WINDOW FILM
FAQ'S
ANSWERS TO YOUR MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ABOUT 3M WINDOW FILM
Explore our FAQ page categories to get answers about the 3M window film solutions that we offer.
From company inquiries, and understanding the different types of films, to the installation process, we've got you covered. Trust our expertise and let us help you make informed decisions.

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Mike has been selling window film as an Authorized 3M dealer since 1993. We have been conducting business as Ultra Security Window Film, Inc. since 1997.
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We are a family-owned and operated business that has been serving the Hernando, Citrus, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties for over 25 years. We take pride in building long-lasting relationships with our customers and creating a non-pressure sales environment. We want you to be confident and love the decision that you’ve made to protect your home or business with 3M window films. No buyer's remorse when you choose Ultra.
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Mike, the owner of Ultra, does all of our in-home estimates. We schedule a time to visit your home or business that is convenient for you. Mike takes the time to address your window film goals and any questions or concerns you have about window film. We measure the inside glass panes of your windows and calculate a price on-site. We always have film samples and informational brochures on hand to leave with our customers of the products we carry.
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We clean your windows prior to installation. The film is precut to the size of your windows. We then apply 3Mâ„¢ Window Films to glass using a soapy solution and adhere to your window using a squeegee. We complete with a final trim and drying around the edges of the glass.
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3Mâ„¢ Window Films are backed by a limited lifetime warranty, one of the most comprehensive warranties in the industry. Most of 3M's Residential Window Films have a limited lifetime warranty to resist peeling, bubblling, and discoloration for long-lasting beauty and clarity.
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3M pushes beyond industry standards, subjecting their films to rigorous durability tests, even natural disasters and bomb blasts. They test their films at the most advanced weathering facilities in the world, so you can count on superior performance, durability, and confident protection.
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Window film has a drying time that ranges from 60-90 days depending on your film and the weather conditions. During this time, any water bubbles or ripples will dry out and disappear.
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3M Window Films can be washed with common washing solutions including ammonia-based products, 30 days after installation. Synthetic sponges, squeegees, or soft cloths are recommended for cleaning. To maintain your warranty, do not use abrasive type cleaning agents, tape, or other adhesive products that could scratch the window film.
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Selecting the right window film begins with assessing your needs and what you hope to accomplish with your film. If you need help understanding which window film might be right for you, request a free consultation and have our experts assess your situation and make the best product recommendation. Below is a brief recommendation of a few of our best selling products: ​
3Mâ„¢ Sun Control Window Films are designed to tame the effects of the sun to keep you cool, comfortable, and energy-efficient. All this, while leaving your views and the look of your home or business virtually unchanged.
3Mâ„¢ Safety and Security Window Films help protect your family and property from broken glass caused by break-and-enter crimes, accidents, and natural disasters. These films are also great options to help mitigate various intruder threats for schools, offices, and government buildings.
3Mâ„¢ Decorative and Privacy Window Films give you the freedom to transform glass surfaces to suit your design needs and wishes, from bold, colorful statements to elegant privacy.
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Provided that the product is maintained in accordance with the Window Care Instructions, 3Mâ„¢ Residential Standard Warranty guarantees Window Films will:
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Maintain Solar Reflective Properties without cracking, crazing, or peeling
Maintain Adhesion Properties without blistering, bubbling, or delaminating from the glass
Maintain Appearance without discoloration
Maintain Strength, Tear, and Penetration Resistant Properties as defined in product literature
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3M’s window film warranty is only to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable.
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3M™ Window Films are designed to resist peeling, bubbling, scratching, and abrasion for long-lasting beauty and clarity. 3M offers one of the most comprehensive warranties in the industry with a 10-15 year commercial warranty depending on film selection. — from a trusted company you know will be around.
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3M Window film is considered a top-tier technology for energy conservation with one of the fastest paybacks, approximately three years.
