Solar Control Films are designed to reduce the amount of solar heat transmission through window glass by increasing the solar reflection (not necessarily visible reflection) and solar absorption through the glass.

Typical colored or dyed films work primarily through increased absorption. The color absorbs the solar energy at the glass, thus reducing the direct transmission into the room. These films are not as effective as reflective films for reducing heat. Reflective films are films that have been precision coated with metals. These metallized films are designed to increase the solar energy reflection of the glass. Newindow Reflective Films range from moderate to excellent in solar performance (heat gain reduction).

All Newindow Solar Control Films are made to be transparent and optically clear. The ultraviolet protection in the adhesive system is there to protect the adhesive, the metals, the polyester film, and the abrasion resistant coating from UV degradation. This UV protection will also help protect home and office furnishings.

• Lower heating and cooling operating costs
• Lower utility demand costs
• Utility rebates
• Improved tenant comfort
• Improved aesthetics, uniform appearance
• Improved safety and security
• Extended A/C equipment life
• Valued alternative to adding more A/C equipment

Most often, our commercial customers will purchase Newindow films for tenant comfort and justify the purchase through energy cost savings.

Newindow films are professionally applied by skilled, well-trained personnel. Almost all of our films are designed to be applied to the inside of your glass.

The first step is to prepare the window area for the application; placing drop cloths on the floor protecting and/or moving furniture where necessary.

Next, the window glass is cleaned using simple cleaning solutions (often detergent and water) and razor blade scrapers. Then the film is sprayed with a slip solution (detergent and water) for proper positioning, and applied to the window glass. Using a professional grade squeegee and following proper techniques, the application is completed by removing excess water, trimming the edges, and a final squeegee technique to dry the edges.

We suggest allowing thirty days for the film to fully dry and cure. During this curing process, it is normal to have small water bubbles and/or a hazy appearance. These will disappear as the film dries; depending upon the film type and weather conditions, drying may take 30 (or even as much as 60) days, or as little as a few days. Once dried, Newindow films will look great and perform for many years to come.

No, all Newindow window films require professional application. Our authorized Applicators are thoroughly trained and experienced in performing high quality work. In this way, our customers will enjoy the benefits of Newindow Films' products with the added comfort of the full manufacturer's warranty.

After a thirty (30) day curing period, you may clean your windows using normal household cleaning solutions and a soft, lint-free cloth or towel. You may also use a squeegee to clean the window films. Abrasive products that would scratch or damage the window film should not be used.

Newindow window film products are made to last for many years; just how long may depend upon the type of film applied, type of glass it is applied to and the particular climate in which it is applied. Most applications last upwards of ten (10) years and beyond, and several applications are still performing after fifteen (15) years. All applications have a minimum warranty period of ten (10) years (except exterior applications which are two (2) years), and several films carry a ten (10) year commercial warranty, and even a lifetime residential warranty.*

*(Lifetime for as long as original purchaser owns their home)

Newindow film products are warranted to maintain their solar properties without bubbling, peeling, cracking, or crazing. Many of our films are warranted against discoloration, too. (Those which do not use dyed polyesters). Should the product proved to be defective, the manufacturer and their authorized dealer will replace the film and provide the reapplication labor free of charge.

The application of Newindow films will increase the temperature of your sunlit glass which will increase the stress on the glass edges. The quality of those glass edges and several other factors (external shading, interior shading, glass history, type of film, size/shape of glass, indoor/outdoor temperature) all contribute to the potential risk of glass breakage.

All Newindow Film products are safe and warrantied for most types of insulated windows. Madico has trained its dealers extensively on recommending to clients the ideal film for their homes or offices.

If you have custom windows or factory-tinted glass, Newindow Films will consider such variables as the condition of the window unit, the size and shape of the glass, the amount of external shading and the balance of internal/external temperatures when recommending window film(s). Madico supports these recommendations by offering the most generous window-failure warranty in the industry.

Of course, our films are 100 percent safe for single-pane windows.

Unfortunately, nothing completely stops fading. Newindow films are designed to help reduce the major causes of fading (ultra violet light, visible light, and solar heat), thus prolonging the life of your furnishings, perhaps as much as two to five times. Keep in mind the article(s) to be protected; if they have a typical life of five (5) years then they may last ten (10) years to much longer depending on the performance of the film selected. However, if the typical life is only 2-3 weeks, then the expectation should be expressed in terms of months.

As a general rule of thumb, ultra violet (UV) is approximately 40% of the cause, visible light is about 25%, and heat about 25%. The remaining 10% can be attributed to humidity, pollutants, interior lights, dye stability, and more.

Newindow Films' Safety and Security Window Films are designed to make glass shatter-resistant by holding the glass pieces together when broken.

Newindow Films' Safety and Security Window Films are made with thicker polyester and a much thicker, more aggressive adhesive. These films are unique in the industry, being built using a special micro-layered polyester technology which increases the films' tear resistance significantly. Pound for pound, the impact and tear resistance of our Safety and Security Films outperform all other films of similar thickness.

No, Newindow Films' Safety and Security Window Films are not hurricane-proof, earthquake-proof, bullet-proof, bomb-proof, nor burglar-proof. Again, they are designed to make the window glass more shatter-resistant.

In the event of a windstorm, these films may have significant safety and security value. They can reduce the risk of injury from flying shards of broken glass, and possibly help prevent debris and water penetration through the window depending on the severity of the storm (and the type of glass, framing system, size and velocity of objects, and more).

In an earthquake, these films can reduce the risk of serious injury from flying shards of broken glass, and possible prevent glass from falling out of a home or building. Again, much may depend upon the severity of the quake (and the type of glass, framing system, and more, too).

Bullets: these films are not designed to stop bullets.

Newindow Films' Safety and Security Window Films were originally developed to address international concerns and needs for improved safety and security against terrorist acts of bombings. These films can significantly reduce the risk of serious injury from flying shards of glass due to blasts, however, much depends upon the severity of the blast and the proximity of the window glass to the blast (and glass type, framing system, and more too).

Newindow Films' Safety and Security Window Films are a low profile, high performance measure of security in the battle against 'smash and grab' crime. The tough, shatter-resistant qualities of the film can hold the window glass together even if a brick (or similar object) were actually to pass through the glass. The thief must now make a choice; continue to attack this window, try another window, or move on. Time is short, and often they move on. However, if they are determined to gain entry, they will get in. It is generally recommended that the property have proper alarm systems in addition to applied Safety and Security Window Film.