Category Archives: Commercial Window Film

Tampa Bay, Orlando, Sarasota Designer Decorative Privacy Window Film

Advanced Film Solutions is in the business of solving problems that our clients have with GLASS.

Elevate Your View: The Best of Decorative Window Film in 2026

In the sunshine-drenched corridors of Tampa Bay, Orlando, and Sarasota, the way we design our spaces has undergone a quiet revolution. As we move through 2026, the “open concept” trend in both homes and offices is being refined. We still want the light, but we’ve realized we need a bit more soul—and a lot more privacy.

Many offices have glass partitions and glass enclosed conference rooms.  The good news about these rooms is the amount of light they allow into the meeting.

The bad news is the loss of privacy and interruptions and distractions our clients had because of the clear glass.

At Advanced Film Solutions, we’ve seen decorative window film transition from a simple “frosted glass” fix to a primary architectural design tool. Whether you are looking to modernize a corporate office in downtown Orlando or add a touch of elegance to a Sarasota beachfront home, here is why decorative film is the must-have upgrade this year.

 


We use the finest designer films and graphics available. 

The “Open Office” 2.0: Balancing Privacy and Collaboration

The 2026 workplace is all about “neighborhoods”—designated zones for deep focus and collaborative energy.

  • Privacy without Isolation: Frosted patterns and gradients allow employees to feel connected to the office buzz while obscuring sensitive data on screens.

  • Acoustic and Visual Comfort: Decorative films help reduce “visual noise,” allowing teams to concentrate without the distraction of constant peripheral movement.

  • Smart Branding: Using Oracal or 3M Fasara, we can integrate your company’s logo or mission statement directly into the glass partitions, turning functional walls into brand milestones.

2. Residential Sophistication: Beyond Curtains

Homeowners in the Tampa Bay area are moving away from heavy dust-collecting blinds and toward the sleek, airy look of textured glass.

  • Bathroom Bliss: Get the spa-like feel of etched glass at a fraction of the cost. Solyx films offer textures like “Reeded” or “Rain Glass” that provide 100% privacy while flooding the room with natural light.

  • Entryway Elegance: Sidelights and front door glass are beautiful but leave you feeling exposed. A decorative pattern adds curb appeal and security by obscuring the view of your home’s interior.

  • Kitchen & Cabinetry: 2026 is the year of the “organized-ish” kitchen. Decorative film on glass cabinet doors hides the clutter of mismatched mugs while keeping the kitchen feeling open and bright.

3. Sustainability Meets Style

In 2026, every home improvement project is viewed through the lens of sustainability. Decorative window film is a “green” alternative to glass replacement.

  • Zero Waste Upgrades: Instead of removing and disposing of perfectly good glass, we “upcycle” it with high-end films like LLumar.

  • Energy Efficiency: Many of our decorative options now come with integrated solar properties, reflecting heat and blocking 99% of UV rays to protect your floors and furniture from the Florida sun.

Our creative people design the perfect application and our precision installations have changed the way our clients hold meetings!

We understand a thing or two about branding,

Your company’s identity and differentiation begins quite literally when your clients enter your offices or facility.

Why Choose Advanced Film Solutions?

As Florida’s go-to experts, we don’t just “stick on a tint.” We provide an architectural consultation to ensure the film you choose complements your specific lighting and decor. We carry the most comprehensive inventory in the state, featuring:

  • 3M Fasara: For world-class glass finishes.

  • Solyx & Oracal: For limitless creative patterns and colors.

  • LLumar: For the perfect blend of durability and performance.

Benefit Traditional Glass Replacement Decorative Window Film
Cost High ($$$$) Economical ($)
Install Time Days/Weeks Hours
Versatility Permanent Removable/Updateable
UV Protection Optional/Extra Standard

Ready to transform your glass?

Whether you’re in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Hernando, Sarasota or Orange County, our expert installers are ready to help you find the perfect look.

Call Advanced Film Solutions

Toll Free at 877-575-3456

We’ll cut your glare and improve your electric costs downward and we can easily solve your conference room privacy issues.

 

Groundhog Day 2026, Tampa Bay, Sarasota, Orlando Advanced Film Solutions

Well our favorite rodent confirms that there will be six more weeks of winter!

That solid piece of information means great news for window film potential clients.

After all our Florida weather is typically oppressively hot.

Why we might just hit 80 degrees today!

How do Florida homeowners keep out the heat, glare and constant UV damage?

Advanced Film Solutions makes Florida homes cooler with an application of transparent thin solar films that factor out heat, glare and UV.

These invisible coatings make your home cooler since heat is stopped right at the glass.

Advanced Film Solutions represents 3M Window Film as well as Eastman Chemical solar films Vista, LLumar, Huper Optik and SunTek.

Choices provide consumers the very best pricing and installations with a lifetime warranty.

Thicker versions of these films can stop burglars at the glass as well.

Always free estimates by calling Advanced Film Solutions toll free at 877-575-3456

Window Tinting Solar Secure Solutions, Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater

WINNING ON THE GLASS
 

Our field of course, is “on the glass!”
 

Advanced Film Solutions installs 3M Prestige and Eastman Performance Films LLumar, Vista & Huper Optik throughout Tampa, Sarasota, Lakeland, Orlando and Clearwater.

