ct0218
Well-known member
Bobby
Probably a good decision. My windows are Hehr, so no problem tinting. Using the shades or adding awnings would be the way to go now. As I said, you've got a much better window. I'm really surprised that Landmark have gone to an IG unit, or that they are even available in RV's of this price. I had seen them only in really expensive motor homes prior to this. I don't have any percentages of seal failures when the film is applied to IG units but I do know that the mirror tint was far worse than just a dark tint. Most of the major window companies have one or more types of factory tinting now, along with low-e 2 glazing. As a builder in FL I ran into all kinds of problems with windows and tint film.
Probably a good decision. My windows are Hehr, so no problem tinting. Using the shades or adding awnings would be the way to go now. As I said, you've got a much better window. I'm really surprised that Landmark have gone to an IG unit, or that they are even available in RV's of this price. I had seen them only in really expensive motor homes prior to this. I don't have any percentages of seal failures when the film is applied to IG units but I do know that the mirror tint was far worse than just a dark tint. Most of the major window companies have one or more types of factory tinting now, along with low-e 2 glazing. As a builder in FL I ran into all kinds of problems with windows and tint film.
Ray LeTourneau
Senior Member - Past Moderator
I hadn't heard of the potential problems with this but yes, I do have dual panes. After completing the rear window I used a non contact thermometer and while the sun was shining on both the rear and the side corner window in our 3400RL there was a significant difference in the temperature between the two. I dont remember the exact number. I could even feel the difference by touch. The Gila website didn't indicate any potential problems using their film on the inside of dual panes either. Here is a link to the film I used and bought at Home Depot. http://www.gilafilms.com/Residential/window-film-heat-platinum.htm
Doing a bit more digging into the forum I found the answer to my own question. Weight is 300-500 pounds depending on the model. Thanks.
