How to install window tint at home with Inspire DIY Kent Thomas

[@timmo5443]

I have bubbles when. i did mine will they go?

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Timmo, great question mate, this will help you out… kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3S9q3tsrpeXoqc cheers, Kent

[@michaeldieni5071]

Use a heat gun on low and squeege to try push it out

[@hjkjccdggjhvb]

if you have bubbles , your screw

[@Yngrr024]

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

[@stuartcollett1753]

Hi did you dilute the baby shampoo ta

[@AlanWick-p6p]

No fkn jarring music, pleasant demeanour, and clear explanations. A rare and pleasant experience.

[@InspireDIY]

You are very kind mate! Thanks for letting me know👌 cheers, Kent

[@opinionsvary3132]

Your calm voice & personality plus breaking it up into STEPS are what makes your video's superior to others

[@InspireDIY]

Oh that’s very kind. I’m glad the varying opinion was favourable this time around 😉 Kent

[@ianbreeze5309]

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.

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@slabnastyy8496]

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!

[@Ikilledthebanks]

What if I can’t get a piece large enough to cover the window? Use 2 pieces?

[@sulimankhan8322]

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?

[@BlackHatGhostAnon5670]

I'm just here to make it 100 likes 😅

[@sethother8012]

This is really helping, as I am using this to install window film right now. The only thing I have to add so far, is that if you are doing this at home and don't have a big table to cut your square with, I improvised with a yoga mat and it works super well. Just put the film on the floor, preferably carpet, put the yoga mat on top, measure and mark your length on both sides of the film, line them up under the yoga mat on the carpet, put a few weights on it to hold it steady, then ya basically just kneel on the yoga mat and cut along the edge of it. I have no space on my tables, so this worked really well.

[@InspireDIY]

That's a great tip to add mate, well done! Thanks for the feedback 😉

[@RJMarcy-zu6zr]

I am not positive if anyone has mentioned this or not to this point, but another very helpful tool is a heat gun. Once installed, if the windows can flip in (some models do in order to allow cleaning)then you would heat the glass from the outside. All air bubbles work out and the micro shrinking gives a wonderful looking finish. Awesome Job on this video, and thank you for taking the time. As a side funny for anyone who has ever tinted outside.... after peeling the backing and slowly making your way to the glass... there is a 100% chance the wind will blow and fold the tint over onto itself... jus saying! 😀

[@InspireDIY]

Hey R.J. Thanks so much for those tips, it’s all awesome advice to arm us with the confidence to have a go.. and yeah, I can totally agree if there is any chance of wind, the gust will happen when the film is exposed😂 thanks again, Kent

[@InspireDIY]

Hey R.J, your comment featured in this window tinting tutorial; kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqCsc4CropuUa8U Thanks for your input! Kent

[@JerichoLeon]

This is the best video I've seen on applying window tint. Very easy to follow and honest with the tricky areas.

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Jericho, that’s very kind of you to say. Thanks for letting me know👍Kent

[@jimcarroll9738]

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]

Hey Jim, thanks mate - enjoyed that story👌can relate.

[@GardenGirl-uu9ny]

Just experienced this and wadded up the whole bit. 😂

[@Bassomatic]

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! ❤

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Bassomatic, thanks for the lovin’, but what do you mean ‘4 yeas in the future’? 🙂Kent

[@SunShine.222]

First time viewer, thank you for your help! But I could not stop giggling at your intro! The way you slowly turned around. Sorry the Internet made my sense of humor different 😂😂😂

[@InspireDIY]

hey Sun Shine, thanks for the funny comment, I’m glad it helped (and entertained). good stuff, 👍Kent

Thank you very much lad, you're a gentleman. I knew from the start, before ordering, that it will not be easy. I did it in less than an hour, advice with soap + card for edges saved my day, I do believe. Thanks a million!

What we man do for sex, ha?

