How to Apply Window Tint Film

Window tinting helps prevent the glare of the sun from beating down on you or your belongings. It helps prevent furniture and artwork from fading. And it prevents passersby from peering into the windows of your home or automobile. While professional tinting can be costly, applying your own window tint film is not. In less than an hour's time you can install window tint film on windows in your very own home.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Window tint film
• Tape measure
• Window cleaner
• Squeegee
• Sharp scissors or Exacto knife
• Straightedge or ruler

1. Measure your window. Add 1/2-inch to the overall diameter. Cut a sheet of window film tint using these dimensions.

2. Spray the window tint film with window cleaner, so that it is moist.

3. Starting at the top of the window pane, adhere the dry side of the window tint film to the glass. Leave the excess margin outside of the windowpane.

4. Use a ruler to snugly affix the top of the window tint film in a straight line. Press against the glass and just underneath the top of the window's edge with the ruler.

5. Continue holding the ruler in one hand. Smooth the remainder of the sheet of window tint film with a squeegee using your other hand. Once the film appears to be staying on the window, you may put the ruler down.

6. Continue smoothing the window tint film in a top to bottom motion, removing air bubbles at the same time with the squeegee. Spray the film with a little extra window cleaner if the film becomes difficult to smooth.

7. Allow the film to thoroughly dry for about 30 minutes. Use scissors or an Exacto knife to trim excess film from the edges.

References

• WIndow Film Warehouse
• Gila Films
• Dulley.com