Use a pin or very thin nail, stab a hole and try to get as much of the excess air pocket out and then it should look sm better, won’t be perfect but it will look sm better than having creases and air bubbles in it
Great example mate! I've been professionally tinting windows for 15+ yrs & you explained the process of installing really well man. Difficult but doable as a DIY project.
Thanks for the feedback Ian, and cheers for the compliment on a good explanation.. it's funny to try and tint windows and talk to a camera at the same time. It's all practice I guess. 👍 Kent
Looking into getting into a business with this… curious if you’d be willing to give me some pointers and a few notes on the ins and outs. Or problems you’ve experienced. Thanks!
Hello sir! Sir i have bought glasses for my 8 rooms tuition academy which is 6 mm and 8mm. It is crystal clear white and i am not happy wit it. I want it to be blue transparent from both sides.what should i do to it?
Actually came here looking for tips/reminders on how to do this. The one Simple Trick™of yours I really liked was to use 2 pieces of sello/sticky tape to separate the backing from the tint! Your video also reminded me of how quickly the tint can go from a "damp standby readiness" to a clingy/sticky/stubborn film. Like using a quick-setting glue or concrete; one moment you're still trying to finesse things, the next moment you're noticing things you wish you'd noticed earlier but now it's too late to change 🙂 I will remember to proceed with that caveat in mind. I've done or helped do a handful of window tints over my lifetime (could probably count those times on 1 hand) and I'm getting ready to tint the glass in the back door of our home. I guess it's called "full size" or "full length". The door is a builder boring basic, metal frame. The previous owner had hung up sheers (magnet mounts for the curtain rod) and we're just tired of that look. So we've got our roll of tint plus the spray solution plus an included mini-squeegee. The tint we chose was purchased at the local hardware store. Brand name Gila (never heard of them before), product name "Heat Control Window Film". Claims to reduce heat and glare and "not your view!" I guess we'll see. Other claims they make include "Helps block heat & glare", "Rejects up to 59% of the sun's heat", "Blocks up to 99% of UV rays". I always find claims that include "up to" can end up having a generous margin of error. Merely mentioning the specifics in case anyone else has the same product available to them, which I don't expect will be the case for everyone. I'm optimistic of the results, but bracing for disappointment.
@@InspireDIY It was a walk in the park, nixce and easy to do, although I only had 4 panes of glass 40cmx60cm so easily manageable but...I found it darkened the space so 4 hours later I removed it 😕
@@InspireDIY well thank you sir. I think I can speak for all of us here that we’ve gotten abnormal amount of gray hair trying to make this work. Awesome video.
What a great video! I wished I had seen this much earlier. The use of the credit card is just brilliant. I even use it in place of the squeegee to push out bubbles. Thanks!
Omg!!! The cello-tape works a treat! You are marvellous thank you! I never knew it had a backing on them. Now i can do my bedroom window 😂❤ thank you!!!!🫂
As a professional installer, I will say your process is pretty good. However I will mention that it is important to know your films absorbtion %. Apply to thermal pane windows can cause a stress crack. Same with partial shade. Low E coatings, and triple glazed glass etc can cause issues. Important to mention this as you can cause expensive failures
@@WinnieDaDuckpretty sure you have to use double/triple glazed tints and they're from outside only. I have darker tint specifically for 2 layer glass and in 7 shops they sold it was all from outside. At least i could take my windows out of frame as i live on 5th floor building apartment lol
Thank you Ken. Glad that I read your description and found out the file I bought is not applicable to the double-paneled window. Save me a lot of troubles.
Little tip for peeling clear liner Try rolling the film up with plastic liner facing in then un roll till half of it is exposed wet the film then roll it back up then pick a corner peel a small section lay it on glass then as u roll the film on to glass the liner will stick to the outside of the film as you are unrolling making it faster and easier to apply👌 Over great video for this first DIY home installers
@@InspireDIY your very welcome hoping to start doing some videos myself my my fat head ain't the best in videos but hopefully I can help some people with some techniques I've learnt over past 13 years of Tinting professional have a great week thanks for replying please subcribe to stay I touch for any further information u may need in future 💪
Hey Craig, you can definitely DIY mate, take your time, have help and even start on the smallest window as that may be more manageable as you get the hang of it. I’m no pro either and mine are looking great 👍 the worst that can happen is it creases and you peel it off and do it again. Best of luck buddy, let me know how you get on. Kent
I haven’t tried doing home windows but with automotive tinting you wet the glass, place the tint on using the liquid to hold in place, then trim, then remove adhesive.
@@InspireDIY No particular film (although Ferris Bueller's Day Off came to mind, for some reason!). But if it was the opening scene of a film, I would definitely keep watching!🎬📽📺😊
First time I attempted this I didn't watch anything on how to do it and I ended up with not enough tint for the window I was trying to tint and it had bubbles all over the place which looked very tacky. Followed the instructions in this video and it went really quick and smooth only one bubble near the corner of the window but it's barely noticeable so I consider that a success.
