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Gila Heat Control Platinum Adhesive Residential DIY Window Film Sun Blocking Glare Reduction 4ft x 15ft (48in x 180in)

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48" x 15'
Brand Gila
Color Platinum
Size 48" x 15'
Product Dimensions 180"L x 48"W
Installation Type Peel and Stick
Ultraviolet Light Protection YES

About this item

  • ENERGY EFFICIENT: Rejects up to 71% of total Solar Energy
  • PROTECTS INTERIORS: Blocks up to 99% of UV rays, helping to keep your interior from fading
  • INCREASED COMFORT: Reduces glare up to 69%, making interiors more comfortable
  • DAYTIME PRIVACY: Mirrored exterior appearance provides daytime privacy (when the sun is down and lights are on inside, film no longer conceals views)
  • EASY INSTALL, LASTING RESULTS: Durable adhesive material is easy to handle and firmly sticks to windows for ongoing benefits

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4.0 4.0
Energy efficiency
3.8 3.8
Easy to install
2.9 2.9

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48" x 15'
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From the manufacturer

Gila Heat Control Window Film Platinum

Daytime Privacy

Glare Control UV Block

Covers 3 Windows

Gila Platinum Heat Control Window Film features advanced technology that blocks heat, reflects UV rays and reduces glare for increased interior comfort. Highly-reflective material on the exterior provides excellent daytime privacy while maintaining your view from outside. Gila Platinum Heat Control Window Film does not offer nighttime privacy-when its dark outside and the lights are on inside, the film no longer conceals views.

The mirrored exterior appearance reduces glare up to 69% with 28% Visible Light Transmission, making interiors cooler, more comfortable, and giving you an unobstructed view of the outside. Gila Heat Control Window Films block up to 99% of UV rays, helping to keep your pristine interiors from fading.

Gila Platinum Heat Control Window Film is available in 15 ft. long rolls and 3 and 4 ft widths, enough to sufficiently cover up to 3 standard windows. Our window films can be applied to all window shapes, such as a patio and French doors, and half-round windows.

Help bock heat and glare reject heat reject solar energy block UV reduce glare

2 Year

Eastman Chemical Company Eastman Performance Films

Gila Complete Application Kit Window Film Tools Installation

Gila Window Films are warranted against manufacturing defects for a period of two years from the date of original purchase. Please visit the Gila Window Films website for additional details.

Eastman is the leading manufacturer and marketer of high performance window films for automotive and architectural applications, which includes the Gila Do-it-Yourself window film brand.

Gila makes it easy to install your new window film over the weekend. Pick up a Gila Complete Window Film Application Kit (Gila model # RTK500) for everything you need to get a smooth finish and more satisfying results in less time.

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Product Description

Gila Platinum Heat Control Window Film features advanced technology that blocks heat, reflects UV rays and reduces glare for increased interior comfort. Highly-reflective material on the exterior provides superior daytime privacy while maintaining your view of the outside. Gila Platinum Heat Control Window Film does not offer nighttime privacy–when it’s dark outside and lights are on inside, the film no longer conceals views. With How-To videos and Tips, the film is hassle-free to install and perfect for weekend DIY projects. Gila films are the brand leader in DIY (do it yourself) window films. Our best in class deep dyeing, coating, and adhesive technologies have helped design higher performing, longer lasting films that are among the best in the marketplace. We manufacture and package our films at our world class manufacturing facility located in Martinsville, VA USA in order to measure and ensure tight quality and performance standards from start to finish.

From the Manufacturer

Gila films are the brand leader in DIY (do it yourself) window films. Our best in class deep dyeing, coating, and adhesive technologies have helped design higher performing, longer lasting films that are among the best in the marketplace. We manufacture and package our films at our world class manufacturing facility located in Martinsville, VA USA in order to measure and ensure tight quality and performance standards from start to finish.

Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
808 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance and ease of installation of the window film. They mention that it works well and reduces glare. Some complain about the material being thin and easily torn. Customers are mixed on ease of install, value, and appearance.

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125 customers mention108 positive17 negative

Customers like the heat resistance of the window film. They mention that it cuts the heat entering the rooms, improves temperature control, and reduces heating cost. The product is also certified heat reflection and has a good amount of mirror effect when inside.

"...The interior is slightly darkened as on an overcast day. My house seems cooler, and I expect my summer cooling costs will be lower than in..." Read more

"...This has also helped with the cold snap we are going through, it helps keep our heat in, instead of flowing out our gigantic windows...." Read more

"...been on the window for less than 6 hours and I love it already- so much cooler and the sun is not blinding (and its also saving my interiors...)..." Read more

"...let’s a good amount of natural light through, but the amount of heat it blocks is great...." Read more

109 customers mention94 positive15 negative

Customers like the performance of the window film. They mention that it works well, looks premium, and provides great privacy. Some customers also mention that the spray is their friend and helps the film go on cleanly and minimizes scratches.

