How To Remove Window Tinting
Posted on: 27 March 2019
The same factors that make window tint adhere so well to your car window also make the task of removing the tint a challenging one. If you've never done this sort of thing before, fight the temptation to simply rip out the tinting film. There's a good chance you'll create a mess and make it harder to remove the tinting film. Luckily there are a few ways of making things easier.
Using Soap and a Razor Blade
If you're trying to remove small bits of film that may be left on different parts of your window, scraping them out will be effective. You'll need dish soap, a razor blade/knife, a spray bottle and glass cleaner in addition to water.
The razor is used to lift a corner which you can then use to start peeling off the film. Try and remove the film in one piece if possible. Use the soap to clean off the residue once you've removed the film. You'll also need to use the razor to scrape off adhesive residue left behind. The downside of this method is that it can take a lot of time.
Sun and Ammonia
You'll have to wait for a sunny day to try out this method. Ammonia is sprayed on the tint and glass is covered using garbage bags. When this is left out in the sun, the heat will cause the adhesive to soften, making it a lot easier to remove. The black garbage bags help to trap the heat needed for the process. They'll need to be left in place for an hour.
Using a Hair Dryer
A hair dryer can be a surprisingly effective tool when you need to remove your window tint. You can also use a heat gun if you happen to have one around. The hair dryer is used to heat the tint which will soften the adhesive. You'll need to start heating from the edges to be able to pry the film from the glass. After this is done, you should direct the air stream where the glass and film meet while slowly peeling offer the tinting film. There will be adhesive residue to be cleaned off afterwards.
Leave it to a Professional
If you're not feeling up to it, you can also enlist the help of a professional. Professionals will have tools such as steamers which can do a better job. You can also start discussing future car window tinting options with them. For more information, contact a company like SML Window Tint.
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