[@InspireDIY]

You are most welcome Andrej, I’m glad it helped mate - lovely comment 😊 Kent

[@wilsongv95]

Hey!!!! Thank you SOOO much for this video. You have no idea how much this helped me. I’m not a professional but after doing my bedroom window, I’m ready to tackle the kitchen. Cheers Mate 🥹

[@InspireDIY]

Well done bud, that’s awesome.. thanks for letting me know how it went👍 success! Kent

[@DHCharlie]

Great video, few tips though! When cutting the corner don't cut it at 45°, instead cut it across so your cutting a small triangle off the edge of the film. This will prevent it from the risk of tearing the film as the cut is away from the window👍 also push out the t shape as you did really well, but before pushing out the rest make the cuts. This is because then when you get to pushing out the edge you won't get any contamination from the window seals. Another thing is cut the other side of the card as it will give your gap, when you get confident at it you don't need to use a card at all!

[@InspireDIY]

Great tips Charlie, well done mate👍Kent

[@notar187]

You have any night time tint to recommend

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Stewart, I don’t know if a tint that works at night, maybe a frosted or opaque film like they use in bathrooms (but you obviously can’t see through it🙄) maybe Charlie Rice could suggest something 👍 best of luck, Kent

[@DHCharlie]

@@notar187 for night time you're options would either be a very dark non reflective tint so people can't see through very well or an opaque frosted film

[@trienpham-l5r]

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!

[@InspireDIY]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the nice comment 🙂Kent

[@Rhino747]

Thank you so much. I got way too frustrated with the trimming with the razor. The credit card was brilliant

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Rhino, cheers for the comment, I appreciated learning that tip Too👌 Kent

[@montythemanty2624]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Monty, all tips and tricks are gratefully accepted here😉 Kent

[@WinnieDaDuck]

Does that mean you shouldn't put tints or films on triple glazed windows

[@SeenD]

@@WinnieDaDuck that is correct

[@ChoJun69]

​@@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

[@akbflo]

Thanks so much! My daughter and I just did this in her bedroom, and it wasn’t too hard, thanks to your tips, and it is already cooler in there. Thanks so much!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Vanessa, that’s awesome, good on you! And I’m glad the video helped🙂👍 any trouble installing or any tips you want to pass on to others? Thanks, Kent

[@InspireDIY]

Hey VanessaLou, your comment featured in this window tinting tutorial; kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqCsc4CropuUa8U Thanks for your input! Kent

[@seanl7130]

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.

[@InspireDIY]

Well done Sean, that saved a potential drama hey! Kent

[@ruthbircham7340]

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!!!!🫂

[@InspireDIY]

I’m glad it helped Ruth👍 thanks, Kent

[@mannysinghuk]

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.

[@InspireDIY]

hey Manny, would love to hear how you get on.. best of luck, Kent

[@mannysinghuk]

@@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]

Oh that’s a shame manny, are you going to try something else?

[@mannysinghuk]

@@InspireDIY Not sure what my other options are, bar a curtain rail which will look awful. Am sure a bit of research will help!

[@Jessicaran]

This is the BEST video I've watched and the one I keep referring back to! Thank you!

[@InspireDIY]

Oh shucks, thanks Jessica that’s really sweet! I’m glad it helped and thanks for the feedback. 👍Kent

[@deborahpratt572]

I just wanted to say out of all of the videos and I mean all of the videos that I have watched on this topic you have definitely given me by far you have given me the best information and the most helpful tips! Thank you so much for that

[@InspireDIY]

Oh shucks thanks Deborah, that is very kind of you. I'm glad it helped you out. Cheers, Kent

[@123gazs]

That looked easy but when it comes to me doing it its gonna take ages , cheers for the step to step guide

[@InspireDIY]

I’ve got faith in you 123, let us know how you get on👍 cheers, Kent

[@AbbaImo]

Dayum…that’s one smooth film project

[@InspireDIY]

Thank you mate, hopefully it helped you out👍 cheers. Kent

[@AbbaImo]

@@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.

[@t.m.ctinting5666]

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]

Cheers TMC, will have to give it a go👌 thanks for the helpful comment. Kent

[@t.m.ctinting5666]

@@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 💪

[@InspireDIY]

@@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

[@craigsmithx]

I have an uneasy knot in my belly about doing this now but I'm glad I watched your video. Thank you.

