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

Install House window tints like a professional would for the cost of… materials and your time, follow these 6 Steps to get window film installed at home
step 1; Make sure the windows are really clean especially around the edges
step 2; Do a clean of the windows like you would normally do using a lint-free cloth, I found old t-shirts are good for this just don't use a window cleaning product with ammonia as this will interact with the adhesive of the window film.
step 3; Measure the windows remembering to add an inch or two to the window size and this will be trimmed off later
step 4; Spray the water and baby shampoo mix liberally onto the window
step 5; Spray some more of your baby shampoo mix on the new tint so that the squeegee will glide over the surface easily, This is a firmer squeegee than the normal window cleaning one and it can be bought for about $7 where you get the window tint from.
step 6; Clean the window as you normally would and ....Done!
The stuff and things I use, when clicked these links will take you directly to Amazon or an eBay site, InspireDIY is an Amazon associate/eBay Affiliate. Using these links does not impact the price in anyway for you, but InspireDIY may be able to earn from recommendations.
here are some window film 'Installation tools' amzn.to/3z2eu7V
Australian's amzn.to/3AXm7x6 or for folks in the UK amzn.to/37WXNyL
I used Mirror Window Film like these
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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; 'Heat Control Light Gray Adhesive Residential DIY Window Film' amzn.to/3r3j1E3 A high UV block does most of the work with thermal control rather than the tint.
Baby Shampoo (safe for window film) amzn.to/3d0Rux6
Need to remove the old film first? here's how I did it.. • How to take the tint o... see you there. Kent
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[@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

[@user-ut8je3sg8q]

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 😅

[@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

[@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 😉

[@jessicarandall7670]

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

[@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

[@user-fb6yd2zc8l]

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!

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

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

[@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

[@NileeGamage]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Nilee, glad it helped mate. Kent

[@MsSteelphoenix]

This made my installation so much easier! Thank you!

[@InspireDIY]

Great to hear! Thanks for letting me know 🤙 Kent

[@brentonpartridge9954]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks bro.

[@VeVee07]

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

[@InspireDIY]

You’re welcome Vv👍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

[@gavindownes2213]

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 :)

[@InspireDIY]

Glad I could help Gavin, cheers for the comment mate 🤙Kent

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@kathywatson254]

Excellent video. Thank you from South Africa!

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@user-yl4gy9zx5m]

Dayum…that’s one smooth film project

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@user-yl4gy9zx5m]

@@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.

[@tylercobler9077]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Tyler, thanks mate👍Kent

[@WolfLadyKrisztina]

Great, simple tutorial. Thank you very much!

[@InspireDIY]

You're welcome WolfLady, I’m glad it helped🤙Cheers, Kent

[@giovannibovino4119]

Thank you for a very detailed video 👍🏻✔️

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@macfrankist]

Absolutely a fabulous vid mate!

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks so much Mac🤙 very kind! 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

[@garyherlth9031]

Thanks my man. Gary from Miami Florida USA

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@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

[@allenrousseau5668]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks so much Allen, very kind👍 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

[@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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[@eevagirl]

This is excellent! Thank you so much.

[@InspireDIY]

Hey eevagirl, thanks for the lovely comment! 👍Kent

[@kingofrns1845]

Thank you for this excellent video!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey King, you welcome mate! 🤙Kent

[@harrylawfield4827]

Thanks. Already installed my first film

[@InspireDIY]

Good on ya Harry🤙 Kent

[@ruby-it7pl]

The best video on it yet :D

[@InspireDIY]

Oh that’s sweet, thanks Ruby👍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

[@bobmiller6787]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck Bob 🤙 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

[@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

[@mohammad3034]

Very good educational video thanks 👍

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@aurumakkadian8585]

Thank you for your video. Very helpful.

[@InspireDIY]

You are most welcome Aurum👍 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

[@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

[@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.

[@richardpalmer8478]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Good on you Richard 🤙 cheers mate. Kent

[@JimBuckYou66]

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!

[@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

[@vilowil]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck to you then Vil 👌 cheers, 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.

[@droid2816]

Very good information thank you

[@InspireDIY]

You’re welcome Wagner, good luck with your installation 👍 Kent

[@ssesangaanwar4575]

Thank you so much indeed perfect teacher

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers for the lovely comment mate🤙 Kent

[@Be.me1]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Ohh you are too kind🤩 thanks, Kent

[@chrissmith5148]

great execution..

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks mate🤙 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

[@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.

[@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

[@AprilAdairShares]

GREAT tips!

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@anikaholitin9616]

Thank you ☺️

[@InspireDIY]

You’re very welcome Anikah😉, Kent

[@TheSpeedfreak665]

Getting my tint soon and getting some privacy!

[@InspireDIY]

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

[@TheBlackstag1]

Thanks mate good video great tips

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Brendan, glad it helped mate🤙Kent

[@TheBlackstag1]

@@InspireDIY bigtime thanks again mate

[@rase575]

Thank you. God bless

[@InspireDIY]

You’re very kind …and welcome Ra Se,👍Kent

[@randomguy36j98]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Randomguy, glad it helped mate👍 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

[@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

[@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

[@chiro98]

Helpful video..ty

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Chiro🤙 Kent

[@pell557]

Thanks gonna do mine today

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck Pell👍 Kent

[@devonguliford6805]

Well I’m about to try it😁

[@InspireDIY]

Oh cool, best of luck, let us know how you get on👍 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

[@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

[@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

[@jadesumsion]

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

[@InspireDIY]

Best of luck Jade👍Kent

[@CanjoDan69]

thank you

[@InspireDIY]

you're welcome Canajo, Kent

[@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

[@Mrmallace]

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

[@edntz]

I should've watched this before i tried to do it on my own. Now i gotta buy it all over again. The film was so used to being rolled up. as soon as i removed a piece of the adhesive cover, it just got stuck to itself. This is definitely easier with 2 people. Good video.

[@InspireDIY]

Ohh what a shame C! Best of luck for the second go round👍Kent

[@sriramyapooja.s9672]

Nice explanation from india👌👌

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks for the nice comment Sri👍 Kent

[@justosantos3895]

Thank you!!!!!!!!!

[@InspireDIY]

You’re welcome Justo🤙 Kent

[@GSP-76]

The credit card idea was great!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Gurvinder, it’s a handy tip isn’t it👌 thanks mate. Kent

[@wilsongv95]

OKAY.. I WILL TRY THIS.. BRB

[@InspireDIY]

How did you get on Skinny?

[@minnesota-boston9620]

Good job.

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Minnesota-Boston.. 2 places I haven’t been…one day! Gotta stay local down under atm. Thanks, Kent

[@7x70.]

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

[@whodash]

Glad i found this. I didnt realize it needs to be peeled off 🤣 no wonder it doesnt look good

[@InspireDIY]

Haha, that’s funny Huda, I’ve done that too. Good luck👍 Kent

[@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 ,

[@78jonybravo]

helpful thank you

[@InspireDIY]

I’m glad it helped Jony🤙 cheers, 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

[@MHajChannel]

thanks man

[@InspireDIY]

You're welcome mate, 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

[@RobAlva-ij7fc]

Great video, doing this real, now I feel more confident, thank you.

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Rob, you are very welcome mate,, thanks for the nice comment! 👍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?