Hey Al, remember that tip in the video with 2 pieces of sticky tape separating the film, if you do this you’ll see the backing is clear thin plastic, and the other is your tinted film layer (this layer is also the sticky one). Best of luck 👍Kent
Yessir. A well deserved thumbs up! I hope your badly needed help finally arrived. 🤣 Good show man. Getting ready to do some 2000mmx800mm 75"x35". Those pointers were valuable.
I found that applying film to the interior pane of a double glazed unit, the window surface got very hot inside as the air gap temperature rose (windows in danger of exploding scenario). By applying it outside, this didn't happen. Also, using a knife to cut the edges increases risk of glass exploding if scored significantly. Best to remove glazing beading, applying and then put the beading back. That way there will be no edge to trim.
Wow, never thought it would get that hot inside Al Kaput, maybe a design fault with the windows?? Would the tint film add a layer like a laminate at least holding the broken glass in place if that happened.. or are you thinking the tint is to blame in this scenario? Very interesting 🤔Kent
This all depends on what type you have applied, some window film reflects and some absorbs, the heat can get trapped if its absorbed and there's certain coatings on the Double glazed unit.
installing 3 today. Yeah 2 people is essential for a good job. I had so much trouble getting the back film off.. never thought of using 2 bits of tape.. thanks for the assist :)
Just installed it on a front door and side window. Is it doable? Sure. Is it going to get messed up, wrinkled and frustrating? Yes I recommend two people for any film job because of how delicate this stuff is. It will not look perfect if you do it yourself. It can look perfect if you have two people.
Thanks for the tips! Here's another one for your viewers! Be aware about the colors that are offered!! While the green tint looks cool, now all the sunlight coming in my living room is REALLY green!!
Argh I wish I’d seen this before taking advice from another video. I used fairy dish soap and it’s been a nightmare to work with! Going to get me some baby shampoo tomorrow and give this another go. I’ve worked with this before, but the window was smaller than the one I’m doing now and I was afraid to be liberal with the solution for fear of bubbles. Not giving up. Will aim to finish this job tomorrow 🤞
@@InspireDIY ok, I didn’t have any baby shampoo and I had already pretty much ruined this sheet I was working with, so I thought what the heck, nothing to lose, so I tried it with a small amount of Avon dry oil and I added water to it lol. It’s basically a body oil and as that was all I had at midnight, I was going for it! It went on like a dream. One issue though on reflection (no pun intended 🤣); I don’t know what residue has been left behind with it being an oil. Until I peel this off and see what state it’s in, it’s hard to say what rate of success this is and if I have another go with this or go out and get baby shampoo? 🧐 In other news, it’s still on the window this morning and it so much easier to apply when I followed what you did! Stick with this oil/water mix or go and get baby shampoo. Thoughts?
@@InspireDIY Kent, can you explain better why we only want to squeegee to 1 inch short of the side? Also,what do you do with the remaining 1inch after you trim the excess away? Thanks
Hey John, that’s a great question that I probably didn’t explain to well… when we first squeegee the film, by going too close to the window gaskets the wet film picks up dust/fluff/grit and this ends up trapped under the film. Only once we have trimmed excess off a couple millimeters away from the edges should we squeegee it down flat.
Hey mate, I know you can use a pin… but I wouldn’t! This is the start of the end - now without a need to there is a hole for air and dust to get in and it won’t take long and it’ll look horrible 😕 All the best, Kent
Omg I've got 3 minium, 2 long tall Sally's and 2 French windows to do, just as well I'm I prisoned indoors will nout better to do, than try this to bar violent thugs from my sight. Thanks for sharing😊
Renting, Will it work without sticking it on, Would just use sticky tape to hold it on ??? Getting sun right though my Windows in the morning afternoon :( Thanks.
Well, I finished the big pane. And in retrospect, if I could do it over, I would do the small panes first, because the big pane looks absolutely horrible. Where it went wrong for me was trying to smooth out the wrinkles. When squeegeeing diagonal wrinkles one way, it sometimes creates wrinkles in other spots, then in this process, some of the wrinkles fold back on themselves and make really noticeable lines, that can't be smoothed out. Looks like cracks in the window. I can't afford more of this stuff, so I hope my landlord understands. But my tip from experience now, is start with the small panes. That way, if you screw it up your first attempt, it is not as costly.
Yeah that's true- bigger panes are more tricky.., did you do it yourself or did you have a helper? Would you agree that the more spray that goes on and the flatter it starts out on the window - the better? Once it's creased it's cactus hey!
@@InspireDIY I had no helper. My second smaller pane didn't come out much better, but a LITTLE better, because one thing I picked up this time was after you get the corner stuck try to go across horizontally first, so you can keep the top level. This will minimize the amount of wrinkles because you pull the majority of the backing off straight vertically down so everything stays straight. But it wasn't perfect. Two permanent wrinkles on the bottom. I wish someone would explain how to avoid wrinkles, cuz I am running out of film. I still have a big enough piece for one more attempt at the big pane, and a few more at the small panes, so I can still pull this off without having to order more, though at this price, part of me just wants to live with those wrinkles. But If i try again, I'd sure like to know how to avoid them
As soon as the tint's adhesive absorbs some sprayed on water it starts to cure, making it really hard to pull off (definately a re-position is outa the question) but the film is new and strong so you can pull it off in one piece and then clean up the glass again. Not great hey!