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@dominicboinich6822]

Thanks for the video I was trying to learn what to use besides someone’s proprietary solution... I have a tip to share when installing by yourself or even with help on larger jobs we use for laminate if you place some 1/4” or so wood ,plastic, foam Dowels spaced out across your piece they will help you avoid contact while you get your sheet situated .. then start from one side or center in some cases and Bob’s your uncle

[@InspireDIY]

Good stuff Dominic, thanks for sharing your tip mate👍Kent

[@JimmyChino55]

Suggestion, If you are applying film to double glazed windows, avoid a dark tint as heat and pressure changes can lead to cracked window panes, instead chose a clear, light shade of tint or mirror tint. Product suggestion. Used a mirror tint on my brothers conservatory windows and one has a big crack in 2 days later.

[@tiagof857]

You probably installed on the inside, if it's double glazed windows you must install on the outside!

[@Phanceee]

Thank you for this tip!

[@jhh243]

The tape on both sides to separate the film from backing is a great idea! Thanks mate

[@InspireDIY]

Hey John, I love the tips and tricks we can pick up from each other hey, it makes all the difference 🤙 cheers. Kent

[@alimatoori177]

good job man. that was informative. love your window view. like you are living in paradise.

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Ali, yeah I love the view too - am very lucky, and cooler in this bedroom now as well. cheers, Kent

[@DavidDavis311]

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]

Oh that’s a cool approach David, I will try that out👌 Kent

[@tylercobler9077]

I enjoy your energy buddy. You seem stern but calm. Learned a lot from you bud 👌🏻

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Tyler, thanks mate👍Kent

[@stratfordinternational]

I always come back to your tutorial when I'm redoing my windows 😅😅😅😂😅😂

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Idan, that’s a nice thing to hear mate👍 cheers, Kent

[@tanyahunt9476]

I just finished my first window, it went great! Thanks to your advice.

[@InspireDIY]

That’s awesome Tanya, well done 👌 Kent

[@giannamasi1]

Hey Tanya and @InspireDIY - where did you get your window tint from? Apologies if I missed that! Thank you both!

[@VeVee07]

Thank you for posting a short video, and appreciate the tips too!

[@InspireDIY]

You’re welcome Vv👍Kent

[@ReganousTheGrey]

Great video! Have a question... A local store has the roll sizes of 17.5 x 78.7 or 23.6 x 78.7. If My window is 45 inch tall 58 inch wide, which size roll of window film should I get? Thank you!

[@nealprentice7874]

Use a long piece of masking tape on the top to "hinge" it up top Leave the backing on. Remove the backing after you have it lined up and taped up top (make sure the tinting covers the entire window).

[@InspireDIY]

Well done Neal, great tip 👌 cheers, Kent

[@white_dragoon_x]

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.

[@InspireDIY]

That’s a huge win White dragon! Well done 👍 thanks for letting me know it was a success. Kent

[@jennytaylor3324]

Thanks for this, mate. I also liked your intro. Reminded me of the opening scene from a film I was going to enjoy!

[@InspireDIY]

Haha, thanks Jenny, what film? Kent

[@jennytaylor3324]

@@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!🎬📽📺😊

[@InspireDIY]

You're funny, I'm glad you watched and commented😉good to have you join me Jenny.

[@jennytaylor3324]

@@InspireDIY 😉

[@zqtherebel348]

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[@crabgal]

I’m too desperate and stubborn to ask for help, so I will follow these instructions to a T. Thanks for the video!

[@InspireDIY]

haha Madelyn, that comment made me laugh, I am also one of the stubborn ones! how did you get on? Kent

[@Eucliving]

I was on my second window and I had a thought… maybe I am doing this wrong ? Looked this up and walla! I was doing it all wrong, as well as much more difficult… Thanx for the info, much appreciated 😊

[@InspireDIY]

All good Guerrilla Grooming, cheers for letting me know it helped..love it🤙 Kent

[@dougmcpheters1546]

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.

[@InspireDIY]

Haha, good on you Doug - thanks mate. Best of luck with the windows👍 Kent

[@NileeGamage]

Thank you for the informative video! Really needed this guidance.

