Is shatter-resistant film the same as safety film?
Yes. Shatter-resistant film, safety film and anti-shatter film all describe the same thing: a clear film that holds broken glass together. Security film is the thicker version, often anchored to the frame, made to slow down break-ins.
Does safety film make glass unbreakable?
No. The glass can still crack or break. The film holds the broken pieces together so they don't fall out as sharp shards.
Does window film help in an earthquake?
Yes. When glass cracks in an earthquake, safety film holds the pieces to the film instead of letting them fall into the room, which lowers the risk of injury from falling glass. For more protection, the film can be anchored to the frame with an attachment system.
Can you see safety film on the glass?
No. Clear safety film is optically clear. Once it's installed, most people can't tell it's there.
Do I need safety film if I have tempered glass?
It still helps. Tempered glass breaks into small pieces that can fall out of the frame all at once, and the film holds those pieces together. Plain glass, common in older homes and buildings, breaks into large sharp pieces, which is where film helps the most.
Can safety film also block heat and UV?
Yes. Some safety films also reduce heat and glare and block up to 99% of UV rays, so you get protection and comfort from one film.
Can safety film go on the outside of the glass?
Yes. For glass we can't reach from the inside, 3M Safety S70 Exterior is a weatherable safety film with a scratch-resistant coating made for exterior installs.
Which safety film brands do you install?
We're a 3M Premier Elite Dealer and install the full 3M safety and security line, including Ultra S800, Ultra Prestige, Ultra Night Vision, S2400 and Safety S70 Exterior. We're also an authorized dealer for Madico, Solar Gard, SafetyShield, ArmorCoat and Avery Dennison. For frosted security film, we install Madico, Avery Dennison and SOLYX®.
Which areas do you serve?
We install shatter-resistant safety film for homes and offices across Orange County and Los Angeles.
How do I get a quote?
Request a free quote online or call (844) 289-8468. We'll schedule a visit, measure your glass and send a written quote.