What is "smash and grab"?
How does ArmourGard™ work to help prevent “smash and grab”?
Can ArmourGard™ be penetrated?
Is ArmourGard™ bullet proof?
Should I use ArmourGard™ instead of an alarm?
Does ArmourGard™ work well with alarms?
Which ArmourGard™ product should I use?
How much does ArmourGard™ cost?
How can ArmourGard™ protect me in such natural disasters as earthquakes or hurricanes…?
What are the specifics of the warranty?
Where should I use ArmourGard™?

What is "smash and grab"?
“Smash and grab” is the media term used to describe the process of a burglar breaking or “smashing” through a window or glass door in an office home or retail store, and removing or “grabbing” valuables like computers, tools, jewelry, confidential business information, etc., …all within a matter of minutes. Over 70% of all break-ins occur through glass.

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How does security window film work to help prevent “smash and grab”?
Security window film forms a molecular bond to the glass. This bond holds the glass together even after multiple forceful impacts. Although the glass may be broken or cracked, it remains adhered to the film and will stay intact inside the frame. The burglar is hence deterred from entering the premises owing to the difficulty in entering your home/office.

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Can security window film be penetrated?
Yes it can, as with any form of security system. However, it does take significant time. Time is the most important asset and liability that a burglar has to rely on. As most “smash and grabs” take place in minutes, it is unlikely that a burglar will waste time in trying to repeatedly break a window in order to gain entry into a house/office.

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Is security window film bullet proof?
Security window film is not a replacement for bullet-proof glass or lexans. However, in certain combinations of glass thickness and film thickness, security film has proven to stop some low caliber bullets from penetrating, but it is not designed specifically for this use.

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Should I use security film instead of an alarm?
Motion sensing alarms detect that a burglar is already inside your home or establishment.

Security film has no detecting capabilities but limits potential burglars from gaining access to begin with.

Security film is one form of security available to the consumer. However, since each case of theft is different, it is best if security film is used in conjunction with a security alarm for best results.

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Does security film work well with alarms?
Security film when used with certain glass break detector alarms or shock sensors is optimal. If a potential perpetrator attempts to break in via the window or glass door area, the alarm can be tripped, therefore adding an element of shock to the burglar who has already been detected without having gained access. Repeated attempts create more noise and take more time. Since most “smash and grabs” take place in mere minutes, the resulting time delay and noise factor is generally sufficient to scare off most would be thieves in favor of easier targets.

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Which security product should I use?
The best film for the job is the thickest with the most number of plies or layers. Take into consideration budget constraints, for it may be better to use a thinner film with an alarm versus spending your whole budget on security film. Call us @ 1-877-569-TINT or email us at estimates@windowprotect.com to get a free estimate.

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How much does security film cost?
Security film installation ranges from $6 - $12 per square foot of glass. The variants in price are dependent on thickness of film versus difficulty of installation.

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How can security film protect me in natural disasters such as earthquakes?
During explosions or natural disasters, flying glass is often the greatest contributor to human injury and/or fatalities. Security film can prevent these injuries by helping to keep the glass intact inside its frame.

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What are the specifics of the warranty?
All safety/security window films have a limited manufacturer’s 10 year warranty against change of colour, peeling, bubbling, rippling, cracking, adhesive failure, delamination and demetallization, when installed by an authorized professional installer.

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Where should I use security film?
Security film should be used to protect glass windows and doors and anywhere that valuables are kept in your home, office or storefront.

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