🧪 SERVICES & PROCESSING
What chemistry and equipment do you use?
We process all color negative films using fresh, professionally-monitored C-41 chemistry on our calibrated Jobo rotary system to ensure perfectly consistent development. Every roll is then scanned on the legendary Pakon F-135 Plus film scanner, optimized for true-to-life colors, rich shadow details, and that authentic, organic film grain.
What film formats do you accept?
Currently, our Grand Opening $12 special covers 35mm and 120 color negative (C-41) films. We handle all major brands including Kodak, Fujifilm, Ilford, and Lomography, as well as expired film rolls.
Do you return the physical negatives?
Yes, absolutely! Your negatives belong to you. After processing and scanning, your negatives will be safely stored and ready for pickup, or we will store and send it back to you after 5 rolls. We highly recommend keeping your negatives as your ultimate analog backup.
What happens if my film roll comes back completely blank?
Don’t worry — blank rolls are actually very common, especially for first-time film shooters!This usually happens when the film doesn’t catch the take-up spool properly in the camera, so it never advanced while shooting. It’s a normal part of the film photography learning curve.
At TAFL, we’ve got you covered:If your roll comes back completely blank, we will give you a Free Develop & Scan coupon for your next roll — no questions asked.We want you to feel confident continuing your film journey without the fear of “wasting” a roll.
How long do you keep my files?
We store your high-resolution files via the archive link for 2 weeks (14 days). Your web gallery, which contains compressed images for easy viewing, will remain active for 3 months. Please make sure to download and safely back up your photos as soon as you receive them, as we cannot guarantee file recovery after the archive link expires.
📦 DROP-OFF & LOGISTICS
How does the 24/7 Green Dropbox work?
It’s simple, secure, and built for your convenience:
- Order Online First: Go to
tafl.us, select your service, and complete checkout to get your Order Number. - Label Your Film: Write your Order Number clearly on a Ziploc bag or directly on the film canister using a permanent marker.
- Drop It Off: Place your labeled film inside our secure Green Dropbox located at Fairfield, Cypress, TX 77433 (near Ault Elementary School) anytime—24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Is the Dropbox secure?
Yes. Our Dropbox is weatherproof, and securely anchored. It is monitored 24/7 to ensure your irreplaceable memories are safe from both the elements and theft until we collect them for processing.
📧 DELIVERY & TIMELINE
How will I receive my digital scans?
Once your film is processed and scanned, you will receive a secure email containing a download link to your high-resolution digital images and online gallery. You can easily download them directly to your phone or computer, or share them as you like.
What is your turnaround time (TAT)?
Our standard turnaround time is 1-2 business days from the moment we retrieve your film from the Dropbox. We pride ourselves on system efficiency and will always aim to get your scans into your inbox as quickly as possible.