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Nilee, glad it helped mate. Kent

[@ellehcimmoores1380]

Omgee-Thank You! Doing this today. It's waaaay 2 hot in NV. rite now. 104°! Hate it! 🥵

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Michelle, what style of tint are you going to use? Mirror, translucent, glare control? best of luck👍Kent

[@brentonpartridge9954]

Like the intro and a good explanation on how to do tints

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks bro.

[@MsSteelphoenix]

This made my installation so much easier! Thank you!

[@InspireDIY]

Great to hear! Thanks for letting me know 🤙 Kent

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@7x70.]

Have you done with one way mirrow? Also, it would be very interesting to see how it looks at night.

[@fallingstones2396]

That intro 😂 Thanks for the laugh! And solid DIY tips 💪

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers falling stones, glad you had a laugh 😂, thanks for the comment. Kent

[@dant565]

With propper house film(non pressure sensitive) you can roll it up backing sheet facing up then peel the fist 2-3 inches of backing sheet and using your water/soap mix stick it to the roll. Then grab the two corners and flick it. It should all unravel leaving the backing sheet facing you and the glue side exposed facing the window.

[@InspireDIY]

I’d love to see a demo of that Dan, I’m not brave enough to try - this rooky would probs drop it😬😬 Kent

[@dant565]

@@InspireDIY there's a few videos on here showing what i mean. It's definitely the best way to peel your film.

[@sshan5628]

Super! This video really has helped me gain confidence to install mine!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey S Shan, thanks for letting me know - that's awesome! Kent

[@dhanghale690]

Thank you for putting good video. Can you install from outside of the window??

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Dhan, you could …but just choose one that is designed for it. Although these films are versatile most are designed to be installed from the inside to protect them from the elements👍 best of luck, Kent

[@kathywatson254]

Excellent video. Thank you from South Africa!

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Kathy, that’s a kind comment! 🙂 all the best. Kent

[@garyherlth9031]

Thanks my man. Gary from Miami Florida USA

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Gary, thanks for the comment mate, you are very welcome. Kent

[@paulinemckinnon3462]

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]

Well best of luck to you Pauline, please let us know how you get on🤞Kent

[@paulinemckinnon3462]

@@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?

[@hendrix2478]

Thank you. Very well explained.

[@InspireDIY]

thanks for the lovely comment Non PC.

[@GenkiDamaSSJ]

You mentioned an adhesive but the US Amazon link you have says non-adhesive. Just wanted to confirm these instructions will work

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Genki, It's the same installation technique for both adhesive and non-adhesive films. sorry for the confusion - all the best, Kent

[@gporenta]

Thanks, very good advice on how to stick the foil!

[@InspireDIY]

Thank you gporenta, you are very kind🙂 Kent

[@pottingstudio27]

Haha the Visa card is so handy! Thank you for sharing!!

[@InspireDIY]

Yeah I reckon so too Potting Studio.. thanks for the comment 👍 Kent

[@douglaslawlor]

Hope no one tried to take your numbers down.

[@sarcasmo57]

I am about to mess this up.

[@InspireDIY]

Nah.. you’ve got this👌

[@sarcasmo57]

@@InspireDIY It went well. Your advice helped a lot. Thank you.

[@PaulMathews-p4o]

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.

[@Mariazellerbahn]

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.

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@DHCharlie]

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.

[@houseofstone3560]

Use only stainless steel blades instead of carbon steel. That way the glass won’t be scored. I have 26 years of film experience

[@richardpalmer8478]

Very helpful video mate. Even better than the Bunnings one I looked at earlier.

[@InspireDIY]

Good on you Richard 🤙 cheers mate. Kent

[@victorlaurel4681]

You explained it pretty well, but one of the biggest mistakes you made is installing it with the removable part facing the glass. You’ll want to install the tint backwards to get it sized up and trimmed then remove the entire backside get it really wet pull it off and then just flip it around and it goes on perfect.

[@InspireDIY]

Great suggestion Victor👌 cheers, Kent

[@macfrankist]

Absolutely a fabulous vid mate!

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks so much Mac🤙 very kind! Kent

[@sethother8012]

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.

[@InspireDIY]

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!

[@sethother8012]

@@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

[@sethother8012]

What a pane this film is! Don't know if I can pull it off! :D

[@InspireDIY]

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!

