Home Window Tinting: The Ultimate Guide
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How to Tint Your Home Windows: A Comprehensive Guide
Tinting your home windows not only elevates the aesthetic appeal of your residence but also brings a plethora of functional benefits. From heat rejection to UV protection, the advantages are substantial. This article delves into the step-by-step process, as detailed by Max from RC Window Films, emphasizing the key aspects of DIY window tinting.
Benefits of Window Tinting
-Heat Rejection: One of the primary benefits of window tinting is its ability to significantly reduce the heat entering your home, making for a more comfortable living environment.
-Glare Reduction: Tinted windows cut down on glare, which can be particularly beneficial in rooms with televisions or monitors.
-UV Protection: By blocking harmful UV rays, window tinting helps prevent the fading of interior furnishings, including carpets, hardwood floors, and other materials.
-Necessary Tools and Materials
Before embarking on your window tinting project, gathering the right tools and materials is crucial.
Here's what you'll need:
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Measuring and Cutting the Film
Accuracy is key in measuring your windows to ensure the tint film covers the entire glass surface without any excess. Measure the width and height of the window, adding an inch to each measurement to allow for an easy application. Depending on the size of your window, select either a 72-inch or 48-inch width material, keeping in mind the amount needed based on your measurements.
Installation Process
Preparation: Start with a thorough cleaning of the window to remove any debris and contamination. This ensures a smooth surface for the film application.
Application: Carefully apply the tint film to the window. Techniques such as avoiding contamination, ensuring the film's edges are aligned with the window's edges, and removing air bubbles are crucial for a successful application.
Finishing Touches: After the film is applied, remove excess water and air bubbles. Ensuring the edges are properly sealed will prevent peeling and ensure the longevity of your tint.
Conclusion
Window tinting is a rewarding DIY project that can significantly enhance the comfort and functionality of your home. By following the detailed steps provided by Max, even beginners can achieve professional-looking results. Remember, patience and precision are your best tools in this project. Share your experiences and any additional tips in the comments below to help others in their window tinting journey.
Wonderful step by step thank you! That 45 degree cut in the corner made it so much easier to avoid creasing my film!
You da man, thanks so much for your videos, I've done 8 windows now and getting better each one. Without your videos I would've placed it in the too hard basket. I really appreciate it man thanks so much all the way from Australia
Your very welcome and thanks for your support and time.
Lots of valuable pro tips. Really appreciate the walk through.
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made an impossible task easy...Thank you
You are a very good teacher thank you for this video
great instructions
Hi there
From where to buy the role ?
And is it available in canada
Love your videos helped me start my own buisness! You sound like coyote Peterson lol
Thank you!!! Also congrats
Man you make it look easy. When i try the reverse roll and i let it drop it only unrolls a little bit it doesn't unroll all the way can you tell me what im doing wrong is it the kind of adhesive on the film im using? The tint sticks to any surface it touches so it would stick to the timber window frame in this video I assume it's different to the preasure sensitive adhesive tint you are using in this video
Good stuff keep it up
Appreciate it
What do you do if the gasket around the panel is about 5mm? Do you ever trim the gasket back?
It really depends. We sometimes trim seals if the customer approves or remove them and reinstall them after film application.
Can u do half the window if the size is large and then do the other half ??
Of course that works
Not sure I saw correctly, but from other videos, you adhered the opposite side that others have done. All other videos I have watched, the installer has placed the side where the film protection was removed, while you did the opposite..at least that is what I did see on first viewing..
we back roll the film and by doing so it removes the liner placing it on the back side of the film. On video it's hard to catch unless explained. Good catch but all films have a sticky adhesive that is activated by uv light. This includes exterior window film.
@@rcwindowfilmsAh, so backrolling essentially flips the liner to the other side of the film thereby exposing the adhesive side of the film? Have I got that right?
@@jackfromthe60s yes 🙌 that’s correct
Any recommendations for Anderson windows? I think they're dual panel. I don't want glass shattering
Hello, thank you so much for your tips.
