Browse Forums Windows & Doors 1 Feb 16, 2011 8:35 pm Can anyone recommend a good contractor for this? What's a fair rate? Should we ask for a specific type of film? Any suggestions? All I know is that we want something grey ... just to provide day time privacy and help with S/W sun. My signature is distracting people from my wise posts ... Re: Window Tinting (Sydney) 2Feb 16, 2011 8:41 pm I just used the local tint-a-car franchise (In melbourne) who did an excellent job. Still looks good 4 years later. IMHO 85% metallic is best for reflecting heat rather than a grey tint. it gives a mirror like appearance in daytime from outside but doesn't really affect the view outside. The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: Window Tinting (Sydney) 4Feb 16, 2011 8:52 pm Not just for privacy but also to keep the sun out. My film is on west facing windows and works well with that even on summer afternoons. The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: Window Tinting (Sydney) 6Feb 17, 2011 4:56 am They should be able to give you a quote over the phone. As its about 4 years ago My idea of costs will be out of date. You can buy the film and DIY, which I did the first time I used it about 15 years ago. The professionals do a much better job though. The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: Window Tinting (Sydney) 7Feb 17, 2011 7:11 am Thanks, b. Yes, I actually spotted some film at Bunnings the other day. Apparently need to use baby shampoo for the installation ... wouldn't attempt it on my own, though !! My signature is distracting people from my wise posts ... I have been looking into getting quotes for a reno I am doing shortly. I have been looking at Trend and Wideline for both windows and doors. I did enquire with Vista but… 0 6149 Hi I live in a 100yr old semi and my neighbour added an additional floor last yr and our architect has advised that we can knock down our semi and build a free-standing… 0 37681 Hi all, We are looking to build a new two storey house in western Sydney. Can anyone recommend a smallish builder to go with? We are trying to stay away from the big… 0 12110 |