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Independence Everyday

On this July 4th, Independence Day, we want acknowledge and salute the many individual businesses, franchise operations, and large-scale multi-dealer companies that characterize the window film industry. Together they help the window film industry continue to offer strong and growing business opportunities for many independent-minded individuals.

Another Reason To Consider Window Film – Glass Costs and Delays

With higher than ever energy costs, a number of glass manufacturers are raising prices anywhere from 10 to 40 percent for flat glass products, such as windows and doors.

What Is Solar Heat Gain?

By Darrell Smith
If you have stepped inside a greenhouse, you may have experienced solar heat gain. The inside of the green house is noticeably warmer than when you were outdoors.

Window Film May Deliver A Bonus When Selling Your Home

By Darrell Smith
IWFA Executive Director
With home energy costs headed in one direction – UP, many home buyers are asking about utility costs, before they make an offer.

Myth Buster- Does Window Film Need To Be Dark To Work?

Dark window film isn’t necessary for controlling the sun’s energy as it enters the interior of a building. Visibly clear window film can be just as effective as a dark window film.

Behind The Scene: With window film business owners Matthew and Kristy Yelle

How did you get started in the window film industry?
My husband Matt Yelle (co-owner) has been in the window film industry for over 20 years and I had picked up the lingo along the way. I am a business major and entrepreneur myself, so when we decided to go into business for ourselves.

A Cost-effective Way To Decarbonize

“An often-overlooked solution to reduce carbon emissions, that reduces the use of fossil-fuel- based electricity generated by a utility, is window film.”