Make your first impression bigger.

Look at the storefront as a visitor would. What needs to be visible from the pavement, the road or the entrance? Decide whether the graphics should identify the business, explain a service, create privacy or announce a temporary event. One window can rarely do every job equally well.

Measure each pane separately. Record width and height with units and identify the pane in a photograph. Include frames, handles, doors and any obstructions. Dimensions copied from an old drawing should be checked against the actual site before production.

Photograph the surface. Take a straight-on view, a wider view of the entrance and close-ups of existing film or damage. Note whether the glass is tinted, coated or has another treatment. Surface and glass suitability require review before material selection.

Consider visibility from both sides. Tell the studio how much light, privacy and outward visibility you want to preserve. Inside application and outside application are different requests. The appropriate film, opacity and installation approach depend on the glass, environment and design.

Plan access before the installation date. Include site hours, permission to work, height, parking or loading access and whether old graphics need removal. Identify any landlord or venue requirements that apply to the job. The final scope should say what installation includes and excludes.

Keep the message legible. Essential text should suit the viewing distance and should not disappear into reflections, busy backgrounds or door hardware. Supply a vector logo if available. Avoid positioning critical information across frames and gaps without a deliberate layout review.

Confirm before committing. Requested dates are planning information until the studio confirms availability. Review measurements, material recommendations, the final quote and the artwork proof. Keep the approved version with your project so future replacement panels can be discussed accurately.