How much more expensive is smart glass?

How much more expensive is smart glass?

Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $100 per square foot for smart glass windows, as compared to $10 to $15 per square foot for regular glass.

How much does ElectraTint cost?

$49.00 per square foot
ElectraTint sells for $49.00 per square foot shipped within the continental United States for our self-installation customers. You will need some additional parts such as at least 1 transformer per 100 square foot which cost $174.99 each.

Can you see out of smart tint?

Smart Tint® film applies to any new or existing smooth glass surface. Easily control our switchable film™ from clear to frosted (opaque) with the click of a button or command from your smart phone. Smart Tint® switchable privacy film™ is private frosted and opaque when powered off and transparent clear when powered on.

How much does electrochromic film cost?

$50 to $150 per square foot
Smart Window Film. Switchable glass, which may refer to PDLC, SPD or electrochromic products, costs $50 to $150 per square foot and includes all materials and installation. If you want to buy smart film that you can have a pro apply to your existing windows, you’ll pay $25 to $50 per square foot.

Are electrochromic windows expensive?

Existing electrochromic window designs cost around $100 per square foot. Soladigm has not disclosed how much its windows will cost, but some experts say the method could reduce the cost to around $20 per square foot.

Do you need a heat gun for tinting?

The heat gun is not necessary, but will make the tint look smoother. If you decide to use a heat gun window tint application, apply it to the outside so you don’t melt the film. Use your spray bottle full of hot water to spray on the glass to make it easier for your squeegee to smooth it out.

Is tinting your own windows hard?

Having a professional install window tint is easy and not very time consuming, but it can be an expensive undertaking. Thankfully, the process to tint windows at home is not terribly difficult, but there are some things to keep in mind along the way.

Does smart glass require electricity?

While it does consume power to operate electric glass and film, it does not require very much of it. Only 5 watts of power are consumed per 10 square feet of film or glass, making 120 square feet consume no more energy than a 60 watt lightbulb.