Huper Optik - Ceramic films - What's the fuss about?

There is still a lot of ignorance about ceramic films. Those who embrace it are getting great sales. Almost daily, customers are asking about ceramic films now.

Why ceramics?

Customers demand performance. They want a clear film to stop fading. We know better, don’t we?

So you show them a metallised 50% or 35% film for protection, but of course they don’t like it. You are now worried about losing a sale, so you give in to their desires and show them a 60% or worse, a clear film. You may get the sale, but are you giving them what they need? (The dealer's integrity)

The one reason we have started to sell Huper Optik over 4 years ago was to offer our customers a better solution. Price has nothing to do with it. You can give me all the excuses you like, we install Huper Optik more than anything else now.

In this picture you can see the difference. On the left is a window tinted with Ceramic 40. The samples on the right are what our competitor offered... at around half price to mine. Same, if not better heat and fade protection ... and you can (really) see out at night!

We have used the film in places like Kelly Tarlton, Lucy Lawless’ home, SY Thalia, SY Silvertip, The Body Shop, Pumpkin Patch, Waitakere City Council, Tip Top and hundreds of homes and businesses….great for cars too! A customer even paid for me to fly to Vanuatu to tint his home.. just an ordinary Kiwi…

Superior clarity, superior performance… these people could see the difference… don’t get left behind with old technology.

Call us on 0800 484 684 for your nearest Huper Optik dealer in New Zealand

Professionalism in window tinting

Why do car tinters want to tint house windows? Business can't be good for them!

There are fundamental differences in both application and film properties.

It is a little like a plumber working with electrics.. water does not mix with electrical currents.... unless you know what you do!

Very few window film installers are familiar with both types. The result is usually a poor job, broken glass and unhappy clients.

Just today, I went to a place where other companies have given a quote on tinting a home.To view the film, a sample is often stuck to a window.....

....but not with the liner removed! Car tinters or people who do not install film do not know this. Flat glass films are made with a "dry adhesive" it creates a chemical bond with the glass. If only a small sample is attached to the glass, there is a huge risk to leave a permanent mark.

Lessons:
- If they don't know these basics, how on earth can you trust their advice?
- Look for window tinters who specialise in flat glass tinting for your home or business. If they tint cars as well, be very careful!
- The same goes, if you want your vehicle tinted. Find a specialist.

Look for a member of Master Tinters, if possible, or call us to suggest a reputable dealer in your area. Ph 0508 484 684 in NZ

Huper Optik Window Film 101

The benefits of new generation window film for you, your furniture and furnishings

The New Zealand climate is one of the harshest in world. Fabrics need protection from the sun’s harmful rays ordinary glass cannot provide.

Effective fade protection requires the elimination of the ultraviolet (UV), reduction of direct heat and light to some degree. Blocking UV alone is simply not sufficient.

Traditional window films tend to be fairly reflective. They also take away some of the optical clarity. At times, during the low winter sun, it can create a distinct hazy look.

Nano-ceramic window films, developed in Germany by Huper Optik, have overcome these problems.

You can now have excellent fade protection with a film which is hardly noticeable and will not change the character of your home. Huper Optik is available in a range of shades, from the virtual clear to darker shades to provide additional protection from glare and offer privacy.

Huper Optik window films are widely used in residential applications, where ordinary tinting is not acceptable.

Benefits

· Effective fade protection, substantially extend the life of fabrics, leather and wood.

· More comfort, even in the direct sun.

· Excellent optical clarity to enhance your views.

· Add subtle European looks without the mirror finish.

· Reduce the use of air conditioning and heat pumps.

· Strengthen the glass for added safety.

Contact your local Huper Optik installer for a free consultation and see the clear difference.

In the Auckland region, call 0800 846 877 your Tint Professionals, NZ's leading ceramic film installers. We have installed more Huper Optik than the rest of NZ & Australia combined!

Window Film 101

The best film in the world is only as good as the installer.

The best installer in the world is only as good as the quality of the film.

Not every window film is equal.

Not every company promotion is "honest". A business established 25 years ago can change ownership and effectively give you 1 year's experience.

Not every window film performance claim is "honest". A 97% IR rejection is only in a very small band of the overall solar heat transmission. The only true performance is measured by NFRC recognised measurements.

How can you, the consumer, tell the difference?

First, look at the company you're dealing with... are they a member of Master Tinters? If they are not, ask yourself: "Why not?"

Second, look at the window film manufacturer. Are they trying to blind you with their "reputation"? Any of this nonsense of "on-angle" performance, or being the "world's largest manufacturer"does this really make them the right one for you?

Here is my advice.

Ask the person who will give you the consultation how long they have been INSTALLING window film themselves.

Ask the person how long the present owner has owned the company.

Ask the person about the NFRC ratings of the film they are proposing.

.... and then... compare.

Tint Pro, the longest owner operated window film company in Auckland, dealing with NFRC rated films, members of Master Tinters NZ. No compromise.

Another successful Huper Optik day

Our first job was at Kelly Tarlton's underground cafeteria. Two huge windows overlooking the Waitemata with Auckland in the background.

The challenge here was to cut the glare and heat, but not diminish the view at night. One of our competitors suggested a 20 silver. (This is a highly reflective film, turning into a mirror at night with the lights turned on) Wow, this guy really knows what he's selling.........

Luckily, we presented a solution which will let visitors enjoy the beautiful night line of Auckland, by using Huper Optik C20. Under normal circumstances, this film would be too dark, but here it was the right choice.

You can see the difference in the two windows, with the left one not tinted yet.

I then finished a job in a home, where the film had to protect furniture and fabrics from fading, without making a visual difference. Again, Huper Optik was the right choice. This time the choice was C60, although we do prefer the C50 for extra effectiveness. This was in the home of a Kiwi iconic warrior princess.

To finish off the day, a boat owner was looking for heat protection for the cabin of his launch. He was previously shown a shiny metallised film.... effective, but on a boat?

Then it was suggested he uses a prestige film. Supposed to have 97% IR heat rejection! Yeah right! In a very narrow width of the solar spectrum, but what about the rest of the sun's damaging power?

Anyway, when questioned about warranty on a boat, the person hesitated........ and suggested the owner should contact us...........

..........so, we are installing Huper Optik C40 next week. 10-year warranty in marine applications, because ceramics will not corrode in marine or coastal environments.

I am disturbed by the amount of bad advice is given by some competitors. After around 15 years in this industry, I still don't know everything, but at least our company is constantly striving to keep up with new developments. Our association with Master Tinters is of real benefit for both clients and members alike.

Call Tint Pro on 0800 846 877 for a free consultation. We operate a (almost) nation wide network of competent window film installers through Master Tinters.