You need quite a bit of soap/water mix so it's not sticking to the glass. Then go across the top first then down the middle in a T. The work ya way out from the middle to the sides.
Correct! But only during the day. However at night when the lights are on inside, and it’s dark outside the opposite happens- you’ll need curtains for privacy🤙 cheers, Kent
Hey StJukes, yeah - good in theory If it’s a single pane, the glass doesn’t actually hold much heat. Unfortunately the vacuum space between double glazing does when tinted film applied. All the best, Kent
Hey twhitten828, I don't know what's happened to our last messages 🤷♂️? But I was so hoping that your idea would work and you discovered something new and effective.. I'm glad the traditional way worked well for you though 🤙 thanks, Kent
Hey Precious. Privacy during the day, and at night unless you have the lights on and then like any tint, when it's dark out and the lights are on inside, the room becomes like a fishbowl and you can see straight in🙄 Kent
remove the back before you start application, start from center squeeg outwards from the center for easiest application. Just like tinting car windows.
@@InspireDIY I hate tinting . Its one of the least enjoyable and most messy DIY projects. I was lucky to have a friend that has owned a tint shop since the early 90's who taught me. I couldn't imagine doing it for a living.
Hey pspr, great Qs. Yes it definitely reduces the heat pelting in during summer (and less UV fading carpets and such). …and Yes you can have film on ‘Double glazed’ windows but play it safe and consult with a company ensuring the right films are used and they warranty their products and installation. The risk is due to certain VLT and heat reduction levels causing panes to crack under heat stress. Best of luck mate. Kent
I'm confused about this, though. When I installed on the inside per instructions, the mirror effect is on the inside of the house, and you can straight into the house from outside at night. I bought the window tint from home depot.
Hey Britt, yes - all films are installed on the inside (including reflective) this works well during the day to block UV, heat and have privacy but yes unfortunately all tints allow you to see through into the house at night if the lights are on. Wanna be rich? Invent one that doesn’t 🤔 cheers, Kent
Hey mate, it’s only reflective during the day. At night when it’s light inside and dark out, it almost goes reflective the other way (too a lesser degree) but no good for privacy, still need the good ol’ curtains👍 Kent
Adding any tint to a window will void the window warranty. The build up of heat when applied to the inside will eventually cause the break down of the sealant that creates the dead air space between the glass. When that seal fails the window will start getting moisture build up between the glass and cause the window to look foggy. With enough heat build up you can cause the glass to crack.
Good as! Thanks for the no bollocks instructional video without the shit music and "make sure you hit that subscribe button and turn on all notifications so you don't miss out..." etc. etc. My window tinting job has been an absolute abortion. I'll try again following this video. Cheers.
Hey fevbrain, great question mate, because we are using it as a surfactant- any shampoo could be used, baby shampoo is recommended because its is relatively clear, neutral pH, and doesn’t negatively impact the adhesives in the film like a detergent may. Best of luck🤙 Kent
I just bought one....instructions are that in the case of double glass, or in my case triple, tint must be mounted outside, or there is a risk of glass breaking.I cant tell what your glass is. Looks like double and it doesnt.
Hey Dado, mine are single pane windows(older house). Yes you are right to be cautious about double/triple glass cracking, it’s due to the inside pane heating up quicker than the outside pane and cracking typically due to a dark tint, so use a low heat absorption film light Clear UV Block or Mirror Tint as preferable. Best of luck with your DIY tinting 👍Kent
Hey mate, because we are using it as a surfactant- any shampoo could be used, baby shampoo is recommended because its is relatively clear, neutral pH, and doesn’t negatively impact the adhesives in the film like a coloured or scented shampoo may. Best of luck🤙 Kent Cheers, Kent
Hey Jack, I've purchased from several suppliers! ...From Bunnings in Australia called Pillar, then online with 'Poly Film', and most recently this product through Amazon amzn.to/3uw1w0Z Best of luck mate, Kent
yeah Wow! 5% is near impossible to see through. usually 35% is considered dark (35% of light will pass through) and 70% considered light. not recommended to use dark tint like this on double pane glass/ double glazing as it can heat up and break glass. but on single pane if you are after privacy, you'll get it with 5% haha, Best of luck, Kent
I have bubbles when. i did mine will they go?
Hey Timmo, great question mate, this will help you out… ruclips.net/video/qCZzH6y2dlE/видео.html cheers, Kent
Use a heat gun on low and squeege to try push it out
if you have bubbles , your screw
Use a pin or very thin nail, stab a hole and try to get as much of the excess air pocket out and then it should look sm better, won’t be perfect but it will look sm better than having creases and air bubbles in it
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Your calm voice & personality plus breaking it up into STEPS are what makes your video's superior to others
Oh that’s very kind. I’m glad the varying opinion was favourable this time around 😉 Kent
Great example mate! I've been professionally tinting windows for 15+ yrs & you explained the process of installing really well man. Difficult but doable as a DIY project.
