How to Care for Tinted Car Windows

Tinting your car windows can be beneficial in many ways. It lowers the temperature inside the car, provides UV protection for your skin and eyes, discourages burglary and looks nice. Caring for your tint can be another story. It needs constant care, or else your tint could become damaged. With the proper knowledge, you can feel better about caring for your car window tint, and have an easier time enjoying it.

Things You'll Need

• Soap Water Soft T-shirt rag or sponge

Instructions

1. Allow the window tint to dry. It usually takes three to five days for the tint to completely dry. The professional who installs your car window tint should tell you how long it will take.

2. Avoid scratches and nicks by keeping car keys and other objects away from windows. This kind of damage is often unrepairable without replacing the entire damaged area.

3. Clean tinted windows using soap, water and a soft T-shirt rag or sponge. Never use chemicals on tinted windows, as this could cause damage to the tint.

4. If damage does occur to the window tint, take it to a professional who knows what they are doing. They may not be able to repair the damage, but they can replace the window where the damage has occurred.

5. After time, the window tint will deteriorate, depending upon the quality of the tint. If you want to reapply new tint, take your car to a professional who can remove the damaged tint. This may take some time and money as the old tint does not usually come off easily.

Tips & Warnings

• Ask the installer if you have any concerns and for more in-depth issues such as warranties.

• Never attempt to remove tint yourself, as you could do more damage.