Window Tint Repair

Cut the edges with a razor blade trimming along the top edge first.

Window tint repair.

If the peel is small enough then a sectional replacement is recommended. Make sure not to soak the window tint adhesive just get it moist. Flatten the bubbles in window tint after the window tint has been warmed up and dampened carefully poke a tiny hole in each bubble with a small straight pin. Cut a section of tint slightly larger than the entire window.

Wait for a sunny warm day. Window tinting is easier to work with and the adhesive is more pliable when it is a sunny day and the temperature is at least 75 degrees. Automotive window tint film can peel as the glue dries out and hardens from exposure. Open the door on your vehicle and spray the tint down with your glass cleaner.

Next you want to mist the window in need of repair with warm room temperature water to get it slightly damp. The new piece should be at least one inch larger on all sides than the square piece you removed. Grab a commercial glass cleaning spray. Wet the glass again covering it with a light spray of water from the bottle.

Quickly squeegee out the air bubbles starting at the center of the window and working out. The tint film can be repaired selectively replaced or entirely reapplied. Spray the inside of the window down with glass cleaner. The average weekend tint technician can repair peeling tint film in about 30 minutes.

Cut a square of new tint in the same color and shade as the old material remaining on your window. If you applied the tint yourself or it is out of warranty decide if you want to repair it yourself or hire a professional.