What a year it has been! As we entered the festive period this time last year, I’m certain no one would have been able to predict what an extraordinary twelve months that were ahead of us all. It’s been challenging, but rewarding and there are plenty of reasons to go into 2021 full of hope and […]
Greetings from the UK, where steps are being taken to try and return our daily way of life to some sort of normality very slowly. A big part of this is the re-opening of retail outlets throughout the country, with a steady stream of stores reopening their doors to the public. This has proved to […]
This month I will be joining my Window Film Company colleagues in spending a night in the open, in a bid to raise funds and awareness for a local homeless charity. If I said I was looking forward to it, I don’t think I’d be entirely truthful – the likelihood of the temperature dropping below […]
I’m proud of The Window Film Company’s role in the local community and am always receptive to suggestions and ideas that help us provide added value or assistance to individuals or organizations. Since founding The Window Film Company in 1998 it has taken many forms, from sponsorships and partnerships, to support with projects and events. […]
While the current chilly temperatures don’t necessarily point to it, summer is underway here in the UK. Solar control window film continues to be one of our most popular products, and summer is one of the busiest times of year for The Window Film Company. Since founding it in 1998, I’ve learned identifying trends and […]
When naming my business back in 1998, I wanted to make it immediately clear what we offered. That’s why I went with The Window Film Company. I felt, and still believe that as a name, it’s easy to remember, to the point and authoritative. Of course, after over 20 years in existence, the name doesn’t […]
Despite having much to offer in design aesthetics as well as its budget-friendly cost, decorative film isn’t always an easy sell. This leaves some dealers hesitant to enter the market. Micky Calcott, founder of The Window Film Company in the U.K., answered some of Window Film magazine’s questions to help dealers overcome any obstacles that […]
It gives me great pleasure to be able to welcome you to my first regular column, in which I hope to share with you some of the knowledge, experience and insight I’ve gained from a career spanning three decades in the window film industry. Firstly, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Micky Calcott, […]
The U.K.-based Window Film Company came first in the “Excellence in Customer Service” category at the annual Bucks Business Awards, scooping the award ahead of a record number of entrants. The company installs solar control film and prints and fits full-color graphics and other decorative solutions. The company serves customers ranging from homeowners to multinational […]
Andy Parkin, a director at Chesham-based The Window Film Company, was recently recognized by the Finishes & Interiors Sector (FIS) trade association’s “Outstanding Employee of the Year” award. The award was presented at the FIS President’s Awards, a gala event held at Plaisterer’s Hall in London. Parkin was decided upon by an independent panel that […]