Thanks for the feedback Ian, and cheers for the compliment on a good explanation.. it's funny to try and tint windows and talk to a camera at the same time. It's all practice I guess. 👍 Kent
Looking into getting into a business with this… curious if you’d be willing to give me some pointers and a few notes on the ins and outs. Or problems you’ve experienced. Thanks!
What if I can’t get a piece large enough to cover the window? Use 2 pieces?
Hello sir! Sir i have bought glasses for my 8 rooms tuition academy which is 6 mm and 8mm. It is crystal clear white and i am not happy wit it. I want it to be blue transparent from both sides.what should i do to it?
I'm just here to make it 100 likes 😅
Actually came here looking for tips/reminders on how to do this. The one Simple Trick™of yours I really liked was to use 2 pieces of sello/sticky tape to separate the backing from the tint!
Your video also reminded me of how quickly the tint can go from a "damp standby readiness" to a clingy/sticky/stubborn film. Like using a quick-setting glue or concrete; one moment you're still trying to finesse things, the next moment you're noticing things you wish you'd noticed earlier but now it's too late to change 🙂 I will remember to proceed with that caveat in mind.
I've done or helped do a handful of window tints over my lifetime (could probably count those times on 1 hand) and I'm getting ready to tint the glass in the back door of our home. I guess it's called "full size" or "full length". The door is a builder boring basic, metal frame. The previous owner had hung up sheers (magnet mounts for the curtain rod) and we're just tired of that look. So we've got our roll of tint plus the spray solution plus an included mini-squeegee. The tint we chose was purchased at the local hardware store. Brand name Gila (never heard of them before), product name "Heat Control Window Film". Claims to reduce heat and glare and "not your view!" I guess we'll see. Other claims they make include "Helps block heat & glare", "Rejects up to 59% of the sun's heat", "Blocks up to 99% of UV rays". I always find claims that include "up to" can end up having a generous margin of error. Merely mentioning the specifics in case anyone else has the same product available to them, which I don't expect will be the case for everyone. I'm optimistic of the results, but bracing for disappointment.
Hey Jim, thanks mate - enjoyed that story👌can relate.
Just experienced this and wadded up the whole bit. 😂
No fkn jarring music, pleasant demeanour, and clear explanations. A rare and pleasant experience.
You are very kind mate! Thanks for letting me know👌 cheers, Kent
Hello. It's 4 years in the future. I love you so much. The information was clear and detailed! Time to measure once and cut twice! ❤
Hey Bassomatic, thanks for the lovin’, but what do you mean ‘4 yeas in the future’?
🙂Kent
This is the BEST video I've watched and the one I keep referring back to! Thank you!
Oh shucks, thanks Jessica that’s really sweet! I’m glad it helped and thanks for the feedback. 👍Kent
3 years late to the party 🎉 ! Super explanation. Thanks! My window film arrives later and this gives me a great insight into getting it right. Cheers.
hey Manny, would love to hear how you get on.. best of luck, Kent
@@InspireDIY It was a walk in the park, nixce and easy to do, although I only had 4 panes of glass 40cmx60cm so easily manageable but...I found it darkened the space so 4 hours later I removed it 😕
Oh that’s a shame manny, are you going to try something else?
@@InspireDIY Not sure what my other options are, bar a curtain rail which will look awful. Am sure a bit of research will help!
Dayum…that’s one smooth film project
Thank you mate, hopefully it helped you out👍 cheers. Kent
@@InspireDIY well thank you sir. I think I can speak for all of us here that we’ve gotten abnormal amount of gray hair trying to make this work. Awesome video.
What a great video! I wished I had seen this much earlier. The use of the credit card is just brilliant. I even use it in place of the squeegee to push out bubbles. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the nice comment 🙂Kent
Omg!!! The cello-tape works a treat! You are marvellous thank you! I never knew it had a backing on them. Now i can do my bedroom window 😂❤ thank you!!!!🫂
I’m glad it helped Ruth👍 thanks, Kent
As a professional installer, I will say your process is pretty good.
However I will mention that it is important to know your films absorbtion %.
Apply to thermal pane windows can cause a stress crack. Same with partial shade.
Low E coatings, and triple glazed glass etc can cause issues. Important to mention this as you can cause expensive failures
Thanks Monty, all tips and tricks are gratefully accepted here😉 Kent
Does that mean you shouldn't put tints or films on triple glazed windows
@@WinnieDaDuck that is correct
@@WinnieDaDuckpretty sure you have to use double/triple glazed tints and they're from outside only. I have darker tint specifically for 2 layer glass and in 7 shops they sold it was all from outside. At least i could take my windows out of frame as i live on 5th floor building apartment lol
Thank you Ken. Glad that I read your description and found out the file I bought is not applicable to the double-paneled window. Save me a lot of troubles.
