Windshield Tint Procedure

Applying window tint to your auto glass can help you in many different ways. Windshield tint provides privacy that you normally do not get with the windows of your car. You also receive protection from ultra violet rays. You can learn to apply tint to window yourself or have a professional do it for you. Either way, the steps outlined here will need to be followed by whoever works on your auto glass.

Whether you work on your windows or you let a professional do it, make sure that the person applying the windshield tint is prepared to be precise. With window tint, the smallest mistake can lead to a peeling or bubbling tint that does you little good. Whoever works on your auto glass should also know the laws regarding the windshield tint process.
• Clean the window that you are going to work on first. Use the soapy water for this. If this does not get it clean enough, use some more powerful spray. However, make sure that you remove all traces of soap or cleanser so that the window is free of any substance that will interfere with the windshield tint process.

• Use one of your razors to remove any traces of soap, dirt or other debris.

• Now use the squeegee to on the same auto glass surface. The idea is to make the surface absolutely clean. Do not skip this part of the process as overly obsessive. Getting the windows clean is the most crucial part of the process.

• Place the window tint film gently on the auto glass. You should leave a margin about one-quarter inch wide at the top of the window.

• Push the windshield tint beneath the rubber lining at the edges of the window.

• Turn on the blow dryer and heat a portion of the window tint. Run the squeegee over the heated portion of auto glass. Press gently with the squeegee but firmly. You want to remove any air bubbles or moisture. There should not be anything between the windshield tint and the auto glass.

• Repeat these steps for all the windows of your