"...Flattened out on the floor, it worked quite well for cutting and spraying the film...." Read more

"...The spray is your friend. It helps the film go on cleanly and minimizes scratches on the film as you smooth it on...." Read more

"...I even replaced the whole HVAC system. Well the results were astounding, I chopped my therms and kilowatt useage by more than half in comparison..." Read more

"This stuff works great. I installed it in nearly all my house windows last weekend, until the roll ran out...." Read more

54 customers mention38 positive16 negative

Customers like the glare of the window film. They say it is a great product that reduces gla re and heat, while still allowing a substantial amount of light to pass through. Customers also appreciate the reduction in visibility from the outside.

"...I'm very pleased with the final result. The interior is slightly darkened as on an overcast day...." Read more

"...It adds a slightly bluish tint to the windows, and if someone was really looking, you can see it. We have 2 6'x6' windows, and one 6'3' window...." Read more

"...I wish it weren't so reflective and I wish it didn't have so much waste, but it's better than no film if you live in a hot or ultra cold climate." Read more

"...less than 6 hours and I love it already- so much cooler and the sun is not blinding (and its also saving my interiors...)-..." Read more

172 customers mention74 positive98 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of installation. Some mention that it's easier for most people than them, it went up easy on their 53 x 23 windows, and is a DIY project that saves on install costs, while others say that it can be very challenging to install, and can be difficult to do by yourself, especially if it' s your first time. It takes a lot of patience to work with, and it can quickly become a nightmare.

"...It's messy, involved work, but we were able to do it in about 2-3 hours...." Read more

"...It took about 13 minutes per window, regardless of size. A few things we learned:1) Buy the application kit...." Read more

"...So we made the choice to get this.Cons:- You need two people to install: I tried it myself and put kinks/lines in the sheet..." Read more

"...That was better than expected!The product is easy to install but is time consuming and your elbows and hands will be sore after you're..." Read more

54 customers mention27 positive27 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the window film. Some mention that it's a great buy, well worth the time and effort, and really makes a difference. Others say that it was a horrible investment, very expensive trash, and the quality of the product was mediocre.

"...Using this tint was probably the quickest and least expensive of my home energy savings projects...." Read more

"...It is pricey, but if you are struggling with heating/cooling, or just really hot windows, this stuff will do the trick...." Read more

"...At the end of the day, I give this product a 5/5 because it is well worth the time and smaller monetary investment...." Read more

"...BOTTOM LINE: If you want to reduce heat, this is a waste of money. If you want privacy, it works great." Read more

39 customers mention21 positive18 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the appearance of the window film. Some mention that the end result looks great, it really cools the room and has a mirror finish look on the outside. Others say that it looks terrible and does the job, but it's still good. Some customers also mention that it'll become dull after installing one roll.

"...I’m attached picture the tinted protons are very dark and has a slight mirror effect.. and trust me, during day, you will not be able to see in from..." Read more

"...image on the outside was also somewhat distorted and not very pleasing to look at from the outside on the lanai...." Read more

"...This film has done wonders for our living room. We didn't even put the old curtains back up.A couple of things I will mention...." Read more

"UPDATE TO REVIEW - June 4, 2013My first application of this film looked bad, but did the job, so I tried a second time...." Read more

61 customers mention6 positive55 negative

Customers are disappointed with the durability of the window film. They mention that it is very thin and can easily tear, scratch, or rip. They also say that it's fragile and easily creases. Some customers say that the roll delivered by Amazon was damaged, with small star-like crease every 6 inches.

"...uncurl it, but I think it's a waste of time, and it increases the chances of damaging the film.I cleaned each window pane thoroughly...." Read more

"...It is SUPER delicate: It doesn't come wrapped around a cardboard tube so you really need to be super careful...." Read more

"...facing up (i.e. the inside of the curl) is the film and it scratches VERY easily, even with a kink or fingernail..." Read more

"...upon itself as you can see in the photos it essential delaminates itself at those folds, leaving visible lines after install...." Read more

52 customers mention3 positive49 negative

Customers are not happy with the wrinkles in the window film. They mention that the creases are visible and are very fragile. Some customers also report that the film has small star-like crease every 6 inches near both sides. The film is very fragile and is extremely vulnerable to crinkling.

