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 😉

[@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. 😂

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@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

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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@tylercobler9077]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Tyler, thanks mate👍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

[@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

[@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

[@garyherlth9031]

Thanks my man. Gary from Miami Florida USA

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@VeVee07]

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

[@InspireDIY]

You’re welcome Vv👍Kent

[@richardpalmer8478]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Good on you Richard 🤙 cheers mate. 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]

Obbligato B@@InspireDIY m Very be Be c

[@brentonpartridge9954]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks bro.

[@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

[@macfrankist]

Absolutely a fabulous vid mate!

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks so much Mac🤙 very kind! Kent

[@MsSteelphoenix]

This made my installation so much easier! Thank you!

[@InspireDIY]

Great to hear! Thanks for letting me know 🤙 Kent

[@7x70.]

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

[@ministry_of_love]

Thanks very much. Very in-depth and intricate video tutorial.I'm going to install on my office window as I have colleagues peeping into my office and scuttling away.

[@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!

[@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

[@kathywatson254]

Excellent video. Thank you from South Africa!

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@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

[@gporenta]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Thank you gporenta, you are very kind🙂 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

[@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

[@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

[@ruby-it7pl]

The best video on it yet :D

[@InspireDIY]

Oh that’s sweet, thanks Ruby👍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

[@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

[@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.

[@harrylawfield4827]

Thanks. Already installed my first film

[@InspireDIY]

Good on ya Harry🤙 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

[@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.

[@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

[@hendrix2478]

Thank you. Very well explained.

[@InspireDIY]

thanks for the lovely comment Non PC.

[@ramboshar5747]

Excellent advice thanks for posting

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@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.

[@bobmiller6787]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck Bob 🤙 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

[@straaths]

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

[@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

[@wilsongv95]

YESS SIRRR THIS IS EXACTLY WHY I CLICKED ON THIS VIDEO!!

[@InspireDIY]

🤙good stuff skinny …how did you get on? Kent

[@wilsongv95]

@@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

[@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

[@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

[@randomguy36j98]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Randomguy, glad it helped mate👍 Kent

[@WillBlackwelder]

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

[@vilowil]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck to you then Vil 👌 cheers, Kent

[@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

[@robertmiller7772]

you make it look to easy, great job,

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@jackroberts9275]

Hey mate loved the video , where do you get the film from cheers jack

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@hongyiangkoh5145]

Can you make a video how to remove old window film?

[@stormman8393]

Looks like you did a great job.

[@olivechopper]

Cheers stormman, are you gonna have a crack at installing some film? All the best. Kent

[@stormman8393]

@@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 ,

[@l4preet]

I love your personality!! I related a bit when you made that "need help" joke!

[@InspireDIY]

Ohh thanks I4preet, that's very nice and kind of you to say.. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍Kent

[@MunchkinsMotivation]

🤣 me too

[@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?

[@preciousmb9953]

is there privacy even if the lights are on in the room? esp at night?

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@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

[@d_buckley6092]

hi mate is the reflective still reflective at night time or only during day time hours

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@TheSpeedfreak665]

Getting my tint soon and getting some privacy!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Speed Freak, let us know how you get on 👍 Kent

[@mohammad3034]

Very good educational video thanks 👍

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@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.

[@Rajender83]

What is the spray you are using? Is it a special spray or just water thanks

[@edvinmahmutovic8719]

Mix baby shampoo and water

[@jasonfmj5621]

can this be taken off easily througth years? or will stick to the glass forever?

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Jason, this is a permanent window film - it’s tough to remove 😓, there is a temporary film that’s easier to take down later on - check the video description for a link. Cheers, Kent

[@fevbrain]

Can I use just regular shampoo or bath soap?

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@MelbaSee]

Great job! I really needed help with separating the films. 😂

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@Minimalist11Guy]

Thanks!

[@Minimalist11Guy]

Thank you, that is exactly what I was searching for. I could not find the best way to trim the edge of the window film. You encouraged me! It was worth a cup of coffee.

[@orb666tpc]

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

[@sriramyapooja.s9672]

Nice explanation from india👌👌

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks for the nice comment Sri👍 Kent

[@jadesumsion]

You did great. I’ll try and tackle mine. 4x5 feet

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck Jade👍Kent

[@Be.me1]

Thank you!! I did it bc of YOU!!

[@InspireDIY]

Ohh you are too kind🤩 thanks, Kent