As an architect, designer or builder, your skills and talent are everything – it’s what makes you unique. Specifying switchable Smart Film or glass gives new options in usage of space, adds panache and an ultra-modern, new feeling to any environment. Our Smart Film can be retrofitted to any glass surface creating a visual and privacy revolution. Smart Glass can be specified at the design/build stage. Take your projects and client satisfaction to the next level.

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Blow your guests away and make them question everything they think they knew about glass when they see your new Smart Film in action. A sleek design that turns any room or office from exterior visibility to 100% privacy, giving you complete control over the atmosphere that you want.

ElectroVerre has served Montreal since 2008. Our portfolio for film installation is substantial having done over 1200 installations in the last 14 years. We’ve highlighted a few below as well as describing the problem we solved.

The result is both functional and a technological marvel. We were able to weatherproof the install, it’s already been functioning 1 1/2 years including winter, without fail.

Light meters are used in both analog and digital photography, but they are supremely beneficial for film photographers because of the obvious—we have no screen to show us instant exposure results! It can be a hard pill to swallow working without the comfort of a screen to show you what you are doing, but we choose to look at it differently. Without a screen you have to really know and understand the process, and knowledge is POWER (#filmschoolhouserock). And your best friend in that knowledge/power tool box is your light meter.

Outdoor Glass Wall: Like many new condominiums in Montreal today, there are amenities on the roof of the building. The common space is readily available to all residents of the building. Our client was unhappy with the fact that his luxury condominium with a large private deck area was viewable by anyone.  His neighbors did conventional window frosting, but that came with the negative of disturbing his view of the downtown area. The best solution was Smart Film from ElectroVerre

Why is metering so critical? Because light is literally how an image is recorded onto your physical film. Shooting film without metering is like painting without looking at your palette of colors when you dip your brush in it. Beyond that, metering gives you consistency. Imagine having to replicate that painting that you blindly picked paint for—YIKES!

Application for residential, include glass wall dividers, mezzanines, doors, windows, en-suite bathrooms, and outdoor living spaces (balcony, terrace). Businesses and retail: meeting rooms, executive offices, human resources, change rooms and almost any glass wall both interior and exterior.There are limitless applications for our revolutionary technology.

Mezzanine Bathroom:  Completed in the summer of 2022 this was a smart film retrofit with some big challenges. This home was designed with an all glass master bathroom overlooking the kitchen and outdoor deck. Truly stunning, with a significant problem. The owner was unable to use their facilities or shower if anyone was in their home.  Our challenge was considerable as we not only needed to install this 14 feet off the ground, but had to fabricate a platform as standard scaffolding was not possible.As you can see in the video, the result was stunning. Now our client can enjoy their home irrespective of guests being present.

The forgiving nature of film is pretty awesome. Film has a LOT of exposure latitude. It renders creamy and detailed-filled highlights while still keeping shadow details, and oh, have we mentioned how beautiful skin tones are on film? It really is a magical medium to work in. But this forgiving nature can make you overconfident about exposure and maybe even doubt the need to use a light meter at all, But not using a light meter leads to inconsistent negatives and inconsistent negatives leads to inconsistent scans.

Our focus is strictly on quality, convenience, communication, and providing the best customer service experience possible. If it’s after hours or weekends you need us for – we’ll be there.

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The first is an incident meter, which measures the amount of light that is falling on your subject using a lumisphere (white dome or bulb) to “see” the light. To execute this method, you place the meter in front of your subject and point it in the direction of the camera. The bulb of the meter should be pointing back at the camera, so it is measuring all the light that your camera is seeing. This is the preferred metering method for photographing people and close-up subjects.

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A very challenging installation, the majority of it was done from 4-6am on multiple days, weather permitting as dust contamination is a constant issue that can only be stopped when there is very little wind.

When you're putting together your film photography tool kit, you've of course got your camera, your favorite 35mm film or medium format film, your camera strap and bag, some lens options, maybe even an off-camera flash... what's missing? A light meter, of course! Hopefully you own one and use it religiously, but if not, keep reading because this blog post is for you.

