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Embrace a Healthy Lifestyle with Window Film


Living a healthy lifestyle involves making informed decisions about exercise, nutrition, and everyday habits. As more people recognize the importance of minimizing exposure to harmful substances and environmental risks, solar window...
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Enhance Safety for Your New Home with Window Film


Building your dream home is a monumental achievement. Now that you’ve created a space you love, it’s time to take one extra step to ensure the safety of your family...
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Graffiti and Vandalism Prevention Strategies


While there are numerous ways to deter tagging and property destruction, preventing graffiti and vandalism can pose a challenge. While implementing good lighting or strategic landscaping may offer a temporary...
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Upgrade Your Space with Distraction Markers


Expansive windows and glass walls are common design features in commercial spaces. However, these architectural elements present safety concerns, such as individuals unknowingly walking into the glass, potentially causing injury...
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Benefits of Insulating Window Film


As a homeowner or business owner, seeking ways to cut down on energy expenses is always a priority. One way to do that is by installing insulating window film. Sun...
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Protect Birds with Avian Safety Window Film


Glass windows are a fundamental component of homes and buildings, allowing natural light and outdoor views. However, these same windows pose a threat to the avian population. Data has shown...
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Benefits of Home Window Tinting


Windows and glass doors are essential in homes for natural light and views but can bring unwanted glare, heat, higher utility costs, and UV exposure. Fortunately, window film offers a...
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Uses for Frosted Window Film


Ditch the plain look of windows and embrace elegance with 3M Frosted Window Film, designed to enhance both the style and utility of your space. This chic, decorative option surpasses...
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Using Window Film to Create a More Private Office Space


In today’s digital age, privacy is paramount, especially as data protection laws evolve and securing confidential information becomes increasingly complex. In any office, privacy is essential, not only for confidential...
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Exploring the Benefits of Low-E Window Film


In the realm of enhancing living and working spaces, window films have emerged as indispensable tools. Among these, 3M’s Low-E 70 window film stands out as a premier solution, offering...
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New Leadership at ATD Solar Film & Graphics: An Interview with Seth Clarke


In the world of family businesses, there is often a unique blend of tradition and innovation, values passed down through generations, and a commitment to building upon the legacy. ATD...
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How ATD Solar Enhanced the Pickleball Experience at Lifetime Fitness


When it comes to fitness and recreational facilities, providing an environment that promotes an enjoyable experience for all is paramount. Recently, ATD Solar Film & Graphics had the privilege of...
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ATD Solar Shines at the 2023 International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ Competition


The 2023 International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ competition recently took the window film industry by storm. Hosted by Window Film Magazine, this event provides a unique platform for professionals...
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Casper Cloaking Window Film: The Ideal Solution for Conference Rooms and Meeting Spaces


As people go back to working in offices, it’s essential to have a conference room or meeting space that is both functional and secure. However, with the rise of technology...
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Personalize Your Home with Decorative Window Film


A house’s interior design sets the tone for its inhabitants and their guests. Decorating your home is a fun and creative process, but sometimes it isn’t easy to know where...
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Why You Should Protect Yourself from UV Rays


With summer quickly approaching, we are preparing to spend more time outdoors. Of course, with more time outdoors, it’s critical to protect yourself from UV rays! While shielding your skin...
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How Does Security Film Work?


Whether you’re a homeowner, business owner, or school decision-maker, security is crucial for your space. When it comes to increasing security, alarm systems and cameras are likely the first solutions...
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Prepare Your Home for Warm Weather: Here’s How Home Window Tinting Can Help


Are you getting ready for the warmer weather? As summer approaches, now is the perfect time to consider protecting your home from the heat. Home window tinting can provide added...
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Window Replacement vs. Window Film


If you’re thinking about improving your home or business’s energy efficiency, you may be wondering whether window replacement or window film is the better option. Both have pros and cons,...
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Cut Your Energy Costs with Insulating Window Film


A new year is here , which means finding new ways to be mindful of cutting energy costs. Whether you’re a homeowner or a business owner, you likely try to...
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Decrease Your Carbon Footprint in 2023 with Window Film


With 2023 just around the corner, now is the time to start thinking and taking action on reducing our carbon footprint. Carbon emissions from burning fossil fuels are estimated to...
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Product Spotlight: 3M DI-NOC Architectural Finishes


Design trends and interiors inevitably go out of style over time. However, it’s not realistic to renovate or remodel your space every so often to keep up with the ever-changing...
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Prepare Your Home for the Holidays


As the holidays approach, many homeowners are gearing up to prepare their homes for guests. While there are many things to consider when preparing your home for the holidays, one...
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Transform Spaces with Decorative Film


As trends change every day, design is constantly evolving. As a result, spaces that felt modern a few years ago may now feel stale. While one way to redesign a...
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Window Tint vs. Blinds: Which Is Better?


There’s just something luxurious about having large windows that flood the room with sunlight during the day. However, there are times when the sun’s bright light isn’t always welcome. Whether...
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What Causes Solar Heat Gain & How Window Film Helps


Even though summer is just beginning, the temperature is already rising. As you walk around your house, you may notice some sunny spots that feel warmer than the rest of...
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Strengthen Office Security with Window Film


Many modern buildings utilize open floor plans with lots of glass that allows for an abundance of light and outside views. However, as aesthetically pleasing as glass is, it doesn’t...
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How to Increase Brand Awareness with Custom Window Film


Advertising is an important component of any business. Whether you run a retail store, office complex, doctor’s office, restaurant, contracting company, or a small business, getting your name in front...
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Easy Ways to Improve Energy Efficiency


Residential and commercial buildings account for 40% of all energy consumed in America. And that’s largely due to the high amount of energy that’s wasted every single day. From single-family...
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Benefits of Window Film for Offices


Whether you own or manage a small office or a bustling commercial complex, maintaining comfortable temperatures for buildings with lots of glass can be difficult. Not to mention, with lots...
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Etched Window Film vs. Glass: Which Is Better?


There’s something very classy about etched glass. With a luxurious look and feel, it’s no surprise that etched glass comes with a lofty price tag. But what if there was...
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UV Protection Film Benefits


Did you know that windows provide some protection against ultraviolet rays, but they don’t block them out completely? Whether you’re relaxing on the couch at home or sitting at your...
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DC Mandates Carbon Footprint Reduction for Commercial Buildings


The conversation surrounding energy efficiency is not new. Reducing energy consumption and implementing more energy-efficient products and practices has been a topic of conversation for the last fifty years with...
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3 Reasons to Invest in Solar Window Film


Windows are an architectural necessity. After all, they open up our space to provide natural light and views of the outdoors. Unfortunately, the benefits of windows are accompanied by a...
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Security Window Film for Home Protection


Last year, the coronavirus pandemic shook the globe. Cities across the world shut down, causing disrupted travel plans and canceled trips. As more people get vaccinated, the world is starting...
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What Are Gradient Films?


Gradient window films have an ombré effect, meaning they gradually fade in opacity from dark to light. They come in all different colors, shades, and transparencies. Gradient film can either...