Smart Film UK
PriviFilm UK — smart film distribution, training and installation
PriviFilm is a PriviTechnologies brand. Forti Nova, its UK distributor, supplies the PriviFilm™ PDLC system, trains installers at a dedicated UK facility, delivers suitable projects through its in-house installation team and supports nationwide delivery through an approved contractor network.
Why use PriviFilm UK
One accountable smart film system—not a DIY marketplace
UK buyers can come directly to PriviFilm for specification, product supply, surveys and installation. Contractors can access product support and practical training. Projects are delivered by our in-house team where suitable or through trained approved contractors with central technical support.
UK Distribution
UK stock, in-house cutting, product supply and specification support.
Installer Training
Hands-on PDLC installation training at our dedicated UK facility.
In-House Installation
Survey, application, testing, commissioning and project handover.
Approved Contractors
Supported regional delivery through the PriviFilm contractor network.
How it works
Liquid crystals in the film align when voltage is applied (clear) and scatter when switched off (opaque). Switching takes less than one second.
Full explanationThe technology
PDLC stands for Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal. It is the core technology behind all switchable smart film products.
What is PDLC filmvs. smart glass
Smart film retrofits to existing glass. Factory smart glass requires full glazing replacement. The installation profile, lead time, and disruption differ significantly.
Full comparisonUnderstanding smart film
Technical and operational guides — each page owns its topic. No duplication.
What Is PDLC Film?
Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal technology explained — layer structure, materials, and how the film is manufactured.
How Does Smart Film Work?
Switching physics, clear and opaque states, light transmission values, UV performance, and control options.
Smart Film Power Consumption
Electricity usage per square metre, transformer sizing, and running cost calculations by installation size.
Smart Film Lifespan
Service life guidance, durability factors, UV resistance, and end-of-life replacement process.
Smart Film Maintenance
Cleaning guide, compatible products, electrical maintenance schedule, and surface protection advice.
Switchable Smart Film
Product overview, technical specifications, and core advantages over factory smart glass.
Smart film applications
Sector-specific guidance — each sector has its own page with relevant use cases and installation requirements.
Offices & Meeting Rooms
Glass partitions, meeting rooms, boardrooms, open-plan privacy, and AV-integrated presentation spaces.
Healthcare & Clinics
Project-assessed privacy for suitable hospital, clinic, dental and consultation-room glazing, with a smooth wipe-clean surface.
Education
Classrooms, SEN rooms, safeguarding offices, school receptions, universities, and academies.
Retail & Hospitality
Shopfronts, changing rooms, hotel rooms, spa privacy, and dynamic display control.
Residential
Bathrooms, bedroom glass, home offices, garden rooms, and extensions.
All Applications →
Full sector index including sub-sector pages.
Smart film for commercial projects
Resources for architects, specifiers, contractors, and project managers.
Architects & Designers
NBS specification clauses, BIM support, performance data, CPD sessions, and sector guidance.
Technical Specification
Glass compatibility, electrical requirements, transformer sizing, BMS, KNX, and Crestron integration.
Smart Film Installation UK
Two supported routes — PriviFilm's in-house installation team and trained approved contractors.
Smart Film Supplier UK
PriviFilm as the UK-authorised distributor — product supply, system backing, and approved partners.
PDLC Film Supplier UK
Technical buyers, OEMs, and procurement teams — PDLC film supply and sourcing information.
Installation Guide
How smart film is installed — step by step, from glass preparation to final commissioning.
Cost & procurement
Cost information is owned entirely by the Cost page. No prices are published here.
Smart Film Cost
What drives cost, how to read a quote, cost versus smart glass, and cost by project type. The only pricing resource on this site.
Smart Film Estimator
Enter your glass dimensions and application type for an indicative installed price range. Subject to site survey.
PDLC Film Supplier UK
For procurement teams and distributors requiring direct supply information.
For an accurate project cost, contact us directly. Indicative figures are subject to glass survey, site conditions, and control system specification.
Regional coverage
PriviFilm assesses coverage by postcode, project requirements and the suitable in-house or approved-contractor delivery route.
North West
Regional supply and installation assessment across North West England.
Manchester
Smart film supply and installation assessment for suitable Manchester projects.
Liverpool & Merseyside
Project support for suitable commercial and residential glazing across Merseyside.
Lancashire
Coverage for Blackburn, Preston, Burnley and surrounding Lancashire areas.
London
Made-to-measure supply and surveyed installation for suitable London projects.
All UK coverage →
Check service areas and request a project-specific postcode assessment.
Become a partner
For glazing contractors, electrical firms, fit-out specialists, and building professionals.
Frequently asked questions
What is smart film?
Smart film is a PDLC (Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal) film applied to existing glass. Electricity aligns the crystals to make the glass clear; switching off causes them to scatter, making the glass opaque.
Full answerHow does PDLC smart film work?
A low-voltage AC current applied to the film aligns the liquid crystals into a clear state. Removing the current returns them to a scattered, opaque state. The transition takes less than one second.
Full answerWhere is smart film used?
Offices, meeting rooms, boardrooms, healthcare facilities, schools, universities, retail shopfronts, hotels, bathrooms, and home offices. Any glazed environment where switchable privacy has a functional purpose.
Full answerCan smart film be installed onto existing glass?
Yes. Smart film is a retrofit solution. It adheres to existing glass and does not require glazing replacement, structural modification, or extended site access.
Full answerHow is smart film controlled?
Via wall switch, remote control, smartphone app, timer, or building management system (BMS). KNX and Crestron integration is supported. The control system is confirmed during specification.
Full answerHow much does smart film cost in the UK?
Cost depends on glass area, application type, control system, and site conditions. The Smart Film Cost page explains what drives pricing. The Estimator provides an indicative range — all figures are subject to site survey.
Full answerReady to discuss a project?
Speak directly to PriviFilm. We will assess whether the project is best delivered by our in-house installation team or an approved contractor for your region.