Shopping guide for bird protection films

Architecture with large glass surfaces and sustainable bird protection do not exclude each other. Read this guide to find out how bird protection films are used.

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Bird protection films: Ideal solution against bird strikes

The markings of the bird protection film are self-adhesive and remain permanently on the glass pane after installation. They ensure that the glass pane is made visible and the reflection of trees and bushes in the glass pane is interrupted. Flying birds can recognize the glass pane as an obstacle in good time and take a different flight path. The bird protection coating thus prevents the often fatal collision with windows and glass panes. In doing so, you save the lives of birds and make an important contribution to bird protection.

The bird protection films are weatherproof and designed to last a long time. They are therefore a long-term and ecologically sustainable measure.

Function: Proven bird protection in practice

The bird protection films were specially developed to make windows and panes of glass visible to birds.

Windows that are dangerous to birds

Once installed, the films protect birds from fatal collisions when they try to reach trees and bushes behind windows and panes of glass. Typical areas of application are all panes of glass on buildings that can pose a danger to birds. This includes large and small panes of glass on building facades, noise barriers, bus stops and connecting corridors between buildings. But window panes in entrance areas, conservatories and balcony facades can also be retrofitted to be bird-friendly.

Licensed solution with a high success rate

All bird protection foils that you can buy from us have proven to be a highly effective measure in practice. The success rate of the bird protection films we recommend is up to 97%, i.e. 97 out of 100 birds can recognize the bird protection markings as an obstacle and fly around them in time. The certified markings, which are protected by design, minimize the often fatal bird strikes on window panes. Take precautions in good time and help save bird lives.

💡 Tip: For maximum effectiveness, the bird protection film is installed on the approach side, i.e. on the side of the window pane that birds fly towards. This prevents the markings on the foil from being overshadowed by reflections in the glass.

Variants: Attractive designs for window panes

The bird protection films consist of markings that are visible to humans and birds. To ensure the greatest possible effectiveness, the markings are distributed over the entire glass surface.

Meet the requirements of the State Association for Bird Protection

The markings on the bird protection films are not chosen at random. They meet the technical requirements of the State Association for Bird Protection regarding the size and spacing of the markings. The film’s appearance is impressive thanks to its matt white etched glass effect, which blends inconspicuously into the existing building facade. The glass protection film is available in various variants, including with patterns consisting of checks, dots, stripes, rectangles or lines.

Bird protection films can be used on large and small areas

The big advantage of glass protection coatings is that they can be used on large and small areas. Simply order your bird protection film online and then adjust it with a cutter knifer to the size of the glass surface on site. You are also welcome to ask us about other sizes, designs and colors! Send us an email to service@vonkuester.de stating the design, number and size of the glass surfaces and you will receive a non-binding offer.

💡 Tip: Black bird prey silhouettes are generally not suitable for effective bird protection. This is because the silhouettes do not move and therefore have no deterrent effect. And if the distances are too small, birds are fooled into thinking they can fly through.

Sustainable: Material for a long service life

All bird protection films are of high quality and designed for a long service life. The longevity is guaranteed by the best materials, careful workmanship and many years of experience.

Long durability and manufacturer’s guarantee

The self-adhesive foil material is made of weather-resistant PVC. This ensures that the bonded film material has a particularly long durability of up to 10 years and more. Regardless of the durability, there is a five-year manufacturer’s guarantee against peeling and yellowing of the bird protection film, provided that it is cleaned and cared for properly. Buying the bird protection film is therefore a sustainable investment that will pay off in the long term for bird protection.

Cleaning with glass cleaner and water

The self-adhesive film has a scratch-resistant surface and can be cleaned easily. To ensure that the film’s appearance is maintained outdoors for as long as possible, it should be cleaned gently twice a year. To do this, use a soft, non-abrasive window wiper, a squeegee with a soft rubber lip, conventional glass cleaning agent and plenty of water.

Installation: Apply bird protection films correctly

Bird protection films can also be applied by laypeople. The bird protection film consists of the (thicker) carrier material and the (thinner) application tape with the markings to be coated.

For installation, the application tape with the markings is peeled off the carrier material. After cleaning the glass surface, the transfer film is aligned on the glass surface sprayed with installation fluid. The application tape is pressed onto a corner and spread out with a plastic squeegee with overlapping movements. As soon as the transfer film has dried, it can be peeled off as a final step and the markings are permanently on the glass pane.

💡 Tip: The coating has a special surface-friendly adhesive layer. Thanks to that layer the coating can be removed without leaving any residue even after years of use without damaging the coated surface.

Online shopping: Bird protection available in short time

You can easily buy your new glass protection film cheaply online. The self-adhesive films are delivered to the desired address within 1-3 working days. If you wish we send you a sample by post free of charge on request. When purchasing your new bird protection coating, you can choose from different payment methods. Pay conveniently by invoice, credit card, PayPal, instant bank transfer or in advance.

If you have any questions about products or need help with your order, simply call our hotline. Order your foil at vonkuester online store, your reliable partner for high-performance films.