How we win?
 
 
  • Clear distortion free adhesives are easily the choice of interior designers who demand optical clarity. That’s a huge advantage!

  • Darker reflective and non-reflective films when privacy is a key requirement. We have dozens of shades and degrees of reflectivity or non reflective choices.

  • Shatter and solar versions of 3M Prestige and Prestige Ultra. Ideal for gated communities and condo’s.
  • We offer solar bronze films in multiple shades and styles.
  • The incomparable Low E films that insulate your glass throughout the year.  
  • Shatter films that range from darker reflective LLumar Magnum Films to dual reflective Vista Films and nanoceramic Huper Optik security films. These 8 ML thick films are stronger, and offer more puncture strength. 3M Ultra film!
  • Transferable Vista warranty.

  • The incredible Huper Optik Ceramic Series. Meets all deed restrictions and is available in a range of light transmissions.
  • Nearly three times the number of NFRC certified films as compared to the limited 3M portfolio.

Advanced Film Solutions winning on the glass with superior quality, performance, warranty and choices.

Call today: 877-575-3456

Beat the Florida Heat Without Breaking the Rules: Luxury Window Solutions for Tampa Bay

Beat the Florida Heat Without Breaking the Rules: Luxury Window Solutions for Tampa Bay

Living in premier communities like Avila, Culbreath Isles, or Lakewood Ranch offers an unparalleled lifestyle. However, Tampa Bay’s tropical climate brings a persistent trio of challenges: oppressive solar heat, UV-driven interior fading, and the ever-present need for impact safety.

While many homeowners seek relief through window tinting, gated communities often present a unique hurdle—strict HOA deed restrictions. Most traditional films are highly reflective or dark, creating a “mirrored” look that many associations prohibit to maintain architectural uniformity.

Fortunately, Advanced Film Solutions provides the perfect alternative for high-end estates: 3M Prestige and Eastman Huper Optik.

The Perfect Alternative: High Performance, Zero “Mirror” Look

If you’ve been told you can’t have window film because of your HOA, it’s time for a second opinion. Unlike the shiny, silver films of the past, these advanced solutions are specifically designed to be virtually invisible while outperforming their dark predecessors.


3M Prestige Series

The 3M Prestige line uses non-metallized, multi-layer optical nanotechnology. It’s actually less reflective than the glass it’s applied to.

  • HOA Friendly: No metallic layers mean no mirror-like reflection.

  • Heat Rejection: Blocks up to 97% of the sun’s infrared light—the primary cause of heat.

  • Interior Protection: Eliminates 99.9% of UV rays, protecting your fine art, hardwood floors, and designer fabrics from fading.

2. Eastman Huper Optik Ceramic

As the pioneer of ceramic window film, Huper Optik offers a patented, dye-free, and metal-free solution that is ideal for coastal environments.

  • Coastal Durability: Because it contains no metal, it is immune to the corrosion and “edge-seal” failure often caused by Florida’s salt air.

  • Crystal Clarity: Offers a natural, high-definition view that remains clear even at night.

  • Shatter Resistance: Provides an extra layer of protection, helping to hold glass together in the event of an impact or storm.

Our Huper Optik ceramic match our clients requirements.


Why Tampa Palms and Cheval  Choose Advanced Film Solutions

When it comes to luxury homes, the installation must be as flawless as the product. Led by Mike Feldman—the former National Sales Manager of 3M Window Film—the team at Advanced Film Solutions brings decades of expertise to every project.

“Our ceramic and prestige films are designed to solve the heat problem while remaining completely compliant with even the strictest deed restrictions.”

  • Expertise: We understand the specific requirements of communities like Cheval, Lanesbrook, FishHawk Estates, Tampa Palms, and The Champions Club.

  • Precision: Our installers are factory-trained to ensure a seamless, bubble-free finish.

  • Connectivity: Because these films are non-metallic, they won’t interfere with your home’s Wi-Fi, GPS, or cellular signals.


 

Transform Your Home Today

Don’t spend another summer behind closed drapes. You can enjoy your beautiful Tampa Bay views without the heat or the risk of an HOA violation.

Ready to see the difference for yourself?

 

877-575-3456
 

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Glare & Heat Control Window Tinting Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota

Clear glass windows facing east, west or south create an untenable situation.

It’s way too hot!

Uncontrolled glare and heat make employees and customers uncomfortable.

Imagine working conditions where the glare makes it impossible to go through the day without getting eye strain.

Added to the discomfort unfiltered sunlight can fade and damage interior carpets, paintings and furniture.

Check out Llumar SelectPro as seen on Designing Spaces

That’s where Advanced Film Solutions is at our best.

Florida’s finest window film coatings are applied to the interior side of your windows and doors.

 These thin film coatings filter out nearly 100% of the UV and control the amount of light and heat that enters your offices or store.

You choose just how much light and heat is acceptable based on your aesthetic preferences for light level versus privacy.

Advanced Film Solutions team of installers can handle any project and degree of difficulty.

Higher windows or transoms as well as exterior applications for graffiti or spandrel glass applications.

Call for a free estimate toll free 877-575-3456

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