Meeting Rooms: Our client constructed new corporate offices during the pandemic. As people have returned to the office meeting rooms have become an integral part of the business environment. The increased use of technology has created a problem which needed to be solved. How do you keep an open appearance to meeting rooms while keeping confidential information private from those outside of the meeting.  The installation of cloaking film was a better solution than frosted glass or conventional window film.Our client can now conduct meetings with complete data security and still see in and out of the room without compromise.

It’s a revolutionary solution that’s versatile across all office settings – big or small. Now, you can still maintain your confidentiality while staying transparent. It’s the perfect balance between privacy and openness, wherever you need it.

Behind the aesthetically pleasing Smart Film is a truly innovative technology and design. It’s a remarkable piece of engineering that’s been leaving those who experience it for the first time in absolute awe.

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Studies have shown UV rays can be extremely damaging to skin – promoting inflammation, premature ageing, and cancer growth. Ensure you’re protected with smart glass technology that blocks 90% of UV rays.

To continue on the questionable pop culture comparison path, it is the Robin to your Batman. Are we clear!? In order for a film photographer to know what exposure readings to plug in for their shutter speed and aperture, you've gotta use a light meter. If you don’t, then you are just guessing... and sometimes you can get lucky and it works out, but that will come back to bite you in the behind at some point in your career. Trust us, we have seen it with some of the most seasoned film photographers out there.

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Also known as electrochromic film, switch glass, or smart tint, ElectroVerre “Smart Film” is customizable to any existing window, door, or glass wall dimensions. Upon initial consultation, we’ll provide an on-site survey where we’ll measure your space and go through all the necessary measurements and plans. Smart Film can be controlled by a smart phone, wireless remote, light switch or home/office automation including Alexa and Google Assistant.

As a professional film lab doing a TON of film developing and film scanning on a daily basis, we are all too familiar with seeing underexposed and extremely overexposed negatives (sometimes all on the same roll). This can lead to less than desirable results in scanning and an even more unhappy photographer who receives those scans. It’s bad news all around, and as your lab, we 1) never want you to be unhappy or discouraged with shooting film but 2) want you to know the power that using a light meter has to give you amazing, consistent, and replicable.

Now, the question we get all the time regarding incident meters is “bulb in or bulb out?”. This question is referring to if the bulb of the meter should be extended out or should be tucked in. "Bulb in" is a sneaky way of tricking your light meter by making the bulb less visible to light and thus giving you a reading resulting in overexposure of your film. While we recommend using a light meter "bulb out" because you are maximizing the amount of the light that is being averaged in your sceen, it ultimately doesn't matter which you choose just as long as you choose it consistently. Consistency is KEY when metering—that is the only way you can control and replicate your results.

Ensure your sensitive data is secure in any meeting or conference room with Cloaking Film from ElectroVerre. This revolutionary product solves the problem of screen data privacy without the need for obtrusive frosted glass.

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Unlike traditional blinds, curtains, and drapes that accumulate germs, dust, and bacteria, our Smart Film ensures your environment is always free of them – keeping allergies away and your health happy.

For those that want to give their business prestige or their home a luxurious appeal while ensuring privacy, this was designed for you. It is a monolithic spectacle that’s unlike anything from this modern era. Here’s a little bit of how the technology works.

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When the power is switched to ON, small liquid crystal molecules become aligned as light passes through the Smart Film (transparent setting). When the power is switched to OFF, the small liquid light crystals are dispersed throughout Smart Film, providing a “frosted” appearance.

While we strongly urge you to experiment and really get an understanding of how to meter for film scans that you love, this cheat sheet can help guide you on how to meter in different scenarios:

Handheld spot metering measures the amount of light reflecting off of a specific spot in a scene using a one-degree circular scope meter. It is great for photographing landscapes or other subjects that are far away from the camera. This method gives you the ability to meter your shadows, midtones, and highlights independently and then determine the best exposure for the type of image you are trying to capture. If that last sentence sounds like the Zone System, you are correct! A one-degree spot meter is the only way to properly conduct the Zone System (made famous by the great Ansel Adams—see more on that here).

When applied to a glass wall or window, it blacks out the contents of large video displays to those outside the room. The rest of the room looks normal and unchanged. Outsiders can still see in, but everyone inside can collaborate freely without worrying about their sensitive content being exposed.