Q: Can i just install the new tint over the old window frosted glass sticker? The frosted glass sticker is so difficult to remove because it comes in many shapes on the window glass.
better to remove it with a scrapper blade but yes it is possible.
Looking to keep our view of outside and let sun light in, but create privacy. What kind of film would you recommend and where would we get it? Thanks
In my personal opinion, I would say a dual reflective window film. It may sound counterintuitive, but dual reflective simply means the interior is less reflective than the exterior side of the film. This film will not allow others to see in during the daytime hours, but will allow you to see out. Additionally, this film provides great UV protection and heat reduction as well as allows natural light to come in the preferred visible light transmission would be 30%. What this means is 30% of the light will still be allowed to come in which is pretty significant after the film is fully installed
Can i use car tint for my home windows ?
Can I use a window film on double pane glass? If the window film says the absorption is 43% is that ok for double pane glass filled with the gas?
Yes, you most certainly can install window film on dual pane windows however, it’s important to identify where the Low e coating is present. A lot of times low e coatings are on the interior portion of the window. If it’s on surface three it’s best to avoid applying an interior film and go with an exterior film.
Lois surface threes on the interior portion of the window so the side that you can touch from the inside of the house on/in between the glass if there’s a coat there, install an exterior film
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Thank you!
Let us know if you want more details if you want more tips or tricks not seen or if you need any in-depth information. 😀
If you use a card and a blade to cut on the inside of the window seal/gasket, then technically there would be a small gap (width of the card) between the film and the seal/gasket
What is the name/ color of the material you are using,
This material is a dual reflective material that has a a slight bronze tone to it. the interior of the film is a dye base that has a neutral gray tone that helps counteract the bronze exterior providing a natural look from the interior looking out while reducing total solar energy by nearly 80%.
After installing my film, I have a kind of "milky" color between the glass and the film. Why do I get this ? I clean VERY well my glasses and even scrape it before installing the film
The most likely cause of the issue is using excessive soap during the window tinting process. If you overlap the squeegee and there's too much soap, it can mix with the adhesive, resulting in a cloudy or milky appearance.
Just a question on that what % is that tint?
are you asking? What’s the best percentage of film or what percentage of film is this?
@@rcwindowfilms I’m asking what is the percentage for that film you just installed.
15% dual reflective window film this type is a pressure sensitive adhesive
Would baby shampoo work the same as dish soap?
Absolutely baby shampoo works just as fine however, we prefer Dawn dish soap primarily because it has some detergent and allows it to cure faster
Eh, the film kept creasing, i give up 😅
giving up is never an option. Keep at it you'll get it.
Isn't it normally the side where you pull off the last mee, the sticky side?
Guess that the co off back rolling Ng the film could have been explained more clear.
sorry i thought it was pretty clear.
@@rcwindowfilms perhaps it was me than. For me it was not very clear that when you dropped the role after you peeled, it would back roll it basically. Seems like an advanced "move"
Definitely, it's a bit of an advanced technique. But trust me, with a bit of practice and by adding some water underneath the liner, it'll adhere perfectly due to the vacuum effect when applied to the back of the film. This method is especially effective on larger windows.
@@rcwindowfilms yeah guess, handling ng slots ch a big g piece of tint and taking the liner off and such. This is way faster!
I just had a professional company install tine on my windows in my house. They left light gaps in all my windows. Then they came back and caulked the windows. Honestly, it doesn't look good. They did a crappy job on the caulking. I have never had anything tinted but I was surprised that with a straight edge there was light gaps. Is this normal or just a crappy install?
I certainly think that the darker, the film, the more like gap you’re able to see, especially if you have white frame windows with a very dark film. Or whatever contrast the most. caulking is definitely something that’s not easy to get straight and look perfect but it can certainly help mitigate the amount of light gap. What a perfect job is is one that you’re most satisfied with. It sounds like you’re unsatisfied. I would highly recommend you reach out to the company and see what solutions they’re able to offer.
Thank you!!!! Anyway it's not so clear how you reverse roll :)
Also could you specify were can I find all those tools, squeegee, please?
I suggest rewatching the section at 7:15 min into the video.
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