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Switchable Privacy Film & Electric Window Tint in Bee-cave in Bee Cave

Switchable privacy film applied to interior glass
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Why Choose Switchable Privacy Film

Switchable privacy film (also called PDLC or electrochromic film) instantly changes from clear to frosted for privacy, glare reduction, and modern design — all without replacing existing glass. It's ideal for bathrooms, home offices, and any space that benefits from privacy on demand.

Instant privacy on demand
Smart-home & voice control
Retrofit — no glass replacement
Energy-saving when frosted
  • Works with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit for hands-free control
  • Applies to any flat glass — windows, shower doors, conference room walls
  • Switches from fully clear to completely frosted in under a second
  • Low-voltage operation — safe, reliable, and energy efficient
How It Works

What Is Switchable Privacy Film — and How Does Electric Window Film Work?

Switchable privacy film — also called PDLC film, electrochromic film, or electric window film — is a laminate bonded to your existing glass that contains millions of microscopic liquid crystals suspended between two conductive layers. When power is off, the crystals are randomly scattered and the glass appears frosted or milky white, blocking visibility in both directions. The moment you apply a low-voltage electrical current — by flipping a wall switch, tapping your phone, or triggering a smart-home routine — the crystals align instantly and the glass becomes fully transparent. The entire transition happens in under a second. Unlike traditional blinds or frosted glass, switchable film is a living surface: it gives you complete, private opacity when you need it and full, unobstructed clarity when you don't — all without any moving parts, cords, or hardware to maintain. We install leading brands including Smart Tint® and other professional-grade PDLC films. Our certified installers in Bee-cave handle everything: film application to your existing glass, wiring to a discreet switch or smart-home hub, and integration with Alexa, Google Home, or Apple HomeKit if desired. Most residential installs are completed in a single day with no glass removal.

Switches clear-to-frosted in under 1 second
Works on existing glass — no replacement needed
Wall switch, app, or voice control
Smart-home integration: Alexa, Google, HomeKit
Low-voltage — safe for residential & commercial
Professional installation in Bee-cave in one day
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Switchable PDLC privacy film switching from frosted to clear on residential glass — electric window film demonstration
Switchable privacy film installed on an office conference room glass wall — clear during the day, frosted for private meetings
Where It's Used

Where to Install Switchable Privacy Film in Your Home or Office

Switchable privacy film is one of the most versatile window treatments available because it works on virtually any flat glass surface — meaning the limiting factor is your imagination, not the product. In residential settings, the most popular applications are bathroom windows and shower enclosures (where you want privacy without sacrificing natural light), bedroom windows and glass bedroom doors, sidelights around front entry doors, and home office glass walls or partitions. For commercial and office spaces in Bee-cave, electric window film is the go-to solution for conference room glass walls, private office dividers, reception area storefronts, and anywhere companies want open, airy spaces that can snap to private in a second for sensitive meetings. Switchable privacy film is also increasingly used in healthcare settings — exam rooms, waiting areas, and nurse stations — where hygiene and privacy are critical and blinds or curtains are difficult to sanitize. Because the film is applied to existing glass rather than replacing it, PDLC film delivers dramatic functional and aesthetic upgrades at a fraction of the cost of structural glass replacement. A typical window costs far less to retrofit with switchable film than to replace with purpose-built electrochromic glass panels.

Bathrooms & shower enclosures
Bedroom windows & glass doors
Front door sidelights & transoms
Conference rooms & office partitions
Healthcare exam rooms & reception areas
Storefronts & retail display windows
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The Future of Privacy Glass

Switchable privacy film gives architects, homeowners, and businesses an incredible design tool with real functional benefits.

Instant Privacy

Switch from fully transparent to completely frosted in under a second — perfect for conference rooms, bathrooms, and sidelights.

Smart Home Integration

Control your smart glass via app, voice command (Alexa, Google), wall switch, or automated schedules.

Retrofit Any Glass

No need to replace existing glass. Our PDLC film applies directly to any flat glass surface — windows, doors, glass walls.

Energy Efficient

Smart glass film reduces solar heat gain when frosted, cutting HVAC load and reducing energy costs in sun-exposed rooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Switchable privacy film (also called PDLC film, electrochromic film, or electric window film) is a laminate applied to glass that switches between frosted/opaque and fully transparent at the press of a button, voice command, or app. Smart Tint® is one of the leading professional brands we install.
Switchable PDLC film contains liquid crystals suspended between two conductive layers. When power is off, the crystals are randomly scattered and the glass appears frosted. When a low-voltage current is applied, the crystals align instantly and the glass becomes completely clear — in under a second.
Switchable PDLC film cost depends on the total square footage of glass and the complexity of the wiring. It is more expensive per square foot than standard solar control film, but far less costly than replacing glass with purpose-built electrochromic panels. We provide free in-home estimates with line-by-line pricing so you know the exact cost before any work begins.
Functionally yes, but the installation approach differs. Purpose-built smart glass is manufactured with the switchable layer built in — it must replace your existing glass entirely. Switchable PDLC film retrofits your current glass, delivering the same clear-to-frosted switching at a significantly lower cost without any glass removal.
Yes. Our installations can be wired to integrate with Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and most smart-home platforms via compatible smart switches or relay modules. You can control individual windows, zones, or your entire installation by voice or automation.
Yes. Switchable privacy film eliminates the need for blinds, shades, or curtains entirely — giving you instant, complete privacy without cords, mechanisms, dust-collecting slats, or anything to maintain. It also blocks UV radiation in both clear and frosted states, protecting furnishings from sun damage.
For a professional installer, no. The film is applied to existing glass using a wet application process, then wired to a low-voltage power supply connected to your chosen control method. Our certified team in Bee-cave handles the full installation — from film application through electrical wiring and smart-home pairing.
When power is off (including during an outage), switchable privacy film defaults to its frosted/opaque state — giving you passive privacy with zero power consumption. Transparency requires the powered state.
Yes — we install switchable privacy film and electric window film throughout Bee-cave and the surrounding area. Contact us for a free in-home consultation where we'll assess your glass, recommend the right product, and give you a firm quote.
Yes — in both the clear and frosted states, switchable PDLC film blocks the majority of UV radiation, protecting furniture, flooring, and artwork from sun-related fading and degradation.
Residential glass after switchable privacy film Residential glass before switchable privacy film Before After
Slide to compare clear vs frosted switchable film
Your Switchable Privacy Film Expert in Bee Cave

Marcie Dohring

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(737) 370-9378
Direct Line — Bee Cave Team

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35+ Years Experience
Licensed & Insured
4.8★ — 452 Reviews

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