Upgrade Existing Windows to Smart Glass
You love your current windows or office partitions, but you need privacy. Replacing the glass with factory-laminated smart glass is incredibly expensive and disruptive. The solution? Switchable Privacy Glass Retrofits. Using self-adhesive PDLC technology, Installix can convert your standard annealed or tempered glass into high-tech switchable glass. This retrofit solution saves money, time, and waste while delivering the exact same functionality as smart glass installed from scratch.
Retrofit Applications
Boardrooms & Meeting Rooms
Eliminate the "fishbowl" effect. Turn glass walls opaque for confidential meetings and clear for open collaboration instantly.
Residential Bedrooms
Have a window facing a neighbor? Retrofit it with smart film. Keep it clear for the view during the day, and switch to frost for privacy at night.
Medical & Dental Clinics
Replace unhygienic curtains with wipeable, instant-privacy smart glass surfaces. Ideal for patient privacy and infection control.
The Solution: Surface Application
We apply the smart film layer to the interior surface of your existing glass. It acts as a laminate, adding safety (shatter resistance) while providing the switchable opacity. The film is cut to fit your glass precisely, leaving a tiny reveal at the edge.
Why Choose Installix?
- Precision Cutting: We measure and cut on-site or CNC-cut the film to ensure a perfect fit, even for out-of-square frames.
- Optical Clarity: We use high-quality film with low haze in the clear state, preserving your view.
- Cost Savings: Retrofitting costs ~40-50% less than replacing the glass with smart glass units.
Technical Specifications
| Comparison | Retrofit Film vs. Laminated Smart Glass |
|---|---|
| Installation Time | Hours (Film) vs. Weeks (Glass Manufacturing). |
| Clarity (ON) | Film: ~88% VLT. Glass: ~89% VLT. Very similar performance. |
| Durability | Film is scratch-coated but exposed. Glass protects the PDLC layer inside. Retrofit is best for low-abrasion areas. |
Our Process: Transform in a Day
Step 1: Site Prep
We protect the area and meticulously clean the glass.
Step 2: Installation
We apply the film "dry" to avoid water damage to electrical components.
Step 3: Power Up
We connect the power and test. The transformation is instant.
Pricing Factors
- Shape: Rectangles are standard. Curves or cut-outs (for door handles) require CNC cutting.
- Silicone: Smart film requires special non-acidic silicone for edging. This is included in our price.
Our Service Promise
We bring the future to your existing windows.
Why Oakville Residents Trust Installix
Local Compliance
We meet all building codes specific to Oakville.
Fast Response
Our technicians are frequently in Oakville.
Weather Ready
Glass rated for our freeze/thaw cycles.
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