Frosted
and decorative Etch type films can transform an
otherwise plain piece of glass into an attractive
display. The film simulates Sandblasted or Etched
Glass and is available in a variety of densities.
Llumar NRM PS2 Frosted window film is very versatile
film, available in a variety of sizes ranging from
36”, 48”, 60” and 72”. It
has a frosted matte type finish. FTS Sandblast is
one of the lighter films that look just like regular
sandblasted glass. Frosted Glass is more of a medium-cut
sandblast finish that has a very slight sparkle
to it. Frosted Sparkle and Frosted Crystal have
a ‘deeper-cut’ look with a little more
sparkle. Frosted Gold and Frosted Blue have the
same effect with the option of adding the color.
These can be used in combination to provide a nice
design pattern with a tone-on-tone effect. Other
popular films include Rice Paper, Sagano, Rippled
Water and Glue Chip.
Frosted and Sandblast films are very effective for
letting a lot of natural light into an interior
space while still providing privacy. The privacy
level is determined by how much of the design is
Frosted or clear.
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NRM PS2 Frosted |
FTS
Frosted Gold |
FTS
Rice Paper |
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| FTS
Sandblast |
FTS
Crystal Glue Chip |
FTS
Frosted Crystal |
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| FTS
Frosted Glass |
FTS
Diamond Etch |
FTS
Frosted Blue |
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| This photo was taken from the corridor
or glass side. The film was installed
on the other side of the glass. |
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How
is the Design Created?
At times a very specific pattern or design is required
and the Architect, Interior Designer, or homeowner
provides the artwork. (Image of plan drawing
to be provided by Meagan) This may need to
be modified to fit the actual dimensions of the
glass on site. Scaled drawings are then developed
for the client’s approval. These can be faxed
or emailed. (Our computer sketch as supplied
by Meagan)
We create our designs using Omega 2.1.0 software
on PC based computers. We are able to import vector
type files in ai. (Adobe Illustrator),
eps. (Encapsulated Post Script) and pdf.
Occasionally even these files will not import properly.
If files can’t be sent in these formats, the
logo or image may have to be re-created. We can
also scan camera-ready artwork. Once the image is
created and sized properly, it is sent to the plotter
that will cut the film to the actual size. (Picture
of plotter cutting) Typically the cut portions
of the film are covered with a transfer sheet or
premask. This will hold the cut pieces in place
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| The image is input into the computer
and the first film for cutting is sent
to the plotter. |
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| The pressure and speed are set on
the plotter. Each film requires a specified
amount of pressure. The film is loaded
and aligned for cutting. Each film type
is cut separately then premasked as
required. |
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| The film is then taken to the job
site and installed. After the installation,
the premask is removed along with the
cut portions of film that should be
clear. |
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| By using a host frosted and vinyl
types, from transparent, translucent
to completely opaque, we can create
a design or pattern that will suit your
space and décor. |
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| LUMIGRAF
has a wide variety of decorative
plastics. This is not a self-adhesive
product, and is typically suspended
between two layers of glass or lexan.
There are a number of applications for
this particular product line. Click
here to checkout the design
potential. |
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TIPS
If the design has sharp points or corners, care
should be taken when cleaning. Clean away from the
points as opposed to wiping your cloth directly
into a point. This will minimize the cloth catching
a sharp point and causing it to snag on the cloth.
Cleaning is easy with a soft cloth or paper towel,
with a mild cleaning solution. Typical household
window cleaners are fine. |
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