Vinyl Films
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Tool
Window film length calculator
Enter your glass sizes; see the film length, roll layout, seams and material list.
Quick start
Choose the film type
Enter the glass sizes
Measure the visible glass only (inside beads and seals). Measure width and height in three places and enter the smallest. You can type "120", "1.2 m" or "1200 mm"; without a unit, cm is assumed.
Advanced settings
For miscuts and test pieces.
Added to every edge and trimmed on site.
How far strips overlap.
If film direction does not matter, a pane is turned 90° to waste less. Keep it off for patterned and printed work.
Protects printed film from UV light and scratches.
Application fluid (for wet-applied films) and squeegee.
Enter your values; the result appears here.
Enter the width and height of at least one pane to see the result.
See the result
Film needed
Details
Material list
| Material | Quantity |
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Warnings and notes
Notes
Roll widths are general stock values; confirm them with your branch before ordering.
Roll layout
- Film piece
- Rotated piece
- Seamed pane strip
- Roll
Cutting plan
Cut size, layout and seams for each pane. The copied list also gives each piece’s position on the roll.
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| Pane | Glass size (cm) | Qty | Cut size (cm) | Layout | Seams | Net area |
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Roll width comparison
The same panes on every roll width of the type. Recommended: fewest seams first, then least film area.
| Roll width | Length | Film area | Waste | Seamed panes | Select |
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Approximate estimate; check dimensions before ordering.
This result is an approximate preliminary estimate; dimensions and product values must be checked before ordering materials and before production. Contact our branch for exact quantities and prices.
How does it work?
How does it work?
From glass size to film order in four steps.
- Choose the film typeSolar control, frosted, one way vision, decorative or safety film; roll widths and laminate follow the type.
- Enter the panesType the width, height and quantity of the visible glass, or start from one of the examples.
- Review the layoutPanes are placed along the roll; wide panes are split into strips. You get a layout, a cutting plan and a roll comparison.
- Add to cart, request a quoteAdd the length and material list to the cart; our branch replies with price and stock.
Frequently asked questions
How much window film do I need?
The layout on the roll decides, not the glass area. A 2.5 cm trim allowance is added to each edge, panes are placed side by side and one after another along the roll, and a 5% waste allowance is added. For example, three 200 × 250 cm shop windows (15 m²) need 13.4 metres of film on a 152 cm roll.
What happens with panes wider than the roll?
The pane is split into vertical strips joined with a 0.3 cm overlap; for one way vision a butt joint can also be chosen. If rotation is allowed, the tool first tries to fit the pane in one piece by turning it. Seams can be seen up close, so choose the widest possible roll for shop windows.
Which roll width should I choose?
The tool compares all roll widths of the type and recommends the one with the fewest seams, then the least film area. A wide roll that is shorter in metres can use more film in m²; the comparison table shows both.
Why is a waste allowance added?
The offcut along the roll edge is shown separately as layout waste; the 5% covers only miscuts and re-cutting because of bubbles. The default is 5%; experienced installers can enter a lower value.
Does one way vision need laminate?
Outdoors and on vehicles, yes. An optically clear laminate keeps dirt and water out of the holes, keeps the view clear in rain and protects the print from UV light. The tool calculates it at the same width and length as the film.
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