Now Offering Toronto In-Store Pick-Up

At the request of our customers, Apex Window Films is pleased to offer in-store pick-up for our Greater Toronto Area customers.  When you visit the Apex DIY & Wholesale Window Film Store Website to purchase window film, simply choose in-store pick-up in the shipping options during check out to eliminate shipping charges.  Customers can also choose to arrange their own courier or shipping company.  While there are still cutting and handling fees these options allow our customers to manage costs, and determine how and when they receive their film orders.  Full details are available on our website.

Installing Security Laminate on Annealed Glass

Installing Security Window Film

Security window films, or laminates, are becoming a more and more popular protection solution for homes in Canada and the U.S.  They are often called 'shatterproof' or 'anti-shatter' films because of the ability to hold glass together in the event of either an intentional (ie. break-in attempt, vandals) or accidental impact (ie. golf ball, tree branch, etc.)

If you visit our YouTube Channel:  "Window Film Information and Help" you can find some informative videos, including a demonstration by a Toronto Police Officer trying to break protected glass with a bat, and a series of DIY videos on how to install security window films yourself.

Installing security film is pretty much the same as installing other types of window films, however, since the film is thicker it requires heavy-duty tools and more effort to push water out.  We recommend a professional-grade chisel-tip squeegee for pushing water out during installation.  When installing these wet-mount films, the squeegee is an important tool to ensure that water is pushed out from behind the film.  You will need to pass over the film several times with your squeegee to be sure there are no water or air bubbles remaining.  If you see bubbles, keep pushing!

Detailed installation instructions are available in the DIY videos on our YouTube Channel.  If you are experienced at installing other types of window film, please take note, security film should be accurately trimmed to size before applying it to the glass (thinner films, like solar control tints can be trimmed on the glass).

It is important to point out that security films work best on regular annealed glass.  When installing on tempered* glass, security laminates must be anchored, where possible beneath the stops, with a structural silicone caulking.  We like Dow Corning 995 for this purpose. 

*You can identify tempered glass by checking each of the corners of the window or door.  Tempered glass windows will usually be etched in one of the corners.  In homes, tempered glass is typically used in patio doors, sidelights, doors, skylights and showers.

How to Remove Old Window Film

As the use of window films becomes ever-more popular, the incidences of our DIY customers encountering old window film they would like to remove increases.

Removing window film that has been mounted with an adhesive (some are static mounted and very simple to just pull off in one pieces) can be a little picky, but is fairly straightforward and made much easier with the use of a couple of simple tools and supplies.

You will need:

• Snap Blade Knife
• Mild soap solution in a squirt bottle (water with one or two drops of baby shampoo)
• Razor Scraper

Begin by trying to peel off the film from corners and seems and pull off larger pieces as best you can.

Next, spray the film down with the soap solution and use a razor scraper to remove the rest of the film.

If you are planning to install a new window film, be sure to thoroughly clean the windows before installation.  You can find a library of DIY window film installation videos on our website:  www.Apex-Window-Film-Store.com.


Watch this video for detailed instructions on how to remove window film from our YouTube Channel:

Mix & Match Etched Window Decals

Apex Window Films carries the popular Solar Stat line-up of window decals that look like etched glass.  These colorless static cling decals are easy to install  and are completely removable and reusable creating a beautiful effect for glass windows and doors, suitable for many decors.

Apex is pleased to offer discounts of volume purchases of most of its inventory of window film products.  Today we have added to ability for our online customers to mix and match decal patterns to obtain these volume discounts.  Please visit the Etched Static Cling Window Decal section of our website to view the full collection as well as our existing combo-packs.  You have the option of creating your own custom 2-pack for just $29.99 or 5-pack for $54.99 - incredible savings on these beautiful accents.

You can use static cling window decals in your home or business to create the look of a picture or pattern having been etched into the glass.  You can use them long term, or teamporarily as they are quite easy to remove, relocate and even reuse at a later date if stored in their original backing material.

Now and until the end of the year, with any window film product purchase, Apex is offering a free give-away holiday pattern decal as well as a special price on our 2-size static cling decal Holiday combo-pack - just $9.99 while quanitities last (regular price is $24.99!)

Please visit us online at http://www.apex-window-film-store.com/

New! Carbon Fiber Film from Apex

Perhaps you have seen this interesting detail on a customized car, a home interior accent or even coating a notebook computer.   If you wondered what it is, it is Carbon Fiber film, a textured, medium-tack film that can be used to create a high-tech effect on virtually any interior or exterior surface.

The applications are limited only to your imagination - carbon fiber films are used to create cool effects and cover damage.

close-up view

Now carbon fiber film is available from Apex Window Films.  Apex has used our contacts with the worlds foremost film manufacturers to access a high quality carbon fiber film at a terrific price.

DIY Carbon Fiber Projects - No Problem!

Apex Carbon fiber film is so easy to work with, a great product for your DIY project.  While strong enough to be used indoors or out the medium tack makes if forgiving to install - if you need to peel it back and reapply it will allow you to do this.  It also moulds well to curves, it can stretch and even shrink using a heat gun.  Use it on just about any smooth surface whether flat or curved.

Try it on auto parts, dashes, interior accents, electronics, stage props and anywhere you would like a cool faux finish, to hide damage or protect from scratches and scrapes.

Introductory Special - buy an 8.5 x 11 inch piece of Apex Carbon Fiber film in black for only $4.99 per sheet and receive free shipping for a limited time!

Now Available Online - Faux Wrought Iron Window Inserts

Now available from Apex Window Films online store, realistic faux wrought iron created with window film for your windows and doors.

Beautfiul patterns are available in standard pre-cuts or custom sizing.

Specialized wrought iron patterns are also available for double doors and sidelights.

Vistit Apex Window Films online store to view the complete line-up of faux wrought iron decorative insert patterns today, starting from as little as $45.99!!

Custom Sizes are available - just fill in our short quotation request form and a custom quote will be emailed back to you!

DIY Faux Wrought Iron Inserts with Window Film!

Have you been wanting to get the beautiful look of wrought iron inserts for your window or door?  Now you can achieve the look of decroative wrought iron scrolling for your windows and doors at a fraction of the price with Apex Window Films' new line of Faux Wrought Iron films.




Classic Matte

 


Clear Lava

 


Ripple

 

Etched Frost


 The look of wrought iron is achieved through the applicationn of three layers of film.  First, you choose the decorative wrought iron pattern that you prefer. 

Next, choose your privacy layer.  Apex is currently offering four different decorative window film backgrounds to create the effect you are looking for.

Finally, you choose the safety factor, either 4mil UV blocking glass retention film for safety or an 8mil security layer that will help to secure your windows from break-ins and impacts.

There are several faux wrought iron patterns to choose from.  This window film inserts are available in three standard sizes, however, Apex Window Films will accept custom orders, please contact them for a quote at orderdesk@apexfilms.ca

Vistis the online Apex Window Film Store for a comlete selection of faux wrought iron, decorative, solar control, safety and security window film and automotive window tints.