[@dant565]

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.

[@ThePaulcrane]

I am trying to decide between the mirror tint or 5% tint for my house windows and garage door windows. Mainly for privacy and better energy bill. Which would you prefer and why?

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Paul, I guess it's personal choice really based on what you want to achieve, I ended up choosing mirror tint because it blocks more light and heat.. both block 98% of the UV, the look of the mirror has grown on me too and will be doing more of the bedroom windows on this sunny side. Let us know what you choose 👍 Kent

[@ThePaulcrane]

@@InspireDIY thank you for your reply. I just actually tinted one bedroom window and garage door window with the mirror tint. And I am actually really liking it. Waiting for it to get dark just so I can see any difference between not tinted and the tinted window.

[@InspireDIY]

Oh well done mate, sounds like a success👌

[@jimcarroll9738]

@@ThePaulcrane I tinted a couple of bedroom windows ~15 years ago, mainly to reduce the temp from sunlight, but a nice bonus of extra privacy. One thing I noticed then (and maybe you could comment on this) is that a tint with higher privacy/reflectivity from the POV of anyone outside also makes it more difficult to casually look outside at night, ie, indoor reflections are more noticeable, if I recall correctly. Could be mostly overcome if you turn off all the lights in the bedroom. I don't even think it was a mirror tint as much as it was a tint for both thermal and privacy benefits. The film plus the original Venetian blinds plus an extra roller blind helped cut down on sun/radiant heat from outside by quite a bit.

[@tomovision6418]

Mate!!! You could have called me!!! Great video. Well done. Pro looking finish as per usual.

[@InspireDIY]

Haha you're a good man Tom.

[@WillBlackwelder]

Do you not have to heat shrink it like you do on a car window

[@jonocarter3780]

Great video. You may want to point out that if your glass is laminated applying a vinyl has the possibility to create a thermal fracture. Certainly here in the Uk most glass in domestic environments has to have a laminated pane, before you know it you could have a nice crack run off the edge of the unit and the first thing any glass supplier will say is the vinyl has created thermal stress.

[@InspireDIY]

Yeah that’s a good point Jono, something to bear in mind.

[@HAIRHOLIC_1]

Loool I did everything wrong for mines, no wonder they turned up the way they did 🤣🤣 thanks for the info, I’ll buy new film and try again

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Catchme.., I bet I've made more mistakes than you! All the best for 'round 2', Kent

[@HAIRHOLIC_1]

@@InspireDIYlol, yeah I got angry ripped it all off and thrown it in the bin 🤣 if you don’t mind me asking, where did you get yours? They seem very large, I couldn’t find them that large where I bought mines.

[@straaths]

Could it be installed from outside? What are advantages/disadvantages?

[@Al-vo2ib]

How do you know which side is the backing?

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@hdwoodshop]

Brilliant! Greetings from the people’s republic of California.

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers hd, thanks for the lovely comment👍 Kent

[@InspireDIY]

Hey hd, thanks for dropping in mate🤙 from down under, Kent

[@ruby-it7pl]

The best video on it yet :D

[@InspireDIY]

Oh that’s sweet, thanks Ruby👍Kent

[@kiwipr6357]

my house tenant had a grill install in every window what the hell its nightmare i struggling with. cheers for the video mate😁

[@InspireDIY]

Ahh tenants 🙄 All the best Kiwi. Chur, Kent

[@naturadamus7263]

Mate what a legend, you just saved me $800! Cheers!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Natura, that’s awesome, we’ll done to you🎉 can I get a cut of that💰😉Kent

[@isaachy777]

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.

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@688ctu]

Great video. I am inspired and will like to tint one window face west. But I don’t what % tinting to choose? What do you use?

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Chi Tu, 5% is very dark (let’s through only 5% of the light) it’s like a limo window. The one I use in this video is 25% . Feel free to look in the description of this video at links to view online👍 Kent

[@yellowticket9673]

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!!

[@InspireDIY]

Great tip Yellowticket👌 how bad is it? Are you thinking to replace it or just live in green light? Cheers, Kent

[@Grayback1973]

Thank you, I made the mistake of squeeging to close to the edge on the first two windows.

