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Tempered glass is expensive but necessary for some home remodels-window film can be used as a cost-effective alternative though.

Bring The Windows On Your Austin Remodel Up To Code With 3M Window Film

Bring The Windows On Your Austin Remodel Up To Code With 3M Window Film

Bringing Your Austin Home Windows Up To Code During A Remodel

Anyone who has ever done a Home remodel will tell you– they are expensive they can drag on for a long time when unexpected things pop up but overall are worth the effort to get to the home of your dreams.   One issue that often happens during remodels is that parts of your home end up needing to be brought up to code in order for you to proceed with your project.  One of these areas is windows. In older homes especially, there are windows in areas considered dangerous that now require shatterproof or tempered glass: bathroom, stairwells, sliding glass doors or large plate glass window all require safety glass.  Replacing the glass in these areas with safety glass could run you thousands of dollar and slow down your remodel.  An easy and affordable alternative to safety glass and one that satisfies building codes is 3M safety film.  Using this instead of tempered glass during your remodel will save you time, money and frustration.

Can Safety Window Film Be Used Instead Of Tempered Glass To Bring Austin Remodels Up To Code?

Glass areas that are innately hazardous are required by law to have glazed/tempered glass on them.  These are areas where people could easily slip and fall like stairs and bathrooms or large areas like sliding doors or front windows.   However, an acceptable substitute for replacing the plate glass in these areas with tempered glass,  that is also budget-friendly, is 3M Safety Window Film.   This safety film meets code requirements but costs a lot less than replacing the glass. It is also very easy to have 3M window film installed and it usually only takes one day. The combination of saved time and money makes 3M safety window film a smart alternative to tempered glass when it comes to your Austin home or commercial remodel.

Watch this video for more information on security window film instead of tempered glass.

Don’t let your remodel get the best of you.  Get your windows up to code the right way and for a fraction of the cost of full window replacement by contacting Scottish Window Tinting today!

 

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