DynamicATL

Yep. This is why we stopped tinting large commercial vehicles if they do not fit into our bay. It was a crap shoot if the job was going to be good or not.

Yeah, it will have a lifetime warranty as long as the guy stays around tinting. Just make sure you get a receipt just in case he disappears and you have to call Global.

Welcome! It really comes down to who is going to do a better job. I personally would never choose a mobile tinter since a clean installation is never guaranteed. There are plenty of good mobile tinters, but it depends on if they are installing in a controlled environment like a garage or are they outside. I would check reviews and maybe visit the shops to see any work and to get an overall feel for them. As far as the film options, Global will probably the best route...I am sure he is doing the first level QDP. Maxpro has plenty of failures out there, so...

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I agree, I think it will make people engage more with a response. The funny thing is when I read it was going away, the first thing I tried to do was like the post.

Haven't heard anything and their website is booty, so not sure.

We did the accreditation thing for a year and dropped it. It may look good to have in the flat glass part of things but being primarily automotive, I feel it is absolutely pointless. When it comes to regular customers, nobody is going to know what it is or ever care. Plus in the real world it doesn't really mean you're any good at tinting. I am sure the IWFA has a purpose that is beneficial to the industry but I don't see it nor will pay for it.

They shouldn't be using Tapatalk anyways going into 2020. Just sayin'

I got a chance to drive by today and there is already another company in the building.

I honestly can't say, it just looks odd. I thought it looked a little brownish.

Touch shiny and is a thicker film, harder to shrink which is why we passed on carrying it.

This is the Obsidian 35, only did the rear window since it was a sample.

That was only the older FX series which I believe now has been updated to not have that issue. All the films except FX have a color change warranty. One of the guys here has Color Stable on his car for over 3 years and still looks perfect.

I am a firm believer that if it is sold on Amazon, it is a no-go for me.

It is more expensive of coarse since it is a Ceramic IR window film, but not horribly more expensive. Never carried the FX line, but you can compare it to the specs below. Installation is the same as a regular dyed film even though the film feels thicker. 3M Ceramic IR Brochure.pdf

I didn't get a chance to go by there but confirmed with a former dealer that they closed up shop.

Avery would most likely be a better quality film. Aegis is the only film I have seen to have noticeable dirt in the film on the roll. Saw it a couple of times back when we bought flat glass film from them.

What you need is a darker shade which has nothing to do with the type of window film. Ceramic and non-Ceramic films come in darker shades. You just chose too light of shade...not the film's fault. The "Ceramic" part of the film has nothing to do with blocking sunlight...it blocks heat.

We are only a few miles from Aegis and used to get tools there all the time. They have been struggling for some time keeping film and tools in stock. I have heard many local dealers say they never have the film when they call. We haven't picked up tools in months since they never have Olfa blades. I remember going to them 6+ years ago and the place was full of employees...they had a receptionist up front, tons of people in the offices, and people in the warehouse. They haven't had a receptionist in years and the last time I was there, maybe 2 people total in the building. The lady that was handling my order was struggling to cut the window film for an order when I walked in. She had to stop and go pull my order from the warehouse herself which took over 10 minutes. I peeked into the warehouse and most lights were turned off with not a person in sight. So I wouldn't be shocked if they have finally closed up shop. If I remember, I will swing by there tomorrow to see if they are open.

I think the amount of time it takes to do it versus the amount we charge makes it not worth doing. We would just prefer to tint the whole windshield than just a strip. I am partially biased since I think sunstrips are stupid looking unless they come from the factory. I cringe anytime I see them on a nicer vehicle...just looks cheap to me.

We haven't, but I can on Tuesday.

Contact Dragon Distributing...they carry SolarFX and Global window films along with tools. They might be able to help you with that.

Here is the 3M Ceramic IR in 35%...I'm loving the color at least on a gloomy day.

Hello! I would see if you could buy film off your friend since you could grab just enough when you need it. Plus it will help him move more film. Other option is to check out Express films which do not require an account. The films are good quality that lasts. For quality, that is about as good as the price will get.