PriWatt™ smart film · Los Angeles
Turn the glass you have into privacy glass.
PDLC Smart Film Installation in Los Angeles
Self-adhesive switchable film applied to your existing windows, doors and partitions across Los Angeles — no glass replacement, no blinds, just a switch.
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Smart film, explained.
PriWatt™ PDLC smart film is a thin, self-adhesive layer that our installers apply straight onto glass you already own. Switched on, it is clear; switched off, it turns a frosted white that hides the view and keeps the daylight. It is the fastest way for LA offices, studios, clinics and homes to add privacy without tearing out windows or partitions.
Control options
Switch it your way.
Phone app, remote, wall switch or voice.
Pick what suits your LA space.
Meeting room
Glass privacy
Smartphone
Your space, at a touch.
Remote
Control within reach.
Wall switch
Simple. Familiar. Instant.
Voice & Wi-Fi
Alexa or Google Home.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Engineered for reliable switching, clarity and long life on retrofit projects across Los Angeles — commercial, medical, hospitality and residential.
| ELECTRICAL | TECHNICAL | OPTICAL |
|---|---|---|
| Working voltage (ON)48–65VAC | Clear statePower ON | Visible light transmission (ON)90% |
| Power consumption< 0.5 W per sq ft | Privacy statePower OFF | Visible light transmission (OFF)83% |
| Operating temperature-20 to 60 °C | Functional thickness482 µm | Haze (OFF)95% |
| Switch to private< 10 ms | Maximum size72 in × 143 in | Haze (ON)2.4% |
| Switch to clear< 200 ms | Switching life> 800,000 cycles | Viewing angle (ON)140° |
How it works
How a thin film creates instant privacy.
Smart Film Original (PDLC) holds microscopic liquid crystals in a polymer layer between two transparent conductive coatings. Power lines the crystals up so you can see through; without power they scatter the light and the glass frosts over — still bright, no longer see-through.
Tiny crystals, a big change.
PDLC means Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal. Instead of moving a blind, an electric field changes how light travels through the film.
Lined up, see-through.
Current aligns the crystals so visible light passes straight through the smart film.
Scattered, frosted.
Without current the crystals fall out of line and diffuse the light — the room stays bright, the view disappears.
Compare
Film Original (PDLC) or Film Reverse (PNLC)?
Film Original — PDLC
Clear while powered, private when switched off.
- Power onClear — 88% visible light, 3% haze
- Power offPrivate — still lets about 73% of daylight in
- During a power cutGoes private
- Ideal forHomes, exteriors, maximum privacy
- Energy useOnly while you want it clear
Film Reverse — PNLC
Clear while switched off, private when powered.
- Power offClear — 91% visible light, 2.4% haze
- Power onPrivate — 94% haze
- During a power cutStays clear
- Ideal forOffices — lower haze, slightly softer privacy
- Energy useOnly while you want privacy
Applications
Privacy for every LA space.
Doors
Entry, office and sliding doors that frost over at a tap.
Windows
Hold on to the LA light and decide when the view opens.
Bathroom
A cleaner answer than shower curtains or etched glass.
Wall Dividers
Open-plan by day, private meeting room in one second.
Offices
Conference rooms and private offices on demand.
Local installation · Los Angeles
Smart film,
installed by a local crew.
We don't just ship smart film — our Los Angeles team measures your openings, installs the film and switches it on, from Santa Monica to Pasadena and the Valley.
We run the power and controls, test every panel with you and only hand over once everything switches perfectly.
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Smart film questions from LA clients
How much does smart film cost in Los Angeles?
Most LA smart film projects land between $45 and $95 per square foot installed, depending on panel size, wiring and access. Send measurements and we reply with an exact quote within 24 hours.
Can it go on the glass I already have?
Yes. PriWatt™ film is self-adhesive and is applied directly to existing interior or exterior glass, windows and doors — nothing needs replacing.
What happens during a power outage?
Film Original frosts over and still lets roughly 73% of daylight in. Film Reverse does the opposite and stays clear.
How quickly does it change?
Private in under 10 milliseconds and clear in under 200 milliseconds — it looks instant.
Can people see through it in privacy mode?
No. Haze reaches 95%, so shapes and faces vanish while daylight still comes through. It is privacy, not blackout.
Can I install it myself?
We don't recommend it. Our Los Angeles installers inspect the glass, measure precisely and apply the film, and a licensed electrician connects the power. Busbar and wiring positions are planned before the film is cut.
How do I clean it?
Switch it off, then wipe with a soft cloth and 99% isopropyl alcohol. Never leave liquid sitting on the edges.
How is it controlled?
Wall switch, remote, phone app, or Alexa and Google Home. Panels can be grouped into zones and put on schedules.
How long does it last?
It is built for a life cycle of more than 15 years and comes with a 2-year limited warranty.
Local installation · Los Angeles
Tell us about your space.
From the first measurement to the final switch-on, one Los Angeles team handles your smart film project.
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