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Choosing the right product for advertising on retail windows—where clean and easy removability is essential—can be confusing. Finding a solution that saves both time and money is key.

The problem.

Traditionally, the go-to material for temporary window graphics would have been Static Cling Vinyl. This PVC-based film relies on the static electrical charge within the film to attract (cling) to a surface that has an opposite charge such as like glass without the need of any adhesive.

While Static Cling Vinyl offers some benefits, it has significant downsides:

• Environmental concerns – Being a PVC film, it is not the most eco-friendly option.
• Limited shelf life – The material degrades after about six months as plasticisers migrate out of the PVC, leading to a less flexible film and a reduction in its effectiveness.
• Performance issues – It struggles in colder conditions and high-humidity environments such as beauty salons and launderettes.

The solution.

Glass Apeel window graphic material works differently, utilising something called van der Waals force. Its smooth, non-sticky underside has a microporous layer that expands the film's surface area, creating a dull, grip-like feel. When applied to a smooth surface such as glass or metal, the film naturally aligns with it, keeping it firmly in place.

To remove it, simply peel from one corner—the alignment breaks, and the grip releases instantly, leaving no residue.

Glass Apeel is available in transparent clear and white with block-out properties. It is printable using Latex, UV, and Eco-solvent inks, making it easy to create effective advertising on glass, acrylic, and other smooth surfaces.

Benefits of Glass Apeel:

• Easy to install – Completely repositionable and fully reusable
• Residue-free – Leaves no mess upon removal
• Eco-friendly – Free from PVC and shrinkage issues
• Temperature-resistant – Stays flat and performs well in varying conditions

Typical uses:

• Retail window & in-store displays
• Temporary point-of-sale advertising
• Exhibitions and events
• Office branding and partition screening
• Architectural and interior design
• Trade fairs

Application method:

• Use dry or wet application on clean and degreased smooth substrates at temperatures above 10^oC
• Printed media should dry for at least 24 hours before lamination

The range:

All available in 10m and 30m rolls

• Transparent – 100% optically clear for glass and acrylic, printable front or mirror
• White – 99% light block-out for windows and smooth metal surfaces
• Frosted – Bright translucency for privacy while letting light through
• Solar – Transparent film with energy conservation properties for interior temperature control

Request your free sample!

Click here to discover more about Glass Apeel and to experience the benefits of Glass Apeel for yourself you can order a sample here

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