Safety Window Film
Safety window film - thickness: 4 mil, 7 or 8 Mil? Explore a large selection of window safety films and access comprehensive information. Discover their uses and the effects you can expect from films in this category.
How Do These Films Work?
The glass becomes more rigid when fitted with the film. It stops bending and vibrating, significantly reducing the risk of breakage due to abrupt movements, drafts, or children playing with balls. Safety window film enhances the durability of glass structures.
The film reinforces the glass but doesn't guarantee it won't break. Glass with a film is harder to shatter; the film also protects against flying fragments.
If the Glass Breaks
Should the glass break, the safety film for windows holds both small and large glass pieces together. The glass surface resembles a spider's web, preventing shards from flying towards the head or face. Safety film is an effective means of protection against glass collapse and debris falling on people. It keeps the glass pieces intact and prevents dangerous debris from scattering around the room and onto furniture.
Protection for Children and More - Standard EN12600
Safety tint film is mandatory in fitness centres, gyms, kindergartens, schools, and other public institutions with large glass and mirror surfaces, where there's a risk of breakage. The international standard EN12600 regulates the properties of these films and mandates their use on all glass surfaces and mirrors.
In private houses and apartments, the use of safety glass film for windows is voluntary, but its popularity has been increasing over the last 3-5 years. Glass, a fragile material, is increasingly used in large quantities in private home interiors. Homeowners are keen to reduce breakage risks and protect their families from the consequences of shattered glass and mirrors.
Safety film thickness - an important parameter
Protective films for windows vary in thickness. The thickness of safety film is measured in Mil. Commonly used thicknesses are 2 Mil and 4 Mil; 7 Mil window safety film is used less frequently.
Completely Transparent
These films are 99% transparent, invisible on windows, and do not obstruct the view. They do not distort the view and are harmless to plants and flowers.
How to Choose Safety Glass Film for Windows
These films can be installed without removing the glass or mirror from its frame. The size of the glass determines the choice of safety film. Larger glass or mirrors require a thicker film.
- For smaller glass, e.g., 30 x 30 centimeters, a thinner 2 mil (55 micron) safety glass window film suffices.
- For glass larger than 30 x 30 centimeters, a 4 mil window security film is advisable.
All films are self-adhesive and come with an adhesive layer. Before installation, remove the transparent protective liner. Always use an assembly solution during installation.
Which Side Should the Film Be Installed On?
Install the film on the side facing people. If there's access to the glass from both sides, like an interior door, install the window safety film on both sides for protection against splinters and to strengthen the glass.
Important to Know
- Not all transparent glass films are safety films. Safety films are made from thicker, heavier material and have a very strong adhesive.
- After installation, the adhesive needs time to dry and strengthen. The film becomes fully functional only after 15-20 days, once the adhesive is completely dry.
- Thick window security films for burglary protection closely resemble anti-shatter films.
Safety Window Film UK
We offer a comprehensive range of safety window films with delivery across the UK and beyond. Customized size films are available upon request.
See Additional Information
- Window shatter film - films with similar properties.
- We include assembly mortar and a specialised installation tint tool with each order.