Removing Car Tint from Windows: Professional Recommendations

A high-quality car window film can take your driving experience to another level. From blocking UV rays to offering more privacy for you and your passengers, it gives your vehicle’s windows a sleek look. There are many more reasons to make you choose car tint in Cebu. But, there are some instances when you may want to remove the window tint. Previously you might have installed a low-quality tint and now paying the price or upgrading to a newer, more advanced film. However, the removal procedure itself can be a real pain, particularly if you attempt to perform it alone.

Whether you choose the DIY route or hire a professional to do the job, this blog is here to help! Here we have listed the best practices for DIY and the reasons why you should go with professionals for everything related to car window tinting.

How to Remove the Car Window Tint

Tools and Equipment

Make sure you have the appropriate tools on hand before you start removing window tints from your vehicle. The following instruments are required for the removal process: 

  • Face mask 
  • Safety glasses
  • Safety gloves
  • Heat gun
  • Scraper
  • Spray bottle
  • Cleaning solution
  • Razor blade

Prepare the Area

You should pick a well-ventilated space, such as your garage with the garage door open, to remove window tint because doing so can produce dust and dirt particles.

It's an excellent idea to cover your car with tarps or plastic sheeting to expedite the cleanup process. To avoid damage and a mess that will be even harder to clean up, you should also cover the interior of your car.

Before you begin, make sure you have on all of your safety gear. This includes safety glasses to shield your eyes from chemicals and debris, a facemask to shield you from breathing in dust, and safety gloves to assist you avoid cuts when using the razor blade. 

Heating the Film

The first stage in removing window tint is to release the adhesive layer that holds the window tint film to the car's window. The best method for this is to release the glue with a heat gun or fabric steamer. If you don't have these tools, you can use a hair dryer, but even on its maximum setting, a hair dryer will take a lot longer to operate than a steamer or heat gun.

Apply heat by positioning your heat gun, steamer, or hair dryer a few inches away from the window while your window is rolled down a few inches so that the top of the tint film is visible. This process can take a few minutes, but you will eventually see the edges of the car tint start to curl.

Removing the Film

You can carefully peel away your car tint in Cebuwith a razor blade or scraper once the top edge begins to curl away from the window. Peel away the film a little at a time, moving gently. If you rush, you could end up harming your car’s window or even cutting yourself. 

Removing Any Adhesive Residue

There may be a significant amount of adhesive residue on your car's glass even after you've removed the window tint film. The simplest way to get rid of this residue is to use an adhesive remover such as isopropyl alcohol, an ammonia solution, or nail polish remover. Soapy water will also work, although it could require a bit more time and scrubbing. 

Cleaning the Window

The final step in the window tint removal method is to clean your window once you are done. This includes washing away any adhesive residue that remains after you’ve used an adhesive remover and wiping away any leftovers of the adhesive remover itself. 

DIY vs Professional Services

Unless you have experience working with tint, it will be a good idea to let the professionals help you remove your car window tint. With this, you will save a ton of time and hassle as car tint removal is a labor-intensive task that requires a lot of time and elbow grease. Moreover, if it isn’t done right, the process of removing car tintcan easily scratch or even break your car’s windows– and the cost to replace a window can be a lot.

Safety is another reason why you need to think twice before removing the window tint removal yourself. In addition to requiring the use of sharp tools like razor blades, window tint removal can generate a lot of dust and debris that is dangerous to breathe in. This is why working with a professional window tint service to remove old window film will be the best choice.

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Kamputhaw, Cebu City 6000
Beside Red Planet and opp Ayala Center

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