 GRAPHIC FILM - HOW TO: Film Installation Instructions |
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On-Site Systems now applies
custom graphic, decorative and frosted glass
films that simulate etched glass and come in
many colors and designs. With years of
experience in glass application of graphic
films, On-Site Systems can provide you the best
quality installation available in today's
marketplace. Click on FILMS
to view our designs and/or a high resolution
photo and place an order for our
products.
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There are varying shades
and colors that can be incorporated in your
design, and by using multiple layers of film we
can create a limitless range of possibilities
for a unique effect while adding dimension and
style to any glass. Applying graphic films is a
quiet and non-obtrusive process which can be
performed in the field with minimal interruption
to the
client.
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Graphic film is a less expensive option
when wanting to achieve the elegant look of
frosted glass without the permanence of
sandblasting. An added benefit of using glass
film is that it can be removed from the glass
which makes it a perfect choice for commercial
and residential spaces that are under lease or
rent. Films can also allow the decor of a space
to change as often as desired without the cost
of replacing the glass.
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| SPECIFICATIONS |
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| A new trend in glass
etching and decor is that of etched glass
graphic film. The etched glass look of frosted
film provides the elegant look of glass etching
without the permanent nature of sandblasting.
Click on FILMS to view our etched glass film
designs and/or a high resolution photo and place
an order for our products. |
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Graphic Film
Specification Checklist Should
Include:
1. Which
Surface of glass to apply film(i.e. 1st or
2nd)? Is there a high traffic side of
the glass? Frosted glass film can be scratched
from handling. If there is a side of the glass
that is less likely to be touched by others, it
is recommended that the film be on that surface.
Surface reflection can wash out the frosted
surface. The frosted areas of the design block
the surface reflection which makes the design
easier to view. A frosted design can be enhanced
or highlighted with proper lighting such as
spotlights.
2. Positive or
Negative design? Clear design in
frosted field or frosted design in clear field?
In most cases, designs with small, fine or
intricate detail on clear glass will be greatly
enhanced when the background is frosted and the
detail left clear. This is commonly referred to
as a negative etch.
3. What type of film? We
offer a wide variety of film types to our
customers, please call our office for
samples.
4. Color film (if
any)? A precise color match on clear
glass will only be color correct when viewed
from the filmed surface. The opposite surface
will always appear shades off.
5.
Placement of art on glass? The industry
standard eye level above the finished floor is
approximately 5'2" to 5'4" above finished floor.
In many cases, the center of a design on a
vertical surface should be raised slightly above
center so as to not appear too low.
6. Specify On-Site
Systems as a source in your plans to
ensure your project will be completed correctly
and in a professional manner.
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