How to Install Tinted Residential Window Film
Installation of residential window tint can reduce as much as 90 percent of light and heat from entering the home, reducing cooling bills. The tint is a metallic film, like automobile tint, in larger proportions; the tint is easier to apply than most car tint, as the windows are flat and immobile. The average homeowner can tint a medium-sized house window (12 panes) in about an hour. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Clean the window entirely with high-strength window cleaner. Wipe thoroughly and allow to dry overnight.
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Spray one pane of the window with water until it is saturated. Use the towel at the bottom to catch any excess.
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Cut the window tint film to the size of the window pane, plus 1/2 inch on each side. Peel the film's clear plastic storage backing off, and quickly press the glued side of the window tint onto the pane. Most window lanes are less than a foot tall, and this small section of tint film will not be extremely difficult to handle.
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Squeegee the film to remove all of the air bubbles between the film and the glass. Start at the center of the pane and work outward, spraying more water onto the film if it begins to dry out. Once all of the air bubbles are worked out, allow the film to dry for one hour.
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Repeat steps 2 through 4 until all of the window panes are covered.
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Clean the tint with a non-ammonia-based cleaner.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not attempt to do all panes at once; they must be done one at a time for professional results.
Do not touch the glue side of the tint film once the backing is peeled off; it will be ruined and you must cut a new section.
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