How To Install Window Film
How to Install Window Film Like a Pro
Installing window film in your home or business is an excellent way to achieve professional results while saving money. Follow these step-by-step instructions to ensure a flawless application.
Preparation Steps
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Choose the Right Film Size
Window films typically come in 36-inch or 48-inch widths. Choose the most efficient size based on your window dimensions. -
Trim the Film
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Wet the window with water to hold the film in place temporarily.
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Lay the film on the wet glass and trim it about 1 inch larger than the window size.
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Store the trimmed film by sticking it to a nearby wet window to keep it clean.
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Cleaning the Window: The Most Important Step
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Prepare a Cleaning Solution
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Fill a 1-quart spray bottle with water and add one teaspoon of Johnson’s Baby Shampoo. Avoid other soaps, as they may interfere with adhesion.
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Clean the Glass
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Scrape the window with a window scraper to remove invisible dirt and paint specks.
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Scrub the window with the soap solution using a sponge or Teflon pad.
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Squeegee the glass clean, wiping the blade with a non-linting towel after each pass.
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Wipe around the window frame with a clean microfiber cloth to remove built-up dirt.
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Applying the Film
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Remove the Release Liner
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Identify the release liner by rubbing the film—one side will feel slippery.
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Apply tape to opposite corners of the film and pull apart to remove the liner.
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Spray the film with the soap solution while removing the liner to prevent dust attraction.
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Apply the Film to the Window
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Spray the film and the center of the window with the soap solution.
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Carefully place the film onto the glass.
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Use a "smoothie" squeegee to remove excess water, starting from the center and working outward. Push, rather than pull, the squeegee for better adhesion.
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Stop squeegeeing about 1 inch from the window edges to avoid drawing hidden dirt onto the film.
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Trimming and Finalizing the Installation
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Trim the Film Precisely
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Use a snap-off razor blade and a five-way tool to press the film firmly against the window frame.
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Trim the film while pressing it down to ensure a seamless fit.
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Leave a 1/16-inch gap between the film and frame to prevent lifting or bubbling.
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Final Squeegeeing
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Push out any remaining water bubbles using a hard plastic tool wrapped in a non-linting towel.
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Always work with a wet surface to prevent creasing.
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Pay special attention to the top edge to prevent water from flowing back under the film.
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Curing and Maintenance
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Allow up to 30 days for the film to fully cure and bond to the glass.
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Avoid cleaning the film during this curing period.
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Some cloudiness may appear but will clear up as the film dries.
By following these steps, you can achieve a smooth, professional-looking window film installation with ease. Get high-quality professional-grade film only at TAP Plastics and try it yourself today!
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