Window Tinting: Remove old tint, trash bag method

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[@ArnoLouwagie]

7 years later and your video is still helpful to people. Thanks! :)

[@almagodinez9153]

I had my doubts when I started that this was going to work, the tint is almost 20 years old. It came off so easy, awesome trick, thank you for sharing. It made a job I was not looking forward to so easy!!!

[@christiantorres6641]

Can’t wait to do it!

[@javaman2883]

I bought some expensive ($12 for 8 ounce spray bottle) window tint remover. I used it on the front two windows, was not impressed by the effort it took with the scraper, about 30 minutes per window. I'll try this on the rear window for sure.

[@Mr.Safety.]

What did you use for the decreased?

[@tom4208]

do your rear defrosters still work?

[@The_Big_G]

This is a true professional at work here, major respect on that super clean peel, a legit sign of refined technique for sure, I understand the condition is a factor but that technique was flawless, steady, even and very mindful of peel speed. It's refreshing to still see a man take pride in his work. +1 respect and a new sub.

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

welcome to the channel! thanks for the support!

[@TnT24u]

@@Noisyrilo STFU

[@banky9885]

​@WindowTintingBusiness what is 409 spray

[@lilyeturnal3720]

This video may be 5 years old but the method still works. I wasn’t nearly as meticulous and it still worked. I did leave the trash bag with the 409 for nearly 2 hours. I also didn’t have the tool to smooth it over, I just used my hands. When I took the trash bag off, the tint film didn’t go with it. I just cut a little slit and the tint came right off. I was left with a thin layer of adhesive on the window. Sprayed it with more 409 and it came right off. Then I used windex to shine it up.

[@ShiftyKen08]

Yeah, this method didn't work for me exactly as planned. I followed all the steps but maybe because the glass cleaner I had didn't contain enough ammonia or it didn't work simply because it's me. The first application did exactly nothing. So I pulled down the trash bag and reapplied the glass cleaner. Since the direct midday sunlight obviously didn't have enough stank on it, I started the car and ran the heater full blast for at least half an hour. What did that produce? A bubble approximately 3x6 inches at the very top of the glass. Luckily it was enough. I just grabbed that piece and started pulling down firmly but gently. It all came off rather uneventfully from there in one rather thick piece. Cleaned up the little areas of left over glue with some goof-off and viola, all done! Thanks for the help, I'd have been paying some shop a lot of money to do that. Well worth it!

[@carlitos2345cm]

I work in a auto tint shop and I only use water and it work fine no need to use any product. Only water

[@ivanscissorhands2008]

@@carlitos2345cm the same method with only water..... thank you, i'm about to change tint.

[@jeffreyclark4124]

@yung samy just plain ammonia?

[@superjojo555]

its key to get the glass and tint nice and hot before peeling

[@waybach]

Use 2 heat guns for 15 mins if it’s not hot outside. Sometimes certain trash bags don’t quite stick

[@n.d.4192]

Hey this really works,just finished it about an hour ago . This tint was put on when I bought the car new back in 05' ,so like 12 years old and it started looking ratty a few years ago . Anyway long story short ,do exactly what this video shows you ,I'll just add one thing . When you try to peel it off you'll have to actually get a corner started with a razor blade ,just enough to get it started peeling and then it comes off just as easily as shown in the video.

[@heavenlopez3102]

Came here to find some easy tint removing hacks but ended up also enjoying the calming music while I was here 😂

[@armstrongrodriguez3030]

Tint shops like ripping people off unlike this man right here .i hope your business takes flight . Thank you for that tip .hundreds of us appreciate you i bet...

[@mirzatajic89]

I just finished using this method to remove the tints on my car. Unfortunately all the adhesive on my rear window stayed on upon removing the film, but a bit of elbow grease and patience did the trick. Now all my windows look clean and i'm going to hold off on having them re-tinted. Thanks for the instructions!

[@Poconogreyhound]

Just did this today on a used vehicle we purchased that had windshield tint. Worked flawlessly and only have a few spots around the inspection sticker were the glue stuck. Thanks for saving me a hassle!

[@OBZRV82]

This method actually works. I had old purple tint on my windows and it came off with this method. Thanks for the life hack.

[@GldVWisRR]

How old would you say the purple tint was? My tint is at purple stage. Got the door windows off by peeling then scraping the adhesive off. Tint is about 16 yrs old. Going to try this method tomorrow

[@OBZRV82]

@@GldVWisRR It was Nissan Sentra 2002. It's hard for me to pin point the exact date when the put the tint on.

