Good blockout vinyl to cover 2000 sq ft of windows???

[sinclairgraphics1]

So I got a job to cover some extremely large windows in an art gallery with a removable block-out vinyl that will only be up for 3 months. They want it dark enough so that they can show a video exhibit. I did this a few years ago for them with a 5% window tint but they didn't think that was quite dark enough. This time we have been looking at several Orajet vinyls that have the gray liner. The seem to block out a decent amount of light with the small tests we've done. There is another product I got from Grimco that has a black adhesive and white vinyl face. This would totally block out light, however, we are concerned with the amount of heat it would create. What suggestions or products could you recommend? Also, we were planning on installing to the inside but now the client is asking if applying them on the outside would help block more light. Please help with any tips and advice on materials.

Thanks!

 

[rjssigns]

Maybe sub it out to your local window tint professional. We do. He knows the heat gain calcs and has the right materials to do a stellar job. Plus they know all the tricks for install on IG panels.

 

[sinclairgraphics1]

Maybe sub it out to your local window tint professional. We do. He knows the heat gain calcs and has the right materials to do a stellar job. Plus they know all the tricks for install on IG panels.

Well me won't be doing window tint for this one. When we did, we ended up having to double up(2 layers) of the 5% to get it dark enough. They didn't want pure blackout film. They prefer the dry application method as well since it's in an art gallery. Plus, I'm on contract with them as their sole sign & graphics vendor so I'd rather not sub out any of the work.

 

[CanuckSigns]

Arlon digital vinyls have a very dark grey adhesive, and they are air release. I would install on the outside of the glass so the sun is hitting the white side to minimize the effect of heat.

 

[TXFB.INS]

have you looked at bus transit vinyl? that stuff is a breeze to remove.
what about wall wrap material? granted have not seen any with opaque backing but the weight / material should be thick enough to do what you need

 

[sinclairgraphics1]

Arlon digital vinyls have a very dark grey adhesive, and they are air release. I would install on the outside of the glass so the sun is hitting the white side to minimize the effect of heat.

Interesting, I have not worked with Arlon before but have see their products at shows. I usually order through Grimco for most of my material. Where do you order Arlon film from?

 

[rjssigns]

Blockout banner hung with double sided tape?

 

[sinclairgraphics1]

Blockout banner hung with double sided tape?

I would do that but some of these windows are massive. The largest one is 90"x452" and they want a clean looking appearance and something that will remove without leaving behind much adhesive. That's why the gray liner removable film is looking like the best choice for this one. Just not sure which one would block out the most and be the most economical for the 3months they'll be up.

 

[J Hill Designs]

They prefer the dry application method as well since it's in an art gallery.

what about a wet install isnt suited for an "art gallery"

sounds like a PITA customer

 

[sinclairgraphics1]

They don't balk at any price so they are an excellent client to have. This will be my biggest job of the year so far. It can be a pain, but definitely worth it.

 

[CanuckSigns]

Interesting, I have not worked with Arlon before but have see their products at shows. I usually order through Grimco for most of my material. Where do you order Arlon film from?

Im in Canada so we won't have the same suppliers.

http://www.arlon.com/find-a-distributor

als, not sure if grimco in the states sells the tru-stock brand as their house brand or not, but it is also a good choice, the adhesive is fairly dark and it is very easy to remove, not air release though, but it is pretty low tack, so you should be able to install dry.

 

[rjssigns]

I would do that but some of these windows are massive. The largest one is 90"x452" and they want a clean looking appearance and something that will remove without leaving behind much adhesive. That's why the gray liner removable film is looking like the best choice for this one. Just not sure which one would block out the most and be the most economical for the 3months they'll be up.

WOW! That's a huge window to cover.

Maybe Mike @ Merritt would have some suggestions?

 

[sinclairgraphics1]

Haven't heard of Merritt. Is that a distributor or a sign company?

 

[TXFB.INS]

http://www.merrittgraphics.com/

they are a MM here who specialize in large scale

 

[GVP]

I think I'd be pretty concerned about the heat aspect - have seen quite a few windows crack.

 

[InstantOneMedia]

Our 4 yr Air Release calendered vinyl has a nice dark gray adhesive and at only $130.00 per roll you won't waste a lot of money on a 3 month application.

www.InstantOneMedia.com
404.228.6326 extension 3
cell: 612.270.7342

Don