Well done Sean, that saved a potential drama hey! Kent
Little tip for peeling clear liner Try rolling the film up with plastic liner facing in then un roll till half of it is exposed wet the film then roll it back up then pick a corner peel a small section lay it on glass then as u roll the film on to glass the liner will stick to the outside of the film as you are unrolling making it faster and easier to apply👌
Over great video for this first DIY home installers
Cheers TMC, will have to give it a go👌 thanks for the helpful comment. Kent
@@InspireDIY your very welcome hoping to start doing some videos myself my my fat head ain't the best in videos but hopefully I can help some people with some techniques I've learnt over past 13 years of Tinting professional have a great week thanks for replying please subcribe to stay I touch for any further information u may need in future 💪
@@t.m.ctinting5666 absolutely mate, what’s your name, and your channel name? look forward to seeing your content. Take care and keep in touch 🤙Kent
I have an uneasy knot in my belly about doing this now but I'm glad I watched your video. Thank you.
Hey Craig, you can definitely DIY mate, take your time, have help and even start on the smallest window as that may be more manageable as you get the hang of it. I’m no pro either and mine are looking great 👍 the worst that can happen is it creases and you peel it off and do it again. Best of luck buddy, let me know how you get on. Kent
I haven’t tried doing home windows but with automotive tinting you wet the glass, place the tint on using the liquid to hold in place, then trim, then remove adhesive.
Oh that’s a cool approach David, I will try that out👌 Kent
I’m too desperate and stubborn to ask for help, so I will follow these instructions to a T. Thanks for the video!
haha Madelyn, that comment made me laugh, I am also one of the stubborn ones! how did you get on? Kent
That looked easy but when it comes to me doing it its gonna take ages , cheers for the step to step guide
I’ve got faith in you 123, let us know how you get on👍 cheers, Kent
I always come back to your tutorial when I'm redoing my windows 😅😅😅😂😅😂
Hey Idan, that’s a nice thing to hear mate👍 cheers, Kent
Omgee-Thank You! Doing this today. It's waaaay 2 hot in NV. rite now. 104°! Hate it! 🥵
Hey Michelle, what style of tint are you going to use? Mirror, translucent, glare control? best of luck👍Kent
I enjoy your energy buddy. You seem stern but calm. Learned a lot from you bud 👌🏻
Hey Tyler, thanks mate👍Kent
Thanks for this, mate. I also liked your intro. Reminded me of the opening scene from a film I was going to enjoy!
Haha, thanks Jenny, what film? Kent
@@InspireDIY No particular film (although Ferris Bueller's Day Off came to mind, for some reason!). But if it was the opening scene of a film, I would definitely keep watching!🎬📽📺😊
You're funny, I'm glad you watched and commented😉good to have you join me Jenny.
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Thank you for posting a short video, and appreciate the tips too!
You’re welcome Vv👍Kent
First time I attempted this I didn't watch anything on how to do it and I ended up with not enough tint for the window I was trying to tint and it had bubbles all over the place which looked very tacky. Followed the instructions in this video and it went really quick and smooth only one bubble near the corner of the window but it's barely noticeable so I consider that a success.
That’s a huge win White dragon! Well done 👍 thanks for letting me know it was a success. Kent
Thank you for the informative video! Really needed this guidance.
Thanks Nilee, glad it helped mate. Kent
This made my installation so much easier! Thank you!
Great to hear! Thanks for letting me know 🤙 Kent
Haha the Visa card is so handy! Thank you for sharing!!
Yeah I reckon so too Potting Studio.. thanks for the comment 👍 Kent
Hope no one tried to take your numbers down.
Super! This video really has helped me gain confidence to install mine!
Hey S Shan, thanks for letting me know - that's awesome! Kent
How do you know which side is the backing?
Hey Al, remember that tip in the video with 2 pieces of sticky tape separating the film, if you do this you’ll see the backing is clear thin plastic, and the other is your tinted film layer (this layer is also the sticky one). Best of luck 👍Kent
Thanks, very good advice on how to stick the foil!
Thank you gporenta, you are very kind🙂 Kent
Yessir. A well deserved thumbs up! I hope your badly needed help finally arrived. 🤣
Good show man. Getting ready to do some 2000mmx800mm 75"x35". Those pointers were valuable.
Haha, good on you Doug - thanks mate. Best of luck with the windows👍 Kent
The best video on it yet :D
Oh that’s sweet, thanks Ruby👍Kent
Thumbs up mate!!! thank you its really helpful.
Cheers Randomguy, glad it helped mate👍 Kent
Very helpful video mate. Even better than the Bunnings one I looked at earlier.
Good on you Richard 🤙 cheers mate. Kent
I found that applying film to the interior pane of a double glazed unit, the window surface got very hot inside as the air gap temperature rose (windows in danger of exploding scenario). By applying it outside, this didn't happen.
Also, using a knife to cut the edges increases risk of glass exploding if scored significantly.
Best to remove glazing beading, applying and then put the beading back. That way there will be no edge to trim.
Wow, never thought it would get that hot inside Al Kaput, maybe a design fault with the windows?? Would the tint film add a layer like a laminate at least holding the broken glass in place if that happened.. or are you thinking the tint is to blame in this scenario? Very interesting 🤔Kent
This all depends on what type you have applied, some window film reflects and some absorbs, the heat can get trapped if its absorbed and there's certain coatings on the Double glazed unit.
Use only stainless steel blades instead of carbon steel. That way the glass won’t be scored. I have 26 years of film experience
installing 3 today.
Yeah 2 people is essential for a good job.
