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Advanced Film Solutions, Window Film USA Comparison Shopping

Many of you are reading our Blog for the first time. 
 
(I know that because GOOGLE Analytics tells me so.)

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If you are considering a window tinting or window film solution; you are exactly where you should be!

 

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We design and execute the installation of outstanding window film solutions  throughout Florida via  Advanced Film Solutions and across the entire USA with Window Film USA.

We are unique.
 

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WE OFFER ALL OF THE LEADING WINDOW FILM BRANDS ..
OTHER THAN 3M


Now, selling window film solutions against 3M or their Home Depot 3M agents isn’t the unique part (there are thousands of window film dealers that offer competitive brands, and candidly a huge growing percentage of 3M Window Film dealers offer alternative brands as well.  

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We are unique because we spent a good deal of time with 3M (33 years!) and we know what there is to know about 3M Window Film.

After all I was once upon a time the National Sales Manager of 3M Window Film.  A salient point that is chock full of irony. Unlike many of our competitors we clearly and objectively identify the brands of film we propose, and perhaps more importantly, we understand and explain the nuances between  these superior solutions to the novice consumer.

 VISTA Film

LLumar

Armorcoat

 

Solar Gard

Madico

Huper Optik

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Hanita

 

SunTek

We don’t just theoretically understand how these films perform or compare to each other; we know based on real world every day field installations and direct consumer feedback.

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We know which films are NFRC rated and quantified.

If you have received a quote from a window film installation company and you are concerned about some aspect of their proposal. . .

Call me at 877-575-3456

We might affirm your choice and validate the performance you should anticipate.

On the other hand. . .

Why Not Call Us Today. .

Talk to an expert.


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Advanced Film Solutions Vs. 3M Window Film Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota

Fall season in the Tampa or Orlando area is simply the most fun Advanced Film Solutions can have.

You see; we have the unique opportunity to take on our local 3M Window Film competition head to head, mano a mano. . .

That’s the direct challenge we founded this company upon.

Every aspect of Advanced Film Solutions , the superior films we offer, the unmatched warranties and optical clarity, the superior level of tests our films have passed and our installation capabilities are all critically designed winning advantages. 

It certainly doesn’t hurt our cause that we know more about their films than the folks who represent them in these markets.

Let’s review the balance sheet.
 

Consumers have heard of 3M.  They have been around more than 100 years. They make lots of innovative products and they have earned their place in the consumer’s mind share.

If their window film was an industry leading product. 

If their films were superior in performance, durability or unique in some fashion that had applicability in your home, they would be a worthy adversary.

They are not.


Our hurdle is to demonstrate to our clients that  our VISTA and Huper Optik films are
factually superior.

 

That these facts are documented with NFRC ratings and independent testing.

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That our choices are deeper and wider and that our estimates are exact and based on realistic cost parameters. 

That we are offering fact over perception, reality over overpriced hype.

 
Here’s a short list of our advantages :
 


  • Our Vista films offer dual reflective films in more light transmissions including 14, 18, 28, 38 and 40%
  • Our LLumar dual reflective films in a 7, 15, 25, 35, 45
  • Our ceramic film is patented. It’s a dual layer while theirs is a re-boxed single layer.
    Their ceramic is only available in a maximum 5 ft width and has a greater exterior and interior reflectivity with less heat rejection.
  • Our Vista security films have passed the ASTM medium large missile test and small missile on residential applications.  Their tear resistant films (with the exception of a 6 ML clear films) can not pass these independent levels of performance.
  • Our Vista residential warranty is transferable-theirs is not.
  • Optical clarity? See for yourself but we’d be happy to do a side by side mock-up.1457705_667075529992588_888455922_n
  • Our films can be cleaned with Windex. That canard by our local competition hasn’t been true since the 1970’s and for God sakes I would know since I was at 3M in the 1970’s.  There is absolutely no advantage in the 3M hard coat versus our films. NONE. In fact we would love to show you the hard coat on their prestige films. .really.
  • All films work better at an angle . Not just theirs, and no- -they did not invent a unique test to prove the obvious.  On that note, their prestige film does not block 97% of the entire infrared spectrum. Read their small print.

So our challenge when we meet with our prospective clients, is to determine their needs and identify exactly why Advanced Film Solutions has the better value for our clients.

Call it busting myths!
 


The result:

We win.
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Call Advanced Film Solutions
Toll Free 877-575-3456

Go ahead; call them first.

Then call us!

 

Compare 3M Home Security Window Film Sarasota, Bradenton, Port Charlotte

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Home safety and security combined with energy savings makes solar security window films a superior home improvement investment.

Advanced Film Solutions is the region’s largest volume residential and commercial window film installation company.

