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Solar Control Window Film – Happy Spring!

Springtime is a great time to think about controlling heat, glare & UV fading with Window Tint

Whether it is your home or business – comfort and energy costs can be taken care of with the cost effective and valuable addition of Solar Control Window Film. Window tinting is a popular addition to automobiles nationwide because it controls the heat, glare, fading and the comfort level inside your car. The same can be said by installing window film in your home or business – however there is another huge advantage! You save energy and money! Five Star Window Coatings has a variety of window films available for commercial and residential tinting purposes as well as decorative films that can provide solar control, privacy or to simply break up the monotony of stark glass walls or a bank of windows. Check out the commercial we had produced by WZZM 13:

For all of your window filming needs – give us a call for a free home or business assessment! 616-363-0000

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Custom Roller Shades


Five Star Window Coatings does more than window film!

Our in-house printing capabilities allow us to print signs, banners, murals and logos. Another line of products we have to offer is custom roller shades.  Many of our clients choose the sleek look and versatility that roller shades provide. Roller Shades are an easy, elegant way to add style and sophistication to any room, with numerous fabrics, patterns, and colors available to choose from.

From stripes, jacquards to woven textures, the design possibilities are endless. Sheer fabrics are airy and translucent, light filtering fabrics give a soft outline of the outdoors, room darkening fabrics significantly dim the room, and blackout fabric blocks light for ultimate privacy. Embellishments such as a scalloped hems, decorative trims and valances are also available to add a little custom flair. Custom Roller shades can help with solar control issues such as fading, glare and heat – while providing the type of privacy that you need for your space.

Amway Headquarters in Ada chose double roller shades which allow subtle light filtering as well as blackout privacy all in one window blind!

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Safety & Security Window Film Can Buy Extra Time!

An extra two to three minutes could mean the difference between life and death…


In my Security business I have had the opportunity to work with window film companies across the nation. Five Star has proven time and time again they are among the best. Their customer service and attention to detail set them apart from the competition. They always exceed our and the clients expectations.

–Jason Russell, President, Firestorm/Secure Education Consultants

A valuable barrier that buys precious time, installed correctly, Safety & Security Window Film and an Impact Protection Attachment System can help deter unwanted individuals from entering. Protecting buildings, businesses, schools and homes against break-ins, vandalism and even bomb blasts – this film and attachment system technology holds window glass together in the event of breakage. Glass that is more difficult to pass through can therefore buy extra time to help guard against active shooter events that have plagued our country.

School Security is our top priority! The 5-Star Team has been assessing and installing safety and security window film throughout the Midwest since 1989. Many of these assessments uncovered multiple deficiencies in the window film application by the competition. With all the confusion and misinformation about security film and the anchoring systems, we’re offering a free initial assessment of your school(s) window security posture.

5 Star installs state-of-the-art window film technology including 3M Safety & Security Protective Window Film where it is their motto to; “Be safe. Be secure. Be sure.”

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STRATEGIC SAFETY MEASURES CAN SAVE LIVES

S.A.F.E. is an initiative to raise national awareness of the causes and effects of school shootings.

For some insight into the police force mindset in dealing with the impact on the communities in which they serve – Guest Kyle Rehatchek discusses how school shootings have affected the local police force. At 3:04 minutes he talks about how window film “gives time…invisible protection.”  To view – Click on the picture below:

This web show is sponsored by Solar Gard. Through SAFE, the hope is to educate the public on how strategic safety measures can save lives and make a dramatic difference on the outcomes of violent attacks.

 

Five Star Window Coatings offers a free safety and security assessment homes, businesses and most importantly schools.  If you are concerned about the security & safety of your school or business please contact us! Security Window Film with a properly installed attachment system is barrier of invisible protection which in turn can provide precious TIME.

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Security Window Film Without A Proper Attachment System is an EPIC FAIL!

Watch this EPIC FAIL!

This video is an example of Security Window Film with an attachment system installed INCORRECTLY!

Securing a building with Security Film is the first step – but without the CORRECT attachment system the film is useless and a waste of money! Below is an example of  3M 8Mil Security Window Film with the proper attachment system installed by certified installers…..