I had so much trouble getting the back film off.. never thought of using 2 bits of tape.. thanks for the assist :)
Glad I could help Gavin, cheers for the comment mate 🤙Kent
Just installed it on a front door and side window. Is it doable? Sure. Is it going to get messed up, wrinkled and frustrating? Yes
I recommend two people for any film job because of how delicate this stuff is. It will not look perfect if you do it yourself. It can look perfect if you have two people.
Hey mate, sorry to hear that it was a frustrating process.. I can bet it goes smoother next time - you’ll be a master of it 2nd time around. 🤙Kent
Thanks. Already installed my first film
Good on ya Harry🤙 Kent
Thanks for the tips! Here's another one for your viewers! Be aware about the colors that are offered!! While the green tint looks cool, now all the sunlight coming in my living room is REALLY green!!
Great tip Yellowticket👌 how bad is it? Are you thinking to replace it or just live in green light? Cheers, Kent
Thank you for a very detailed video 👍🏻✔️
You're welcome Giovanni, and thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it, 👍 Kent.
Excellent advice thanks for posting
Thanks Rambo, that’s a lovely comment mate🤙 Kent
Argh I wish I’d seen this before taking advice from another video. I used fairy dish soap and it’s been a nightmare to work with! Going to get me some baby shampoo tomorrow and give this another go. I’ve worked with this before, but the window was smaller than the one I’m doing now and I was afraid to be liberal with the solution for fear of bubbles. Not giving up. Will aim to finish this job tomorrow 🤞
Well best of luck to you Pauline, please let us know how you get on🤞Kent
@@InspireDIY ok, I didn’t have any baby shampoo and I had already pretty much ruined this sheet I was working with, so I thought what the heck, nothing to lose, so I tried it with a small amount of Avon dry oil and I added water to it lol. It’s basically a body oil and as that was all I had at midnight, I was going for it! It went on like a dream. One issue though on reflection (no pun intended 🤣); I don’t know what residue has been left behind with it being an oil. Until I peel this off and see what state it’s in, it’s hard to say what rate of success this is and if I have another go with this or go out and get baby shampoo? 🧐
In other news, it’s still on the window this morning and it so much easier to apply when I followed what you did!
Stick with this oil/water mix or go and get baby shampoo. Thoughts?
Absolutely a fabulous vid mate!
Thanks so much Mac🤙 very kind! Kent
Thank you, I made the mistake of squeeging to close to the edge on the first two windows.
Ooh it’s hard to resist though isn’t it John! Good on you mate👍Kent
@@InspireDIY Kent, can you explain better why we only want to squeegee to 1 inch short of the side? Also,what do you do with the remaining 1inch after you trim the excess away? Thanks
Hey John, that’s a great question that I probably didn’t explain to well… when we first squeegee the film, by going too close to the window gaskets the wet film picks up dust/fluff/grit and this ends up trapped under the film. Only once we have trimmed excess off a couple millimeters away from the edges should we squeegee it down flat.
Bubbles 🫧 Use a pin...📍 if you have tons of bubbles.
I use soap mix to reposition paper....I use smaller pieces of tint film...
Hey mate, I know you can use a pin… but I wouldn’t! This is the start of the end - now without a need to there is a hole for air and dust to get in and it won’t take long and it’ll look horrible 😕
All the best, Kent
Omg I've got 3 minium, 2 long tall Sally's and 2 French windows to do, just as well I'm I prisoned indoors will nout better to do, than try this to bar violent thugs from my sight. Thanks for sharing😊
Best of luck with it then Moonspirit👍 Kent
Renting, Will it work without sticking it on, Would just use sticky tape to hold it on ???
Getting sun right though my Windows in the morning afternoon :(
Thanks.
Well, I finished the big pane. And in retrospect, if I could do it over, I would do the small panes first, because the big pane looks absolutely horrible. Where it went wrong for me was trying to smooth out the wrinkles. When squeegeeing diagonal wrinkles one way, it sometimes creates wrinkles in other spots, then in this process, some of the wrinkles fold back on themselves and make really noticeable lines, that can't be smoothed out. Looks like cracks in the window. I can't afford more of this stuff, so I hope my landlord understands. But my tip from experience now, is start with the small panes. That way, if you screw it up your first attempt, it is not as costly.
Yeah that's true- bigger panes are more tricky.., did you do it yourself or did you have a helper? Would you agree that the more spray that goes on and the flatter it starts out on the window - the better? Once it's creased it's cactus hey!
@@InspireDIY I had no helper. My second smaller pane didn't come out much better, but a LITTLE better, because one thing
I picked up this time was after you get the corner stuck try to go across horizontally first, so you can keep the top level. This will minimize the amount of wrinkles because you pull the majority of the backing off straight vertically down so everything stays straight. But it wasn't perfect. Two permanent wrinkles on the bottom. I wish someone would explain how to avoid wrinkles, cuz I am running out of film. I still have a big enough piece for one more attempt at the big pane, and a few more at the small panes, so I can still pull this off without having to order more, though at this price, part of me just wants to live with those wrinkles. But If i try again, I'd sure like to know how to avoid them
What a pane this film is! Don't know if I can pull it off! :D
As soon as the tint's adhesive absorbs some sprayed on water it starts to cure, making it really hard to pull off (definately a re-position is outa the question) but the film is new and strong so you can pull it off in one piece and then clean up the glass again. Not great hey!
