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.

Window Film 101

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

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 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.
 Master Tinters NZ dealing with NFRC rated films. No compromise.

Good advice.... you would expect..... but.........

Window tinting and window films.... not everybody knows about the products or the benefits..... that is understandable. It is a specialist field.

BUT!!!! You'd expect a person promoting and selling window films to know about the various types of films... wouldn't you? Especially somebody with years of "experience" and a member of the industry association.. Right?

A consumer needs advice and guidance.

A dealer should be aware of new products, new technology and the difference in performance and appearance. A dealer should know the advantages and drawbacks of each type of film.

So, when the client asks about ceramic window films, the dealer should have some knowledge, other than:" Sorry, I don't know anything about it"

How can a client possibly get the best solution to their problem, if their "Consultant" cannot be bothered to keep up with new trends, products or understand that there is more than one manufacturer of window films? Reality is, there is a difference in optical clarity, there are good and bad films out there.

Stop the blind brand loyalty and focus on your clients different needs!

Thankfully, we have Master Tinters now. Not just a name, but a way of life. Focusing on quality of advice, products, installation & service.

The size of the Yellow Pages ad or the number of radio commercials does not equal knowledge or dedication... it simply means they spend more money on advertising, instead of training staff.

When it counts, trust a Master Tinter.