[@InspireDIY]

Ooh it’s hard to resist though isn’t it John! Good on you mate👍Kent

[@Grayback1973]

@@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

[@InspireDIY]

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.

[@ramboshar5747]

Excellent advice thanks for posting

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Rambo, that’s a lovely comment mate🤙 Kent

[@intothevortex7825]

Did you use the blade along the glass at the rubber seal? How to stop the glass getting scratched?

[@InspireDIY]

Hey intothevortex, stainless steel blades are softer than a high carbon steel blade so it doesn’t score the glass - a few dollars more expensive though🤔 cheers, Kent

[@allenrousseau5668]

Thank you! You did a great job yourself! God bless!

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks so much Allen, very kind👍 Kent

[@e.j.2578]

Thanks from Chattanooga, brother.

[@InspireDIY]

You are most welcome EJ. ps. I just looked up your city ..beautiful place👌 cheers for the lovely comment. Kent - Northern Rivers NSW Australia

[@orb666tpc]

How do you install tint on corner glass with gap filled with sealant?

[@harrylawfield4827]

Thanks. Already installed my first film

[@InspireDIY]

Good on ya Harry🤙 Kent

[@pspr33]

Does doing this reduce heat coming in through the windows? Is it safe to use this on double glazed windows on the inside?

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@MaendeleoMema]

Okay just to be sure, this makes it possible for you to see outside but no one on the outside seeing inside?

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@vilowil]

What a great video! I’m trying it, thanks!

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck to you then Vil 👌 cheers, Kent

[@bobmiller6787]

Great video. I can't wait to try this.

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck Bob 🤙 Kent

[@mohammad3034]

Very good educational video thanks 👍

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Mohammad, best of luck with your install when you take on the challenge, cheers, Kent

[@giovannibovino4119]

Thank you for a very detailed video 👍🏻✔️

[@InspireDIY]

You're welcome Giovanni, and thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it, 👍 Kent.

[@randomguy36j98]

Thumbs up mate!!! thank you its really helpful.

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Randomguy, glad it helped mate👍 Kent

[@AprilAdairShares]

GREAT tips!

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks April, do you have a tinting project coming up? Best of luck, Kent

[@OneManEngineering]

Very nice vid. Would this be road legal on a camper van??? Tia, Greg

[@OneManEngineering]

@@Frank_Pods thanks. that is exactly why i asked. cos its mirror, yet doesnt seem to be that dark. i thought it has to let certain amount of light through regardless if its mirror finish or not. I better call the sheriffs dept, and ask.

[@OneManEngineering]

@@Frank_Pods WAIT, WHAT???? never heard of such a thing. On it!

[@nat1502]

Genuine question, correct me if I’m wrong but I’ve seen videos of people installing window tint that the tint doesn’t block the outside light source at all. I’m hoping to find a window tint that doesn’t dim my room a lot, just that people outside won’t see inside during the day. Is there a specific type of that window tint?

[@thatfooskye5405]

Yes ceramic tint blocks uv dye tint is for privacy

[@DHCharlie]

The way that window film works is that the darker that it is the more effective that it is at privacy, but in turn it will cut out a certain percentage of visible light that it let's in. A light tint such as a silver 50 or PR70 will tend to stop people from looking in as they won't see someone as its slightly tinted. There is also transitional films on the market now that change the grade if tint depending on how dark it is

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks @thatfooskye5405 and @ZXcharlieXZ1 for those great answers ...and being more prompt than I am too. Cheers, Kent

[@TheSqual9]

Can you install tint from the outside? There is a pillar blocking the glass window inside.

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Squal, technically you can, it’s just not and hardy being exposed to the weather etc. All the best mate, Kent

[@TheSqual9]

@@InspireDIYThank Kent!

[@robertmiller7772]

you make it look to easy, great job,

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Robert, It does get easier each time I have to admit. Cheers, Kent

[@terrymangold6214]

Can I install this on a concave polycarbonate surface?

[@InspireDIY]

Hey terry, check out this link and see if it’s suits your needs mate👌 Window film for acrylic window amzn.to/3UFoYpT Best of luck, Kent