You need quite a bit of soap/water mix so it's not sticking to the glass. Then go across the top first then down the middle in a T. The work ya way out from the middle to the sides.
Thank you!! I did it bc of YOU!!
Ohh you are too kind🤩 thanks, Kent
YESS SIRRR THIS IS EXACTLY WHY I CLICKED ON THIS VIDEO!!
🤙good stuff skinny …how did you get on? Kent
@@InspireDIY oh man!!! I’m so hyped you followed up on the comment. As soon as I finished I wanted to tell you how it went
Great job! I really needed help with separating the films. 😂
Thanks White owl.. it's sometimes the small parts of the job we overlook that end up stumping us the most hey! Good on you👍 Kent
Hey White Owl, your comment featured in this window tinting tutorial; ruclips.net/video/loIBMum6a5c/видео.html Thanks for your input! Kent
Okay just to be sure, this makes it possible for you to see outside but no one on the outside seeing inside?
Correct! But only during the day. However at night when the lights are on inside, and it’s dark outside the opposite happens- you’ll need curtains for privacy🤙 cheers, Kent
Thank you ❤❤❤
For some reason I thought it should be going on the outside of the window to better reflect heat immediately.
Hey StJukes, yeah - good in theory If it’s a single pane, the glass doesn’t actually hold much heat. Unfortunately the vacuum space between double glazing does when tinted film applied. All the best, Kent
What a great video! I’m trying it, thanks!
Best of luck to you then Vil 👌 cheers, Kent
I love your personality!! I related a bit when you made that "need help" joke!
Ohh thanks I4preet, that's very nice and kind of you to say.. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍Kent
🤣 me too
Very good educational video thanks 👍
Cheers Mohammad, best of luck with your install when you take on the challenge, cheers, Kent
Thank you so much indeed perfect teacher
Cheers for the lovely comment mate🤙 Kent
you make it look to easy,
great job,
Cheers Robert, It does get easier each time I have to admit. Cheers, Kent
Hey twhitten828, I don't know what's happened to our last messages 🤷♂️? But I was so hoping that your idea would work and you discovered something new and effective.. I'm glad the traditional way worked well for you though 🤙 thanks, Kent
Could it be installed from outside? What are advantages/disadvantages?
is there privacy even if the lights are on in the room? esp at night?
Hey Precious. Privacy during the day, and at night unless you have the lights on and then like any tint, when it's dark out and the lights are on inside, the room becomes like a fishbowl and you can see straight in🙄 Kent
remove the back before you start application, start from center squeeg outwards from the center for easiest application. Just like tinting car windows.
Great tip Ghostdog. My wife’s car is in need of tints if you’re available? Cheers😉Kent
@@InspireDIY I hate tinting . Its one of the least enjoyable and most messy DIY projects. I was lucky to have a friend that has owned a tint shop since the early 90's who taught me. I couldn't imagine doing it for a living.
Well done. Tricky job. Good video
Thanks John 👍 Kent
Does doing this reduce heat coming in through the windows? Is it safe to use this on double glazed windows on the inside?
Hey pspr, great Qs.
Yes it definitely reduces the heat pelting in during summer (and less UV fading carpets and such).
…and Yes you can have film on ‘Double glazed’ windows but play it safe and consult with a company ensuring the right films are used and they warranty their products and installation.
The risk is due to certain VLT and heat reduction levels causing panes to crack under heat stress.
Best of luck mate. Kent
How do you install tint on corner glass with gap filled with sealant?
Thank you for your video. Very helpful.
You are most welcome Aurum👍 Kent
You did great. I’ll try and tackle mine. 4x5 feet
Best of luck Jade👍Kent
I did my windows alone today.. but i was clever.. put soapy water on both window and tint. Easier to handle..
Well done Truthhurts, good tip 👌 Kent
I'm confused about this, though. When I installed on the inside per instructions, the mirror effect is on the inside of the house, and you can straight into the house from outside at night. I bought the window tint from home depot.
Hey Britt, yes - all films are installed on the inside (including reflective) this works well during the day to block UV, heat and have privacy but yes unfortunately all tints allow you to see through into the house at night if the lights are on.
Wanna be rich? Invent one that doesn’t 🤔 cheers, Kent
The credit card idea was great!
Hey Gurvinder, it’s a handy tip isn’t it👌 thanks mate. Kent
Thank you for this excellent video!
Hey King, you welcome mate! 🤙Kent
Can you install tint from the outside? There is a pillar blocking the glass window inside.
Hey Squal, technically you can, it’s just not and hardy being exposed to the weather etc.
All the best mate, Kent
@@InspireDIYThank Kent!
hi mate is the reflective still reflective at night time or only during day time hours
Hey mate, it’s only reflective during the day. At night when it’s light inside and dark out, it almost goes reflective the other way (too a lesser degree) but no good for privacy, still need the good ol’ curtains👍 Kent
Glad i found this. I didnt realize it needs to be peeled off 🤣 no wonder it doesnt look good
Haha, that’s funny Huda, I’ve done that too. Good luck👍 Kent
Can I install this on a concave polycarbonate surface?
