ULINE S-21803, S-21804 One Way Mirror Film Installation Guide

: June 7, 2024
: ULINE

Table of Contents

TOOLS NEEDED
PREPARATION
INSTALLATION
TRIMMING/CLEANING
TRIMMING/CLEANING CONTINUED
TIPS
Documents / Resources
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TOOLS NEEDED

ULINE S-21803, S-21804 One Way Mirror Film -

PREPARATION

Cover all exposed areas and equipment with drop cloths to prevent contact with cleaning and film solutions.
Spray the entire window with film solution to clean the window. Remove any paint, silicone, adhesive or residue from the window with a squeegee.
Measure windows to ensure the appropriate width and length of film needed.
Cut film 2″ larger on each side than the size of the window.
Spray window with film solution. Use a squeegee to remove any dust that may have settled.

INSTALLATION

NOTE: Spraying should be consistent and overlapping, giving complete coverage for ample ‘slip.’ There should be no dry spots on the glass, which would cause the film to stick and hamper your ability to slide the film into position. The film should be easily manipulated into the proper position.

Spray the window.
Gently pull the liner off the window film while spraying the adhesive surface of the film with film solution.
Place the window film on the window. Align the film.
Once the film is in place, spray a light mist of film solution on the window film.
Use the squeegee to make horizontal strokes along the top of the window to lock the film in place.
Pull strokes from the middle outward, stopping a few inches from each edge.
Absorb excess liquid with paper towel.

TRIMMING/CLEANING

Use the hand applicator to accurately trim the film to fit the window by holding the hand applicator perpendicular to the window.
Cut along the edge of the hand applicator beginning at the corner and cutting down or across.
NOTE: The hand applicator leaves a 1/16″ uniform space allowing the film to sit smoothly and flat on the glass without interfering with the frame.
Trim each edge of the film.
NOTE: It is important to trim the film before the final squeegee so any dirt beneath the film as a means of removal.
After trimming is complete, apply a light mist of film solution and perform final squeegee of the entire surface. Pull strokes all the way to the edge of the film to remove any loose dirt from beneath the film.

TRIMMING/CLEANING CONTINUED

Examine the installation from the exterior. Air bubbles, water pockets or dirt are more visible from outside than inside.
NOTE: If some moisture remains after using the squeegee, reapply a light mist of film solution and squeegee. Slight moisture buildup may occur and will dry within several days. Allow additional drying time in colder climates.

TIPS

Use a piece of office tape to assist when removing the liner. Place a small piece of tape on either side of one corner and pull in opposite directions
If the film solution freezes on the window, do not apply the film.
The film cannot be applied effectively to rough, frosted window glass or a window that has a painted sign or picture on the inside.
Window film is not recommended for Plexiglas® or polycarbonate.
10-15% of the moisture stays between the glass and the film immediately following installation. Some cloudiness may occur during the curing stage but will disappear over time.
Adhesive and film solutions can be squeegeed for 10 to 60 minutes before the film locks down.
To clean window film, use any commercial products that do not contain ammonia.