All about the film for armoring glasses

Glass has been a demanded and popular building material for many years, which is used both for the construction of construction projects and in the manufacture of household appliances, cars and other household items. Despite the high level of demand, this product remains a fragile material that is not resistant to impacts. This indicator is especially relevant during the operation of cars and double-glazed windows, which are often subject to mechanical damage.

Armor film is a protective coating that can be applied to all glass surfaces. The prototype of this material was armored glass, which manufacturers specifically install on a selected category of goods directly at the factory. However, the improved product increases not only the price range, but also several times the weight.

To reduce these indicators and simplify the installation procedure, the developers have released a special film for armoring glass. The basic raw material for the manufacture of this product is polyurethane, which is durable and elastic. Film density is measured in microns and ranges from 110 to 300 units. High-quality material must be manufactured in accordance with GOST 30826-2001.

The toning material has the following advantages:

• protection against all kinds of mechanical damage;
• preservation of the integrity of the structure during deformation and the complete absence of fragments;
• high level of light transmission;
• lack of visual obstructions and optical distortion;
• high level of fire safety;
• wide range of applications;
• soundproofing;
• lack of stratified areas;
• long period of operation.

Despite the huge number of advantages, experts recommend paying attention to the disadvantages:

• the need for regular cleaning;
• increased level of wear;
• impossibility of using aggressive cleaning agents;
• the complexity of self-installation.

Due to the high level of demand and universal purpose, experts recommend taking into account the following parameters when purchasing this product:

• climatic conditions of the region;
• the thickness of the product depending on the required level of protection and load;
• availability of quality certificates and permits;
• product quality and brand reputation;
• the presence of auxiliary effects.

Due to the unique properties of the armored film, the scope of its application is very wide. Most often, the coating is used to reinforce street glass units and car windows. However, manufacturers and designers have expanded the area of ​​use of the material for reinforcement and began to cover ordinary mirrors, doors with glass inserts, and mirrored doors in wardrobes with it. This manipulation has become especially popular to protect property not only from vandals, but also from children.

Recently, many have used this type of protection in areas with unfavorable climatic conditions, in which storms, tsunamis, typhoons, tornadoes and other types of cataclysms can often be observed. A protective film will help to minimize the negative consequences after a disaster and reduce the financial costs of restoration work.

Depending on the functional purpose, manufacturers produce products with different technical characteristics. Armoring transparent self-adhesive film is divided into the following types:

• thermal insulation (mirror);
• toning;
• protective.

The greatest demand among buyers is for toning materials, which simultaneously perform several functions. Distinctive features are the presence of several levels of transparency, as well as the decorativeness of the types of products.

Advantages:

• increasing the level of comfort in the room;
• reduced sun penetration and glare;
• high level of wear resistance;
• blocking ultraviolet radiation.

Among the disadvantages can be noted a decrease in the level of illumination in the dark.

In regions with cold climates, experts recommend purchasing a heat-insulating film that will not only protect the glass, but also retain heat inside the object. Advantages:

• high level of thermal insulation;
• decrease in the intensity of solar penetration;
• transparency.

The disadvantage is the impossibility of heating with solar energy in the winter.

A universal and improved type of film for glass is considered a protective anti-vandal and shockproof, which has the following properties:

• anti-vandal;
• splinterproof;
• shockproof;
• reinforcing.

Impact-resistant anti-splinter armor has an increased level of efficiency and safety. In order for the coating to be safe to use both in everyday life and in other spheres of life, it must have a high level of explosion resistance, impact resistance and fire resistance.

To obtain a high-quality and reliable armored coating, it is best to turn to experienced craftsmen who have not only theoretical, but also practical skills in working with the product. However, there are cases when you have to fix the film yourself. In this case, the following sequence of actions must be strictly observed:

• taking measurements of the booked object;
• making calculations;
• carrying out cutting activities;
• cleaning the working surface from dust, dirt and other types of contamination;
• applying a special soap solution to glass;
• installation of the selected type of film with the simultaneous removal of bubbles and excess liquid;
• removing all unnecessary fragments;
• drying the surface with an industrial or household hairdryer.

Violation of the technological process can provoke the appearance of the following defects:

• air bubbles;
• low level of transparency;
• reduced light penetration;
• violation of the integrity of the coating.

Experts do not recommend using a protective film in greenhouses, conservatories and greenhouses due to the fact that plants will lack solar energy. The modern world is a complex mechanism filled with various dangers and threats to life. In order to feel as comfortable and safe as possible both indoors and outdoors, experts recommend covering all glass surfaces with a special armored protective film.

In the next video you will find a crash test of a 300 micron armor film on 6 mm glass.