"...Wrinkles are the enemy and will make hanging this stuff loads harder...." Read more

"...I noticed the creases as I unrolled the film, but thought that they would not be there after removing the protective film and smoothing the film on..." Read more

"...Without the backing, it is very light and crinkly, so if a corner flies up when you're carrying it, or curls up from its tendency to do so from..." Read more

"...So far I bought 4 rolls and one had a slight crease of dots and it carried in one line section all along the film...." Read more

Lots of good info here, here is what worked for me.
4 Stars
Lots of good info here, here is what worked for me.
Here are my thoughts after having done this in two houses and having paid a pro to do a couple LARGE windows in our old house.First, there are a few things worth pointing out that make this job a little easier:1. wear pants with pockets or a loop you can use. I found it easier to keep the bottle of solution with the trigger hanging in my pocket, and therefore always available when I was us in the window vice anything else.2. keep your fingers moist with solution while handling the film.3. realize that when the film comes out of the box it is rolled up with the plastic protection TO THE OUTSIDE. Do NOT lay anything heavy on the film side facing up when you unroll it, as the side facing up (i.e. the inside of the curl) is the film and it scratches VERY easily, even with a kink or fingernail (in fact, you should probably remove all jewelry and have short nails for this job, just a thought)4. you CAN mark on the film with a standard ballpoint pen. No issue to do this if you cut the film larger than the frame as intended (the marks will come off in the refuse).5. work top to bottom on the windows for both cleaning and applying the film. That way you aren't leaking down on recently applied film if you start on the bottom.6. don't do this in bright sunlight, it dries the fluid too quickly.7. don't fight the film. If it's wet and so is the window, it will pretty much stick itself... LET IT.8. keeping the film wet is tantamount to success. use LOTS of fluid, or when it sticks to itself you'll never get it undone. The fluid is cheap and even cheaper to make.9. same goes for the squeegee part... keep it wet on the outside, or you'll scratch the film.10. start in a upper pane typically above your POV so if you mess up in the corner a little bit, it won't matter. a little tear in the corner will NOT keep the film from working.11. don't stress over little bubbles, you can't get them all out and most of them will disappear in a couple of days12. don't put tape as far onto the pieces to separate as they show in the picture. It's a bear to get off afterwards, and you only need the smallest corner to separate the two. So try and keep the tape outside of the field and in the part you'll cut off.13. Watch the videos on their site.2nd it's good to establish a protocol or pattern to how you do this, so you can get faster and get more consistent results as you go. Here is a quick outline of the one I used:1st. clean the upper window panel(s) and wipe them down with a lint free cloth or a microfiber towel (no paper towels allowed in this operation AT ALL.. too much dust).2nd cut the film for the panel, being sure to leave 1/2"-1" overlap all around, especially if you don't have a factory edge3rd apply the tape to the corner4th wet the film on the upper side (curl in side)5th. wet the window6th using a helper if necessary, wet your fingers, and then start to SLOWLY separate the film from the backer (your helper can help here if needed) and soak it as you go with the fluid using your wet hands to hold the film, hand the sprayer from you pant pocket7th. hold the film roughly over the window so it covers all the side and then move it slowly closer to the window. The film should at some point 'pull' toward the window like metal to a magnet.8th. wet the outside of the film again9th squeegee from the middle to the left and right working you way up the window from the center, then from the center down to the bottom.10th if you see anything behind the film as you go, keep your fingers wet, peel the film back, remove the material (keeping the film wet). Then rewet the window, place the film back in place, rewet the outside, and then squeegee again.Then repeat for the lower panel.Let it stand for about 10 minutes and then come back and check it for major air bubbles, etc. Fix it if you need to, otherwise leave it alone. :)This stuff works... and no, you can't grow plants that need sunlight behind it very well.
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L. Vallance
5.0 out of 5 stars Better Than Expected!
Reviewed in Canada on August 8, 2023
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Kristian
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen producto a buen precio
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great quality
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RDW
5.0 out of 5 stars Effective heat and uv control.
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RDW
5.0 out of 5 stars Effective heat and uv control.
Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2016
Film arrived before estimated arrival. Applied easily and smoothly after thorough glass cleaning with razor blade and Scotch-Brite heavy duty scrubbing pad and wetting with baby shampoo solution. Hint: spraying area to be trimmed in addition to a very sharp blade makes the trimming cut smooth and easy.
I had some film left over so applied a second layer to the lower 12 inches of the sliding door to provide extra protection to the portion of the rug not shaded by the floor-length sheers. I still had film left over so applied a third layer to the lower 9 inches and spliced in an additional 4 inches to the top of the second layer extending it to 16 inches. The shade progression looks great on the window and provides extra protection to the rug by the window where it is not shaded by the sheers. Note to self: splicing over an underlying layer is not as effective as splicing only a single layer as can be seen in the photo. This is because if the knife cuts through the underlying film the cut cannot be closed because the underlying film will no longer move. A 1/4 inch strip of the left hand edge of the right window was spliced into the base layer to remove a ragged edge from cutting with a dull knife and without wetting. The splice is joined and almost invisible. The splice does not show at all in the photo. Compare to the spliced 4 inches at top of the bottom second layer. Sections of the splice where the knife went through the underlying film are visible. Overall I am very pleased with the Gila UV and IR window film.
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Terry
3.0 out of 5 stars I purchased a used one but 8ft shorter
Reviewed in Canada on December 28, 2023
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