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The main film types we recommend

Different films solve different problems. Here's how we group them.

Reflective privacy film on residential windows

Privacy Films

Increase privacy and comfort without closing the shades.

Solar control film on floor-to-ceiling condo windows

Solar Control Films

Reduce heat, cut glare, and save on energy.

Safety film holding cracked glass in place

Safety & Security Films

Help hold glass together and protect what matters.

Decorative frosted film on office glass partition

Decorative Films

Add style, branding, and functional design.

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How film types compare

Ratings are typical performance levels for professional-grade XPEL VISION film. Exact results vary by product and glass. Rows are relative performance across the four families.

Performance	Privacy Films	Solar Control	Safety & Security	Decorative
Privacy (daytime)
Natural light kept
Heat rejection
Glare reduction
UV protection
Appearance (neutral look)

5 Excellent / 4 Very Good / 3 Good / 2 Fair / 1 Limited

Safety & Security: ratings reflect clear security film. Neutral security films (e.g. Security 8mil Neutral 35) add heat and glare control.
Decorative: UV protection varies by product. Films like White Frost reject 99% UV; some etched-look films (e.g. Dusted Crystal) reject far less. Confirm per product.

Privacy Films

Reflective Privacy: XPEL VISION Evening View 5

8% VLT, 57% exterior reflectance, 81% total solar energy rejected, 99% UV rejection, 92% glare reduction.

Mirror-like exterior by day for maximum daytime privacy. Best for street-facing condos, ground-floor units, and south or west glass.

Neutral Dark: XPEL VISION Dark Neutral 15

12% VLT, 20% exterior reflectance, 70% total solar energy rejected, 99% UV rejection, 86% glare reduction.

Darker privacy without a strong mirror look, where a reflective exterior is not wanted.

Solar Control Films

Balanced: XPEL VISION Clear View Plus 40

40% VLT, 62% total solar energy rejected, 94% infrared rejection (780-2500nm), 99% UV rejection, 53% glare reduction.

Strong heat cut while keeping natural light.

Maximum clarity: XPEL VISION All Season Intelligence 65

66% VLT, 52% total solar energy rejected, 89% infrared rejection, 99% UV rejection.

Keeps the most light while still reducing heat.

Safety & Security Films

Clear: XPEL VISION Security Clear 8mil

89% VLT (virtually clear), 99% UV rejection. 8 mil, tensile strength 30,000 psi, break strength 240 lbs/in, puncture strength 141 lbs.

Holds glass together on impact while staying invisible.

Heavier: XPEL VISION Security Clear 14mil

88% VLT, 99% UV. 14 mil, break strength 420 lbs/in, puncture strength 230 lbs.

Higher break and puncture resistance where risk is elevated.

Safety plus solar: XPEL VISION Security 8mil Neutral 35

38% VLT, 50% total solar energy rejected, 99% UV rejection.

Adds heat and glare control to the security layer.

Decorative Films

Frosted: XPEL VISION White Frost

65% VLT, 99% UV rejection.

Etched-glass privacy look.

Etched clear: XPEL VISION Dusted Crystal

86% VLT. Subtle frosted finish. Note: lower UV rejection than White Frost, specify per project if UV matters.

Subtle decorative finish with more light transmission.

Bird-safe: XPEL VISION Bird Safe Dotted

88% VLT, 99% UV rejection.

Collision-deterrent dotted pattern.

Values from XPEL VISION published data, tested on 1/8" (3mm) glass. Nominal and for guidance. Exact results depend on the product specified and the glazing assembly.

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