Have a question or would like to know more about how ElectroVerre’s Smart Film & Glass can benefit you? Get in touch with an expert today who will assist with any questions you might have. We appreciate your interest!

Located in Montreal, we are always available when you need us, and can deliver on-site solutions and installations in a timely and professional fashion. The result? Results that our customers can be proud of.

Lastly, there’s the in-camera reflective meter, which is built inside your camera and averages the reflected light in your scene. It’s similar to a spot meter, but not as precise. This meter does best with mild lighting situations that have no dramatic shadows or highlights. In a pinch, this method is better than nothing, but it’s still recommended to use an external meter for the most accurate readings.

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With the adoption of ElectroVerre Smart Film into your existing product / services suite, you’ll be able to give your clients a stunning option to enhance their indoor and outdoor spaces. More that that, you’ll be able to blow your clients away with one single demo.

The proactive steps you take to control your image in camera will radiate through the rest of the development chain and give you #dreamscans #allthetime.

In today’s world, privacy is everything. With the touch of a button on your smartphone, wireless controller, or smart enabled home, instantly switch the appearance of your glass to one that makes you feel secure – all on your own terms.

For existing projects, Smart Film is a retrofit solution. Plug-and-play technology meticulously applied to glass walls, windows, doors, and partitions of almost any dimension. We also can provide ready made Smart Glass solutions for projects under construction. Efficient solutions in weeks not months.

Home or office, your space matters – a lot. It plays a critical role in how you feel and perform throughout the day and the impression it makes on your guests. For both corporate / creative offices and high-end residences, creating a welcoming and secure space is what impresses clients / guests, keeps confidential information private, and families feeling safe.

ElectroVerre is Montreal’s complete solution provider for Electrochromic “Smart Film” and glass. Since 2008, we’ve proudly served the Greater Montreal area completing more than 1200 window film installations for clients, designers, architects and the design/build industry.  Our flagship switchable privacy Smart Film and glass are perfectly fabricated for commercial and high-end residential application – a one-of-a-kind solution that instantly transforms from transparent to opaque on command. Our work speaks for itself, we take great pride in what we do and are meticulous in our process. Let us help you to achieve a stunning professional result without compromise.

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Whatever your environment requires, ElectroVerre Smart Film and Glass will revolutionize any space and bring it to life. From the moment you hit the ON switch, you’ll be instantly taken away by the utter magnificence of it all.

Strengthen your glass by 800% with a robust shield that minimizes accidents and any potential intruders from breaking in.

Your health is a top priority. By removing excessive dust, bacteria, and harmful UV rays, you can live and work at your greatest potential.

We give you the flexibility to bring dynamic privacy where and when you need it most – all on your own terms. Whether you’re seeking residential or commercial smart film/glass installation, we work with you from assessment and planning to final installation.

So, this is where you sit back and let us be the Yoda to your Luke Skywalker and show you the power of "the force" that is using a light meter…

Executive Office:  New offices were constructed and with the return of employees to the work space it was crucial for the upper management to have privacy when required. No one wants to live in a frosted box so conventional decorative window film wasn’t an option. Conventional window coverings are archaic, require constant cleaning and care as well as taking away from the aesthetic which was well designed.The client wanted as much light and a clear view of the exterior but needed maximum privacy when necessary. We provided a complete solution and as you can see, the result is spectacular.

Just like with other variables in photography, you’ll want to remain consistent in the way that you meter (right down to the way you hold it) to understand the role it plays in the appearance of your final images.

What is metering light exactly? This refers to the technique you use to measure the amount of light in your scene, which will then guide your camera setting for yielding the correct exposure. A light meter converts the light it is seeing to middle grey or the halfway point between clear/unexposed film and DMAX (the maximum density of an exposed film negative), thus giving you the scientifically “ideal” exposure reading.

Ready to bring a revolutionary innovation to your interior residential or commercial space? One that protects your privacy with elegance and convenience – for years to come?

This is your opportunity to stand out and give your clients an aesthetic edge that not only looks great but gives amazing levels of privacy. Glass has become a universal component of modern buildings, becoming bigger and more frequent in scale. Unfortunately, it comes at the cost of privacy.