Why should a professional stick foil on glass?
In recent years, gluing foil to glass has become more and more popular, especially in urban areas. Films are the ideal solution for protection from prying eyes. Curtains and blinds let in very little light and the room becomes dark and not so pleasant to stay in. The foil lets the light through, but on the other hand, it is opaque when viewed from the outside. When gluing foil to glass, you need to have experience, because inexperience can lead to the formation of bubbles. Also, the glass to which the film is attached must be ideally clean. For this reason, it is best to hire experts who will stick the foil on the glass.
What should be considered?
Before gluing the foil, the glass must be thoroughly cleaned. In addition to dirt and dust, ingrained dirt or limescale can also be found on the glass. To remove it, the glass should be cleaned with a glass scraper. When gluing the foil to the glass, you must be careful that the glass is neither too cold nor too hot, as this will cause it to shrink or expand. Therefore, the foils must not be applied at temperatures below zero or at high temperatures.
For what purposes can the film for glass be used?
The foil offers privacy protection from the inside and allows an unrestricted view from the outside. It reflects so strongly that it is not possible to see inside in daylight. The entrance of light is not limited by placing the film. In addition, sticking the film on the glass offers protection from the sun and heat.
What preparations should be made before gluing the film to the glass?
Gluing the foil to the glass In addition to wiping with a cloth, which removes dust residues on the window, wet cleaning is necessary, where possible grease is removed with detergent and water. Then the glass must be measured and the foil cut to the appropriate size.
What do you need to stick the foil on the glass?
In order to stick the foil on the glass, in addition to the foil itself, you need a cutting knife or a cutting ruler that can be used to cut a straight and clean edge. The foil is smoothed after installation. It is recommended that you have another person help you when installing the foil, so that one person can hold the foil in the upper corners and the other person can smooth the foil during installation.
How long does it take to stick the foil on the glass?
The time required for gluing the film to the glass depends on the size and shape of the glass to be coated. Most of the time is spent on cleaning and preparing the glass. By hiring an expert, you will save your valuable time.
