No. Any material adhered to the inside surface of the glass must be removed in order to properly install our ACE film.

ACE's security film is much thicker than window tint. In addition, security film also uses a pressure sensitive adhesive that forms a physical bond with glass. The combination of increased thickness and aggressive adhesive greatly increases the film's ability to absorb the energy of an impact and keep the glass intact.

Do not wash windows for 30-60 days after installation to allow for curing of our film. After this period, common glass cleaning solutions such as water, water/alcohol mixtures or ammonia based mixtures – which do not contain abrasive materials – may be used. Use a soft cloth, paper towel or squeegee. Do not use any material that is abrasive.

Dealer installed window security film costs between $10 and $12 per square foot and have up to a 6-month delay during peak hurricane season to secure a local installer. You can do-it-yourself today and save up to $8 per square foot. Installation is reasonably easy - you can do it, we will show you how. If you purchase your DIY Window Security Film Installation kit from DIYWindowSecurity.

No security film can completely eliminate fading. However, our ACE film blocks 98% of ultra violet light which can significantly reduce the rate of fading of furniture, carpets and floors.

Yes, if installed properly, ACE security film is effective at preventing your windows from being breached by weather and intruders. If installing on tempered glass, you must use an anchoring system to keep the glass in the window frame.

M films can be cleaned with any common window cleaning solution, including ammonia based products, such as Windex or GlassPlus. Use of a soft cloth or squeegee is recommended. The film surface is treated with an acrylic "hard coat" to protect the film and allows easy cleaning, without fear of scratching.

No. All window tint, decals, signs, and stickers must be removed prior to installation. The security film must be applied directly to the bare glass surface.

There is nothing you need to do to clean the windows before the installation. Our tint specialists conduct a thorough window cleaning before applying the film to make sure that dirt and other impurities are not trapped between the film and the glass.

No, security film is hurricane-proof, earthquake-proof, nor burglar-proof. Security film is designed to make the window glass more shatter-resistant. In the event of a wind storm, these films may have significant safety and security value.

These vinyl graphic products can be installed on any smooth, non-porous, wax free surface. This includes glass, plexiglas, painted surfaces, fiberglas, some plastics, etc.

We ship Priority Mail via the U.S. Postal service for most all orders, if you place a larger order and it is a larger package we will ship them via U.P.S. or Fed-Ex. If this happens you will be notified prior to shipment of your order.

Yes, yes, yes! Duck diving is not an issue at all. And, there is an additional leash device, just in case. (Generally, only when a macking lip drills the back of your head might you need to rely on the leash.) Back to Top

Window security film is virtually invisible once installed on your new or existing windows; however, it is common to see a few small bubbles and some hazing during the curing period (30-90 days). The security film is 75% effective immediately after installation and 100% effective after the curing process.

The owner of Northeast Tint, Charlie G. Arakelian, has 15 years of tinting experience and is ranked 2nd best window tinter in the world 2005 by the International Window Film Association (www.iwfa.com). Six judges put Charlie’s skills to the test through an intense competition of cutting, splicing, seaming and cleanliness, and chose the best of the best (read more) selecting him over other world competitors.

Yes, window tint can be removed at any time after installation. However, it must be scraped off entirely. It is a messy job. Please call us if you require a removal. We would be more than happy to assist you.