Facts about Fading "As a Rule of Thumb" Laboratory studies of a large variety of fabrics and woods show significant differences in the color stability of these products. Fabric fading results differ depending upon fiber type, dye, color, stability, and/or pattern printing techniques. Expensive fabrics are not necessarily a guarantee of fade protection. Natural wood finishes are much more stable than stains or finishes that alter the natural color of the wood. Wood may actually darken with prolong exposure to UV rather than fade to a lighter color. The nature of certain delicate fabrics and dyes will lead to remature fading regardless of the application of any window film or protective treatment. Will Cool-Max prevent my vehicle interior from fading? No film product prevents fading entirely. Fading is a chemical reaction to a combination of heat, light and ultraviolet. While Cool-Max will reduce fading and interior damage, no product eliminates fading. Will it help my air-conditioning unit in my vehicle? Applying Cool-Max Automotive Window Films to your vehicle will help reduce heat gain into your driving compartment. This will subsequently help your air-conditioning unit from continuously pumping out cool air at a maximum setting. Therefore, once a comfort level is reached by your vehicle’s air-conditioning unit, maintaining that comfort level will not be as difficult. Does automotive film provide extra protection if the window is broken? Automotive glass, except for the windshield, is tempered. Meaning, when it breaks, it breaks into hundreds of little pieces. When Cool-Max is applied to this type of glass, it holds the little pieces together. This lessens the possibility of human injury and interior damage if you are in an accident and makes clean up quite easy. How is the film protected from scratches caused by keys and rings, etc.? Automotive Window Films are protected with a durable scratch resistant coating constructed of silicone. This coating is designed to protect the film from normal wear and tear, as well as regular cleaning, when done with a paper towel or soft cloth and mild soapy water. What do the professionals recommend? Professionals recommend the Metallized Automotive Window Films because they offer extra protection for both you and the product. The extra protection means the film will last longer and stand up to the damaging sun’s rays longer. Why I need Cool-Max window film? Automotive glass (except windshields) and ordinary architectural glass found in homes and offices only protect occupants from UVB rays. It has been found that UVA rays have detrimental effects on humans such as premature aging of the skin, cancers of the skin and eye disease such as cataracts and age related and macular degeneration. Cool-Max provides 99% UVA and UVB protection. Why would someone want Cool-Max instead of conventional glass tinting? Many individuals do not like a ‘tinted appearance'. They are afraid they will not be able to see out and prefer a clear appearance on their vehicle. Cool-Max at 85% visible light transmission (front windscreen) & 35% visible light transmission (side & rear windscreen) on glass provides a virtually clear appearance in cars. Does Cool-Max provide the same degree of solar protection as darker tinting films? No, because Cool-Max has such a high light transmission it does not provide the heat and glare reduction of darker (20%, 35%, etc.) glass tinting. However, many of the darker tinting films are only colored films and does not offer any sort of heat rejection. Why does Cool-Max cost more than some of the traditional films? Because it is difficult to make a high light transmission product with such a high level of UV absorbers and still maintain good optical clarity. How should I clean my window after the film is applied? Windows with film applied are easily cleaned without damage to their appearance as long as a few common-sense guidelines are followed: 1. Use a soft clean cloth, soft paper towel, or clean synthetic sponge. 2. Use a soft cloth or squeegee for drying the window. 3. Use any normal glass cleaning solution which contains no abrasive materials What are the laws of automotive window tinting? The laws regarding window film vary from province to province. The following are a summation of the laws in each province: In some provinces, for the driver’s compartment, right and left, the net minimum Visible Light Transmittance is 70% on automotive net basis. Any film may be installed behind the driver’s compartment, provided the vehicle is outfitted with 2 exterior rear view mirrors. Note: Laws vary from province to province and may change at any time.