How to Tint Your Own Residential Windows
Tinted windows provide many benefits for the home. For those who live in warmer areas or have to endure the summer months, tinted windows can offer heat reduction. Tinted windows are also known for providing more privacy. Follow these steps in order to achieve window tinting in your own home.
What you will need:
- Window film
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Window wetting solution
- Squeegee
- Cloth or rag
- Clean your window(s) thoroughly.
- Use your measuring tape to measure your window(s).
- Cut the tinted window film according to the measurements and add an extra 3/4 to 1 inch.
- Spray the window(s) with your window wetting solution.
- Separate the protective liner from the adhesive before attempting to apply on window.
- Turn the adhesive side of the film toward the window and place onto the window.
- Smooth out any lumps or bubbles using your squeegee and/or wetting solution.
- Trim any excess film from the window after the film has been smoothed out.
- Blot the film with a dry old rag or cloth to remove any excess water.
- Allow your newly applied tinted window film to dry.
- To maintain your tinted window you can create a water and vinegar cleaning solution.
- Avoid cleaning with abrasive material as to not create any scratches on the film. Your window film will last about 10 to 15 years so replacement will not be so frequent; however, you do want you window tint to look good while it lasts, so regular dusting and cleaning should be done on a weekly basis.