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10 Ways to Lower Energy Costs at Home

10 Ways to Lower Energy Costs at Home

Did you know the average American household spends almost 30 percent of their annual energy consumption on heating their home? That is closely followed by another 17 percent on cooling energy and about 14 percent towards their hot water tank usage. Most Americans pay...

Year Round Cleaning And Care For Window Tint

Year Round Cleaning And Care For Window Tint

Most window film doesn't require much maintenance. When you do have to clean them, the job doesn't take a lot of work. But it's not the same as cleaning normal windows. Abrasive cleaners that are ammonia-based can damage and scratch your tinting. Keep reading to learn...

Top 5 Reasons To Avoid DIY Home Window Film

Top 5 Reasons To Avoid DIY Home Window Film

Are you thinking about taking your home’s window film application into your own hands? Window film offers homeowners an excellent means of insulating their houses. Home window film can maximize a home’s energy efficiency and give urban homes some much-needed privacy....

Can Blackout Windows Help You Sleep Better?

Can Blackout Windows Help You Sleep Better?

Lack of sleep has been labeled a national epidemic in North America. While the average recommended sleep each night is 9 hours, Americans are getting 7 on average. It may not seem like much of a difference, but it’s impacting our general health. From our cognitive...

Caring For Your Window Film To Extend Its Life

Caring For Your Window Film To Extend Its Life

Did you know that properly caring for your window film can extend its lifespan and save you money? To keep your tinted windows functioning and looking good, you need to know the proper techniques to care for them. After installation is over, there’s a lot you can do...

6 Reasons Why You Should Install Reflective Window Film

6 Reasons Why You Should Install Reflective Window Film

Window film is becoming a popular alternative to replacing older windows. It is significantly more affordable than full window replacement, which can cost thousands of dollars. In fact, well-sealed dual pane windows with professional reflective window film will...

The Amazing Benefits Of Security Window Film

The Amazing Benefits Of Security Window Film

You can never be too careful when securing your home or business. The world will always be full of evil folks who want to take what you have from you. You might be a shop owner concerned about smash-and-grab theft from your display windows. Or you may be a homeowner...

Winter Window Tinting: Everything You Need To Know

Winter Window Tinting: Everything You Need To Know

While San Fransisco has some of the better weather in the country, our temperatures still dip often down below 50 degrees Fahrenheit during the winter months. And with a cold snap, we all know they can go lower than that. Couple this with...

How To Choose The Best Home Window Tinting

How To Choose The Best Home Window Tinting

Last year the real estate market saw existing home sales at the highest volume in a decade. Homeowners are increasingly looking for ways to add value to their investment as a result. Some want to find ways to add to the comfort and enjoyment of their home. They may...

10 Ways Frosted Window Film Adds Privacy

10 Ways Frosted Window Film Adds Privacy

Are you respecting yourself in your own home? Here’s how frosted window film helps you achieve comfort, productivity, and the lifestyle you deserve. There is more to your windows than you think. If you haven’t considered how window visibility and style affects your...