How much does one-way vision cost?

Printed one-way vision has a guide price of £32–£62 per m², printed, laminated and fitted, excluding VAT, with a minimum job of £225 + VAT. The fixed price depends on area, number of panes and artwork, and is confirmed after measuring.

Why is there a price range for one-way vision film rather than one figure?

Because jobs vary. The guide of £32 to £62 per m² + VAT spans small, simple work at one end and larger, more involved work at the other. Size, material, finish, access, design time and any consent drawings push the figure up or down. A survey or artwork check lets us fix the price for your job in Cardiff.

What image resolution does one-way vision need?

Around 100 dpi at the finished printed size is usually enough, because the perforations soften fine detail and the window is seen from a distance. Logos and text should be vector files. If an image is too small, we say so at the artwork check.

Is Cardiff inside your coverage area for one-way vision film?

It is. We work throughout the UK rather than in a single region, so Cardiff and every part of South Glamorgan are included. Where a survey is needed we arrange a visit; for graphics jobs we can often quote from photos and measurements. Either way, you get a proof and a written price first.

Why does one-way vision blur in the rain?

Water fills the holes, blurring the view from inside, while droplets scatter the printed image. Clear laminate over the film seals the perforations, so rain runs off and the view clears once the glass dries, which is why laminate is standard for long-term use.

What can delay one-way vision film in Cardiff?

The usual causes are artwork changes after the proof stage, waiting for consent, access arrangements such as a council licence for scaffolding on the pavement, and weather for outdoor fitting. Jobs typically run smoothly once the proof is approved and any consent is in place, but we do not promise dates that depend on things outside our control.

One-way vision film in South Glamorgan

One-way vision film is perforated self-adhesive vinyl, printed on its outer face and black behind, that shows a full-colour image to people outside while letting those inside see out through the holes.

Why choose one-way vision film in South Glamorgan?

With a bus stop outside a Cardiff shop, people waiting at the kerb have time to take in a window image.
Takeaways in Cardiff that trade after dark should plan for the night-time effect and may need blinds as well.
Letting agents marketing empty units in Cardiff can dress the glass so the frontage looks cared for and keeps its daylight.

Guide prices in South Glamorgan

We publish guide prices so you can plan before you get in touch. For one-way vision film the range is £32–£62 per m², not including VAT, and the final price is confirmed after we survey the site or check the artwork.

One-way vision film in South Glamorgan: guide prices, supplied and fitted
Item	Guide, ex VAT	Inc. VAT (20%)
Printed one-way vision, per m²	£32 – £62	£38.40 – £74.40
Minimum job	£225	£270

Area, pane count, perforation, laminate, text inserts, access and design time move the figure. One van rear screen usually falls under the minimum, so combining jobs helps. Prices are confirmed after measuring and an artwork check.

Rules for window and glass graphics in South Glamorgan

Shop windows in Wales are a grey area for advertisement control, and each council takes its own view. Lettering and graphics fixed to the inside face of the glass are often outside control or permitted, yet a large design on a listed shopfront or in a conservation area may run into restrictions. For that reason we ask before anything is printed. Safety is a separate duty. Panes people could walk into must be made visible, Welsh building guidance carries the same aim, and at work regulation 14 of the 1992 Workplace Regulations requires marking where needed. Our proof shows exactly where the manifestation sits.

Options worth considering

70/30 film

A bolder image, darker view out.

50/50 film

A clearer view out, softer image.

Mixed solid and perforated

Solid vinyl carries small text.

Towns in South Glamorgan

Towns in South Glamorgan we cover for one-way vision film are listed below. Each has its own page with guide prices and the steps involved, and if your town is not listed, we still cover it.

Anywhere in South Glamorgan, the first step is the same: send photos and rough sizes for a free quote on one-way vision film. You approve a proof to scale before anything is made.