Hey terry, check out this link and see if it’s suits your needs mate👌
Window film for acrylic window
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Best of luck, Kent
Adding any tint to a window will void the window warranty. The build up of heat when applied to the inside will eventually cause the break down of the sealant that creates the dead air space between the glass. When that seal fails the window will start getting moisture build up between the glass and cause the window to look foggy. With enough heat build up you can cause the glass to crack.
I can vouch for that be a manufacturer. Also we void if you apply to non heat strengthened glass.
Thanks slade88 and yodaddy, Best our potential tinters check with the window manufacturers prior to applying any tint in that case.
It's a c of a job to get near perfect, but being in England i'm only putting the tint up over the summer
Hey that's a clever move when the seasons are so polarising👌cheers, Kent
Hey jonescrusher1, your comment featured in this window tinting tutorial; ruclips.net/video/loIBMum6a5c/видео.html Thanks for your input! Kent
Good as! Thanks for the no bollocks instructional video without the shit music and "make sure you hit that subscribe button and turn on all notifications so you don't miss out..." etc. etc.
My window tinting job has been an absolute abortion. I'll try again following this video. Cheers.
This is excellent! Thank you so much.
Hey eevagirl, thanks for the lovely comment! 👍Kent
really wanted to see the outside after.
Hey skiF, same house - next bedroom along… ruclips.net/video/loIBMum6a5c/видео.html go to 7:26 for a look at the finished product. Cheers, Kent
In nighttime can we be seen from outside?
Sure can 🤨 there is no tinting film on the market that works for day and night.
What is the spray you are using? Is it a special spray or just water thanks
Mix baby shampoo and water
May I ask how it look from the outside? I presume you can’t see through?
Hey mate, of course… in this video is show it at 7:29
ruclips.net/video/loIBMum6a5c/видео.html
Best of luck, Kent
Oh!!!!! You're a genius 😅thank you!!!!! 🫂🫂🫂😍
Oh you are too kind Ruth😊 cheers, Kent
Can I use just regular shampoo or bath soap?
Hey fevbrain, great question mate, because we are using it as a surfactant- any shampoo could be used, baby shampoo is recommended because its is relatively clear, neutral pH, and doesn’t negatively impact the adhesives in the film like a detergent may. Best of luck🤙 Kent
GREAT tips!
Thanks April, do you have a tinting project coming up? Best of luck, Kent
OKAY.. I WILL TRY THIS.. BRB
How did you get on Skinny?
I just bought one....instructions are that in the case of double glass, or in my case triple, tint must be mounted outside, or there is a risk of glass breaking.I cant tell what your glass is. Looks like double and it doesnt.
Hey Dado, mine are single pane windows(older house). Yes you are right to be cautious about double/triple glass cracking, it’s due to the inside pane heating up quicker than the outside pane and cracking typically due to a dark tint, so use a low heat absorption film light Clear UV Block or Mirror Tint as preferable. Best of luck with your DIY tinting 👍Kent
Did you dilute the shampoo
Hey stuart. 20ml per ltr 👌
thank you
you're welcome Canajo, Kent
Is it works with kids shampoo too?
Hey mate, because we are using it as a surfactant- any shampoo could be used, baby shampoo is recommended because its is relatively clear, neutral pH, and doesn’t negatively impact the adhesives in the film like a coloured or scented shampoo may. Best of luck🤙 Kent Cheers, Kent
Looks like you did a great job.
Cheers stormman, are you gonna have a crack at installing some film? All the best. Kent
@@olivechopper yeah I reckon so. You have some great tips there I wouldn’t have thought of so thanks very much for posting. All the best to u, kent
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how long the film will be hold?
Hey Tyz, 10-20 years or 10-25 years depending on the manufacturer 👍 cheers, Kent
Very good information thank you
You’re welcome Wagner, good luck with your installation 👍 Kent
Hey mate loved the video , where do you get the film from cheers jack
Hey Jack, I've purchased from several suppliers!
...From Bunnings in Australia called Pillar, then online with 'Poly Film', and most recently this product through Amazon amzn.to/3uw1w0Z
Best of luck mate, Kent
Thank you!!!!!!!!!
You’re welcome Justo🤙 Kent
Thank you. God bless
You’re very kind …and welcome Ra Se,👍Kent
Hey mate, wonderful job there. Just a quick one, if I install 5%, would it be too dark to see through?
yeah Wow! 5% is near impossible to see through. usually 35% is considered dark (35% of light will pass through) and 70% considered light. not recommended to use dark tint like this on double pane glass/ double glazing as it can heat up and break glass. but on single pane if you are after privacy, you'll get it with 5% haha, Best of luck, Kent
@@InspireDIY I scrapped the 5% idea. My windows are only single pane glass, so I will be fine with 15% or 20%, won't I?
What is the soap to water ratio?
Hey Zilling. 20ml per litre is about right. Cheers, Kent