and LLumar to hold glass together during smash-and-grab attempts or storm debris impacts.
Direct Comparisons and Honest Advice
When you choose a dealer that only sells one brand, you get a sales pitch. When you choose Advanced Film Solutions, you get a consultation. We can show you the documented NFRC ratings of a 3M film side-by-side with a Vista film, allowing you to make an informed decision based on performance data, not marketing fluff.
The Advanced Advantage: We believe you deserve the best technology the world has to offer. By representing the industry’s top manufacturers, we ensure that your Florida home is cooler, safer, and more energy-efficient than ever before.
Ready to find the perfect film for your home?
Call Advanced Film Solutions today!












































