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    WINDOW FILM

    Application Instructions

    Transforming your space is simple with Artscape. Our window films apply easily using just water and a little soap. With a few thoughtful steps, you’ll achieve a custom, design-forward finish that adds privacy, beauty, and light. Watch our install video below to see just how easy it is.

    Download our PDF instructions here.

    youtube Load video: Window with window film on bottom pane and dried grasses displayed on both sides.
    Tools for applying window film.

    TOOLS NEEDED

    Spray Bottle
    Liquid Soap
    Squeegee
    Paper Towels
    Window Cleaner
    Measuring Tape
    Sharp Utility Knife
    Straight Edge

    View of hand using paper towel to to clean window with soap.
    Step 1

    CLEAN THE GLASS

    Thoroughly clean window using a razor blade if necessary. Artscape films will adhere to a clean smooth glass or plexiglass surface. The film will not adhere to frosted or textured glass or walls.

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    Step 2

    MEASURE WINDOW + TRIM FILM

    It is necessary that a 1/16” gap exists between the film edges and the window frame (inside the gasket). Mark and trim directly on the film while on paper backing using a straight edge and sharp utility knife. For odd shaped windows make a paper pattern then trace and cut.

    View of persons hand spraying lower pane of window with soapy water.
    Step 3

    WET GLASS

    Add a couple drops of liquid soap to a spray bottle with warm water and saturate window. Applying generous amounts of the soapy solution will make the installation process easier and more successful. Take care to not get the paper backing wet while on the film.

    Hands removing paper backing from a sheet of white window film.
    Step 4

    REMOVE BACKING

    Remove film from the paper backing starting in the corner. Protect the film from any debris. If film comes in contact with itself, carefully separate.

    Hand smoothing window film down over window.
    Step 5

    APPLY + SPRAY FILM

    Place the shiny smooth side of the film that was facing paper backing onto the well saturated glass and position. Spray the outside of the film with the same soapy water solution.

    Hand holding sqeegee over window film to remove bubbles.
    Step 6

    SQUEEGEE

    Starting from the center, use a squeegee to move out all air bubbles and water. If any bubbles remain, rub out to the nearest edge with a paper towel.

    youtube Load video: Window half covered on left side with mosaic-like window film.

    TILING FILMS

    Artscape can easily be cut or tiled together to fit any size window. The pattern repeats left to right and top to bottom on the factory edges. Each sheet is one repeat.

    ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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