May is when most property managers finalize their summer cooling budgets. HVAC upgrades are the default answer: more tonnage, newer units, smarter controls. But there’s a question worth asking before the budget gets committed: what’s actually causing the heat problem? For many Seattle office buildings, the answer is glass. Why Seattle Office Buildings Overspend on […]
Glass walls look great on a lease tour. The problem shows up on day one — your HR office faces the main hallway, your conference room has no separation from the bullpen, and every meeting is visible from the kitchen. It’s the most common reason office managers call us. Privacy film solves it without construction, […]
Earlier this year, 3M named D&A Customs the Best New Dealer on the West Coast. It’s a recognition we’re proud of, but this article isn’t about the award. It’s about what the certification actually means when you’re choosing a commercial window film installer for your building in Seattle, Bellevue, or Tacoma. Property managers ask us […]
If you’re looking into wall graphics for your business, you already know one thing: the market looks the same on the surface, but results vary wildly. Some companies install wall graphics and watch foot traffic increase, brand recall jump, and customers post their space on Instagram. Others end up with what looks like overpriced wallpaper. […]
Sunlight makes a space feel open and bright, but over time it can do real damage. You may notice your floors start to fade, your couch loses its color, or wood finishes look worn much sooner than expected. It often happens slowly, so most people don’t catch it right away. Data from the Skin Cancer […]
Most commercial leases limit what tenants can do to a space. That includes the windows. Window film is one of the most common upgrades tenants want—for privacy, comfort, or branding, but it can create problems if you choose the wrong type or skip approval. Many landlords allow window film. The issue is usually the film […]
We’ve been working with One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning on a fleet wrap project across Seattle and nearby areas. They operate in multiple locations, so keeping every truck consistent and easy to recognize is a big part of how they show up in the field. We’re wrapping several service vehicles to match their established […]
D&A Customs has received recognition from 3M as the Best New Dealer on the West Coast, which reflects the quality and consistency our team offers on every installation. This award demonstrates a long-standing partnership between D&A Customs and 3M, one of the most respected manufacturers of window films and graphics products in the industry. From […]
DA-Customs is proud to continue supporting the expanding Sound Transit system, with the recent addition of the new Crosslake Connection stations, which will be opening March 28. For more than six years, DA-Customs has been a provider of anti-graffiti window film services to Sound Transit, specifically within the Sound Transit rail stations. The main focus […]
The recent announcement that Alaska Airlines has made a major aircraft purchase from Boeing is quickly gaining attention across the industry. Beyond the scale of the deal itself, it highlights a broader reality: when fleets grow fast, branding becomes an operational priority, not a finishing touch. Each new aircraft entering service must align with strict […]
Before installing 3M DI-NOC, it is worth slowing down for a quick check that can prevent real problems later. A wall or door may look clean and solid, yet the film can still fail if the paint is too fresh, the surface is sealed, or the material has low surface energy. The 3M Adhesion Test […]
Wall graphics often look easy once they are on the wall, but the real work starts much earlier. The type of paint, the wall surface, and even past cleaning products can affect how well vinyl sticks. That is why many installers check the wall first with a 3M adhesion test kit. This quick test helps […]