Whether you are thinking about having security film installed, or if you have security film with an attachment system installed at your school or business already – ensure it’s installed per the manufacturers specifications.  You should not live with a false sense of security. Five Star and Secure Education’s Jason Russell have evaluated many attachment systems and security film installs that have failed. Together we are offering a free initial assessment and evaluation of buildings with and without security film.

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Five Star State of Michigan Recognition For Our Honor

Letter from State Representative Afendoulis

Five Star Window Coatings received the 2017 3M Marketing Leadership Award  –  and the news reached our Michigan State Representative Chris Afendoulis!  We received a letter recognizing and congratulating us on our professional success.

 

Our goal is to always put our customers first – and we strive for excellence!  We look forward to another year of “Saving the World’s Energy…One Window at a Time!’

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The Heat is On – Time for Solar Control!

LET’S GET THAT HEAT UNDER CONTROL!

Window films let in the natural light you love while rejecting heat and UV rays

 

Whether you’re concerned about excessive heat and glare, faded furnishings, security or privacy – we have a window to help you enhance the comfort of your home or business. Window films are designed to reduce the effects of the sun. They help lower energy costs, eliminate hot spots, reduce glare and protect furnishings – all without effecting your view. The biggest bonus is enjoying a more comfortable environment. As summer approaches and the temperature rises, now is a great time to invest in window film.  It will pay-off in the end!

 

Learn more about Solar Control Window Film.

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May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month!

Skin Cancer is the Most Common Type of Cancer in the US.

It can almost always be cured when it’s found & treated early

Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection

Window film is a wise investment for many reasons – but most importantly an excellent strategy to protect you and your family from harmful UV rays.

Window film provides a wide range of benefits in one simple solution:
  • Protection from harmful UV rays
  • Up to 30% energy savings
  • Protection from flying glass in the event of breakage
  • Deterrent against break-ins
  • Enhanced look and privacy
  • Solar control/glare control
  • Increased interior comfort
  • Window film is recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation

Unless specially coated, glass offers no protection from UVA rays, which cause both aging and skin cancer. To protect yourself, your children and even your pets, you need protection from UVA and UVB rays. Window film blocks 99% of both UVA and UVB year-round. It’s like sunscreen for your home!

 

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April 30th is National Window Film Day!

It’s the perfect opportunity to learn everything you need to know about the benefits of window film!

WHATEVER YOUR WINDOW FILM NEEDS ARE – WE’RE HERE TO HELP!

The International Window Film Association (IWFA), a nonprofit trade association representing leading manufacturers, distributors and dealers, is proud to recognize April 30, 2018, as the fifth annual National Window Film Day (NWFD). In alignment with proclamations issued by governors and mayors across the United States, NWFD is a day dedicated to furthering public education of the many benefits of professionally installed window film including: energy efficiency, indoor temperature comfort, blocking of 99 percent of the sun’s UVA rays, the reduction of glare and the fading of furnishings, and protection from possible harmful exposure to skin and eyes.

We have a cost-effective solutions to address saving saving energy, reducing heat, glare & fading, creating privacy, as well as window safety & security!  When it comes to decorative window film – the possibilities are endless!

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5 Star Receives 3M Marketing Leadership Award

3M Prestige Dealer Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona

Randy Hutson, 5 Star Window Coatings Owner/CEO (on left); Dan Borowski, 3M Midwest Territory Manager (center); Nick TeBos, 5 Star Window Coatings Sales Representative (on right)

 

3M Window Films Territory Manager Midwest Dan Borowski had some awesome words to say as 5 Star just picked up the Marketing Leadership Award at the 3M Prestige Dealer Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona: “All cylinders firing! Committed to excellence in every aspect of their business from Office Administration to Installation Crews, led by Owner Randy Hutson who leads by example, sets his company standards and goals internally and externally, and stands by his words and does what he says he will do – ALWAYS, his word being truth!!”

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163 Ann Street NE, Suite 1
Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Feel free to call us during our business hours 9AM-5PM Monday-Friday!

Phone:

616.363.0000

Email:

Randy@fiveswc.com

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