Our expert window film specialists have been awarded the Super Service Award from Angie’s List for the last 8 consecutive years but what really differentiates our family owned business from the competition is the broad portfolio of security film choices we offer home and business owners.

We  compete directly against 3M and their window genie, window depot and home depot agents throughout the area.

This is a significant advantage for our team due to the limited product offering and unusually high mark-ups.

Advanced Film Solutions represents:

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Eastman Chemical and their Vista, LLumar, SunTek and Huper Optik solar security films.

Saint-Gobain Armorcoat and Solar Gard

Madico and Sunscape Select.

The Israeli made Hanita Films

Johnson Window Film

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Our minimum thickness is 8 ML which is the preferred thickness for a dynamic solution that meets Federal Gov requirements like the GSA and Dept. of Defense blast criteria.

These films also meet small and medium missile and cycling testing ASTM 1886, ASTM 1996
ANSI standards for safety glazing and Factory Mutual (Madico, LLumar)

Unlike the limited 3M choices our glazing films are available in the following light transmissions:

Neutral 20, Silver 20, Clear, Neutral 35, Neutral 40, 50, dual reflective 28, 38, 35, 46

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Ceramic 40, 50
Ceramic 70

Do your homework and get a 3M or Home Depot estimate and than call Advanced Film Solutions toll free at 877-575-3456

Locally : 941-822-8841

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Compare Huper Optik Vs. 3M Prestige Window Film Tampa Bay, Orlando & Sarasota

 Advanced Film Solutions is Tampa and Orlando’s preferred Huper Optik and Vista solar and solar security film installation company.

We have completed more than 18,000 installations since 2007 and nothing makes us happier than winning in a direct side-by-side comparison to 3M Prestige Film.

Let’s just say that when a prospective client does their research and gathers facts over baloney; we win the day.

Today’s installation is a case in point.


Our client wanted a superior heat rejecting film that would meet a very strict deed requirement forbidding the use of reflective films.

Many homeowners face this deed restriction in gated communities throughout the state of Florida.

Performance was also a requirement. No cheap dyed films would do for this discerning client.

The direct comparison came down to 3M Prestige Film versus our Huper Optik Ceramic Films.

 
 
 
  • Our Huper Optik Ceramic Films are available in darker light transmissions 

  • Huper Optik has a durable scratch coating and easily observed superior optical clarity. Side by side comparisons will always win the day for Huper Optik!
  • Huper Optik is dye free.
  • Huper Optik presents a natural light rather than a blue light shift easily seen in the 3M prestige films.
  • Huper Optik is less reflective than glass and easily meets all deed restrictions.
  • We dealt with NFRC factual heat rejecting specifications.

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  • We explained the 3M bogus BTU charade and foolish on angle performance nonsense!

  • We were probably at a better price but frankly we never asked!

Call Advanced Film Solutions today for a free estimate.

The better choice and easily the smarter choice!

Toll Free: 877-575-3456

 

Orlando Home Show Window Tinting Specials Extended

Our sales team set new records for generating leads at this weekend’s Orlando Home Show.

There were thousands in attendance and window film is a frequently overlooked home improvement that really pays dividends.

Most homeowners seem somewhat confused by new window agents who charge incredible amounts to replace home windows.

Our window film extends the energy efficiency of glass to incredible levels.

Coatings that stop up to 85% of the heat from entering your current windows.

Low E films that transform single pane glass into dual pane performance.

This isn’t some trick or gimmick.

All of our window films are NFRC rated.

This takes guesswork out of the buying decision. You won’t find our consultants tricking you with hot french fry lamps and false promises about working better at angles!

Advanced Film Solutions  meets rebate requirements and offers a lifetime warranty.

World leading choices by Eastman Chemicals like Huper Optik, LLumar and Vista.

This is a perfect time to upgrade the energy efficiency of your EXISTING WINDOWS.

While there are dozens of window companies in every aisle trying to get you to replace your windows at a high cost Advanced Film Solutions has a better, far more economically prudent alternative:

 


Our Interior Designer recommended films eliminate virtually all of the UV rays that can fade and damage your valuable interior furnishings. Wood floors, paintings, carpets and furniture are protected.

These films offer all year energy cost savings by blocking heat in the summer and keeping heat in during our brief winters! 

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Huper Optik and Vista solar control films deliver superior optical clarity while blocking glare and heat.

Our thicker versions provide glass re-enforcement protecting your home against burglary.

Advanced Film Solutions
is committed to being the Orlando regions best window film installation company.

Dare to compare our unique portfolio against our 3M-Home Depot competition!

You’ll be amazed at our superior performance and your bottom line will make you that much happier!


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