Architectural

A better view. A better space.

Solar control, privacy and glass protection for residential and commercial projects. Start with the window glass, then choose the film.

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FILM TO GLASS SELECTOR

Find film options for your glass.

A practical starting point for your project or customer consultation. Match your glass to HITEK’s chart, then review the film options with an installer.

01 Your glass Glass construction

Unsure about Low-E, tint or heat treatment? Confirm the glass specification before selecting a film.

02 One pane’s dimensions

Width (inches)

Height (inches)

Use the size of one pane, not the combined area of the whole window or project.

Where is the job?

Enter the job’s ZIP code to find an estimated elevation, then confirm the range for the actual site.

Job ZIP code

Use a five-digit U.S. ZIP code. This gives an area estimate, not the exact elevation of every property.

Confirm the job’s elevation range

The HITEK chart uses this limit for glass-breakage warranty coverage. If you don’t know, choose “I’m not sure” for a review path.

Find the elevation or enter a known value

Open the USGS map and search for the job location.
Zoom in and click the exact site. Read the elevation shown in feet.
Enter that value below. A city or ZIP-code center is only a starting point.

Open USGS elevation map ↗

The map opens on USGS. No customer address is sent from this form. If the value is near 1,000 ft or uncertain, confirm it with HITEK.

Known site elevation

Unit

ZIP locations: Zippopotam.us. Point elevation: USGS. The lookup sends the ZIP and its reference coordinates to these services. No customer name or street address is requested.

03 A quick window check

Before we suggest films, check for these conditions. If you’re unsure, your installer or HITEK can help.

Damaged glass or sealsChips, cracks or scratches in the glass; worn or damaged window seals, gaskets or glazing.
Shading or coveringsOutside shading covers part of the glass, or paint, vinyl or lettering is already applied to it.
Film or frame concernsConcrete frames; existing film that will stay on the glass; film that will not reach all edges; or automotive film proposed for a building.
Project history or sizePast heat-related glass cracks or failed window seals in this building; or a job over 2,000 sq ft without HITEK’s written approval.

Does anything on this list apply to your job?

“No” lets us check the chart. “Yes” or “I’m not sure” will explain what needs review before choosing a film.

Choose your glass and project details to see the chart-based options.

How this tool uses the HITEK chart

The chart describes thermal shock fracture (TSF) and insulated glass unit (IGU) seal-failure warranty categories. A chart match does not establish blanket installation approval, current inventory or a warranty commitment. Review glass, installation side and full warranty terms with HITEK.

“Ceramic Black 70 / 80 / 86” appears in the chart but is not mapped to Ceramic Clear or automotive Ceramic Black here. Security Clear, Security Dyed and Anti-Graffiti are not listed in this chart. Ask HITEK to confirm these products separately.

Open the original HITEK film-to-glass chart ↗ · Source checked October 20, 2026.

PLAN YOUR NEXT JOB

From square feet
to the right rolls.

Choose your film, enter the glass area and compare roll quantities. Add window dimensions when you need to check the cut fit.

Film line

Shade / thickness

How would you like to measure?

Total glass area (sq ft)

Use the area of glass receiving film, not the building’s floor area. This mode estimates coverage; it cannot confirm that each window fits the roll width.

Extra allowance (%)

A 10% planning allowance is prefilled for extra material. Change it for your job; it is not a HITEK requirement.

Plan quantity after checking compatibility.

This calculator plans material only. Use the film-to-glass selector to review your glass and application.

Your roll plan will appear here, with quantities, sizes and a comparison of the recorded catalog options.

How the estimate works

Square-footage mode divides glass area plus your allowance by a roll’s gross area and rounds up. It does not account for the shape of each pane.

Window-size mode adds your extra cut dimension, groups matching panes into rows across the roll, and packs those rows into whole rolls. Different window groups do not share a row, and offcuts are not reused between groups. The extra allowance is then applied to the planned linear footage. This is a practical, conservative cutting estimate, not an optimized nesting plan.

Options are ranked by fewer rolls to handle, then by the smallest total roll area purchased. This is not a price comparison. Confirm measurements, cutting direction, roll availability and the final order with your installer or HITEK.

Compare the lineup at a glance

Product	Technology / application	Key specification	Coverage / support
Ceramic DR ↗	Nano ceramic	See product details	Lifetime residential / 10 year commercial
Ceramic Clear ↗	Nano ceramic	See product details	Lifetime warranty · confirm application terms
Silver Reflective ↗	Reflective silver	See product details	Warranty information · confirm terms
Carbon DR ↗	2 ply	2 mil	Warranty information · confirm terms
Carbon View ↗	2 ply	2 mil	Lifetime residential / 10 year commercial
Solar Bronze ↗	Bronze	See product details	Lifetime residential / 10 year commercial
Neutral View ↗	3 ply	3.5 mil	Warranty information · confirm terms
Exterior Silver Reflective ↗	Exterior glass	See product details	3 year warranty
Security Clear ↗	Clear	Helps retain broken glass fragments	Lifetime residential / 10 year commercial
Security Dyed ↗	Low reflective black	4 mil	5 year warranty
Anti-Graffiti ↗	Architectural · Security	Replaceable sacrificial surface layer	2 year limited warranty
Black Out ↗	Opaque black	See product details	Lifetime residential / 10 year commercial
White Out ↗	Opaque white	See product details	Lifetime residential / 10 year commercial
White Frost ↗	White frosted	Light diffusion and visual privacy	Lifetime residential / 10 year commercial