Architectural design
Your design vision is the signature you leave on your projects. But the products you specify must also meet other critical objectives such as budgets, timing, building codes, sustainability goals, your client’s branding and functionality needs, and much more. That’s why 3M has developed innovative, science-based finishes that can help you transform spaces and create new, unique environments. With 3M Films, you can maximize your design impact without sacrificing your creative ideals.
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On-Trend Surface FinishesBring even your most ambitious design ideas to life with 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes and 3M™ Glass Finishes to transform any surface.
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Customizable Graphic SolutionsCreate environments that represent your brand and connect with guests with customizable 3M™ Graphics and Coloured Films. If you can imagine it, you can print it.
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Functional Window FilmsEnhance safety and security, increase comfort, save energy and reduce CO₂ emissions with 3M™ Window Films. Whatever the challenge, we’ve got you covered.
Where can I apply 3M Films?
3M's surface solutions bring together design, function, and sustainability with customizable materials that you can apply both inside and outside of the building and across a variety of substrates.
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Interior
Beautify almost any interior surface.
Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Fixtures and Built-ins
- Choose from over 1,000 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes to apply to any new or existing surface. Lightweight and easy to install, maintain and clean compared to traditional construction materials
- Apply customizable 3M Graphics to create environments that represent your client’s brand and unlock the ultimate in design flexibility on any surface
- Utilize your floor space to enhance design, and communicate and interact with guests
Glass Surfaces, Windows and Partitions
Decorative
- Add 3M™ Glass Finishes to any glass surface for that added element of design or layer of privacy
- Use customizable graphics and coloured film to reflect branding or personalize a space
Functional
- Enhance comfort, reduce glare, save energy and reduce CO₂ emissions with 3M™ Sun Control Window Film
- Use customizable graphics and coloured film to reflect branding or personalize a space
Shown above:
1. Conference Room Door: 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Smooth Stone ST-1914MT, 2. Conference Room Glass Walls: 3M™ FASARA™ Glass Finishes Fabric Buckram SH2FGBU and 3M™ Scotchcal™ Clear View Graphic Film 8150, 3. Beams: 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Dry Wood DW-1883MT, 4. Ceiling: 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Solid Colour Green PS-116, 5. Windows: 3M™ Sun Control Window Film, 6. Floor: 3M™ Controltac™ Print Film 40C, 3M™ Scotchcal™ Luster Overlaminate 3645, 7. Conference Room Wall: 3M™ Scotchcal™ ElectroCut™ Graphic Film Dark Blue Series 7725-397, 8. Conference Room Glass Wall: 3M™ FASARA™ Glass Finishes Fabric Sensai Linen Champagne Gold SH2CSSEC, 9. Conference Room Glass Wall: 3M™ FASARA™ Glass Finishes Fabric Buckram SH2FGBU and 3M™ Scotchcal™ Clear View Graphic Film 8150, 10. Behind Front Desk Wall: 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Dry Wood DW-1883MT and 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Stone ST-1831, 11. Front Desk: 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Stone ST-1195 and 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Solid Colour Green PS-719, 12. Glass Tables: 3M™ DI-NOC™ Glass Finishes Stone DG-1831. -
Exterior
Beautify almost any exterior surface.
Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Signage and More
- Apply 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Exterior series to refresh existing facades
- Communicate your brand with illuminated signage
- Use customizable 3M Graphics to create environments that represent your brand and offer the ultimate in design flexibility on any surface
- Utilize your floor space to enhance design, and communicate and interact with guests
Windows and Glass
Decorative
- Add 3M™ Glass Finishes to any glass surface for that added element of design or layer of privacy
- Use customizable graphics and coloured film to generate buzz or create eye-catching curb appeal
Functional
- Enhance comfort, reduce glare, save energy and reduce CO₂ emissions with 3M™ Sun Control Window Film
- Improve the safety and security of glass, fortify weak entry points and mitigate hazards with 3M™ Safety and Security Window Films
Shown above:
1. Windows: 3M™ Sun™ Control Window Film, 2. Façade: 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes Ceramic/Slate AE-1634, 3. Façade graphics: 3M™ Envision™ Print Film 48C and 3M™ Envision™ Matte Wrap Overlaminate 8550M, 4. Wall: 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes EX Series Fine Wood FW-1129EX, 5. Illuminated Sign: 3M™ Scotchcal™ Translucent Graphic Film 3630-106 Brilliant Green, 6. Glass Doors: 3M™ Safety and Security Window Film, 7. Geometric blocks: 3M™ Print Wrap Film IJ180mC-10, 3M™ Scotchcal™ Matte Overlaminate 8520, 8. Floor: 3M™ Controltac™ Print Film 40C and -3M™ Scotchcal™ Luster Overlaminate 3645.
Connect with a 3M Expert.
To request product samples or learn more, connect with one of our product specialists to help you find the right solutions for your specific project needs.
Create signature design without compromise.
Deliver design flexibility and peace of mind by designing with industry-leading, science-based solutions. With 3M Films, you’re specifying best-in-class quality, durable surface solutions that are on-trend, customizable and budget-friendly.
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Cost EffectiveDon’t compromise on your creative vision. 3M's surface solutions are a cost-effective alternative to traditional construction materials, allowing you to leave your design signature on a project—on budget, on time, no hassle.
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Remodel and ReuseBy refreshing rather than replacing existing surfaces, fixtures and built-ins, you can help reduce landfill waste and obtain LEED® credits to support your sustainability goals—for beautiful designs you can feel good about.
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Quick InstallationAs you design for the next chapter, reinvent spaces without a costly or time-consuming renovation. Reimagine almost any surface with 3M Films installed quickly and easily by certified 3M installers and create less downtime, noise and disruption for your clients.
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Easy to Clean and MaintainWith 3M's surface solutions, you’re not just creating beautiful designs. You’re designing for durability with surfaces that repair easily and stand up to commonly used cleaners without degradation while meeting building code requirements.
Architecture and Design Case Studies
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3M Films helped the stadium’s design team maintain a light, open environment and carry on the classic Vikings brand.
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The bakery transformed an old building head-to-toe with graphics while maintaining brand consistency.
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New proprietors injected their style in a famed public house with a fast, cost-effective transformation.
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Creating interiors and exteriors that are durable and practical—and yet have a luxurious ambience—using 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes.
Explore 3M Architectural Portfolios
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Architectural FinishesSelect designs that resemble natural materials to provide a clean, high-end look, or choose from a variety of patterns created in collaboration with leading designers from across the globe. With 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes and 3M™ Glass Finishes, there’s no limit to your imagination.
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Building Window SolutionsIncrease comfort, conserve energy, and even increase safety and security with 3M's building window films. Whether you need to upgrade windows to code or enhance protections against accidents and natural disasters, we can help you find the right solution.
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Graphics and SignageCreate stunning, picture-perfect wall graphics and building wraps for almost any surface, including textured walls. You can communicate a message, offer directions, or reinforce the brand experience on your building’s surfaces with a cost-effective, low-maintenance alternative to paint.
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Resources for architects and designers
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View or download the digital PDF version of our most recent 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes sample book.
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View or download the digital PDF version of our most recent 3M™ Glass Finishes sample book.
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Check out our interactive digital catalog. This is more than just a PDF, with new features including a keyword search function, and ability to bookmark pages, add notes, share with others and more.
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Download CSI specs.
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See how 3M™ Glass Finishes or 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finishes look in person.
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