[@GldVWisRR]

@@OBZRV82 worked perfectly. One try and had it off. Odd but effective method. Even on 15+ year old tint.

[@jguti329]

I really hope this works on my 20yo purple tint. It's bubbly and super dry. I can start an edge with my razor blade but breaks the second I try to pull on it. Makes my freshly painted car look awfull.

[@jeffreygonzalez5265]

This method saved my day. Being a rookie and not knowing I started heating and peeling by rear window tint and was frustrated after an hour. Decided to stop since it was mid night and before I went to bed I figured I would look on KZbin for a different method. Came across this video and tried it the following morning and I was in shock when the film pulled right off. Worked like a champ for me.

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

So glad it worked out for you brother!

[@jenniferotterstrom8545]

After having three shops tell me I’d lose my defrost if they removed the old scraped up tint that was on my car when I bought it. It snows and freezes often here, so that’s not a safe option, so I decided to give this a try. In less than a half hour it was cleanly off, glue and all. Thank you.

[@5Flaash]

Great demo, thank you so much for taking the time to demonstrate this method. Worked a treat.

[@kimharbison5277]

I didn't have any 409 so I just used Windex as it has ammonia in it. Worked great, first window there was some adhesive left which came off with a little lacquer thinner. The second window came off with no adhesive residue left on the window. Now onto the rear window...

[@marlonbrando9522]

Quit complaining about the music. Turn off your volume and learn from a professional window tint removal video. Jeez.

[@DevangsinghSankhala]

Music isn’t that bad though

[@panther7584]

@nicholas stewart Unwatchable? You mean unhearable? Cuz you can still watch this.

[@aldon78]

Music is ok I use it to meditate. Dont be a cry baby 🤣

[@Lost_AtSea_]

I hate the music!

[@saiph4986]

the music is great

[@busara45thevillain22]

I always wondered the most effective way to remove without ruining the antenna on the glass. Thumbs up!

[@nicholasr79]

That's the defroster, not the antenna

[@austinmontanti5975]

@@nicholasr79 depending on the car it can be both.

[@tmauricio9028]

Great job on removing the old Tint from the rear glass 👍‼️‼️‼️

[@amandalinville117]

Dude, you're the shit! I was struggling with removing my old baked on, 12 year old tint for 5 hours with little to no progress 😅 I watched your video and was done in less than an hour 😂

[@Mr.Safety.]

Same I'm gonna go try this, will it work at -6 Celsius? We're gonna find out lmao

[@tom4208]

@@Mr.Safety. if you are in a cold climate. go buy a heat gun from harbor freight. the window must get hot.

[@charlenegomez6273]

Thanks you saved me $120! Quick & easy process came off in one piece!

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BITTYBOY121]

100% HELPFUL VIDEO ! - I've just bought a 2010 W212 E63 AMG which has the black tinted windows and I wanted to remove the tint on the rear window safely without using a steamer/heat gun without damaging the rear demister lines, this is PERFECT ! - Thanks so much ! 👍👍

[@oldphart-zc3jz]

Worked nicely for me. I used stiff thin cardboard from some pastry boxes to force the trash bag between window and seal which holds bag film firmly against the glass.

[@KillSwitchNY]

This is highly satisfying.

[@p_3_n_n_y]

Wow.. A google search on how to remove old tint turned into being actually amazed.. Nice! I'm a have to get a little more hands on but this was pretty cool to watch! Cheers

[@petervargas2306]

Thank you so much. I went to get a quote today to get old tint remove and put new in $500. I will try taking the old one with your method. Thanks

[@jeffdowning4877]

Excellent. I think this is going to save me hours of frustration crammed inside the back of my car toiling away. Thanks!

[@gotskinn]

This just totally worked! The black trash bag had to be done in layers (big window) the bag didnt do anything but attack heat. It started peeling in 12mins w heater on high on an 85 farenheit day. I think the heat and the ammonia is the key. My husband gave up after following exact method...but his tint was 30yrs old. If it doesnt work...keep it warm & ammoniad until it peels. Absolutely no glue on my window. Awesome! Thank you so much for this tip!

[@slimevvs__1393]

I just did this on my crv wow this saved me money!! And under an hour too which is so awesome !!

[@user-gg8no6wb1q]

Awesome, I haven't tried it yet, but I have faith in your talents. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheIdiotBox257]

Worked like a charm! You just saved me hours of scraping glue away. I used concentrated glass cleaner for mine and phew it was strong. One nice piece of tint with all the glue still on it as if it came fresh off the roll!

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

I'm so glad it helped you! thanks for watching and subscribing.

[@fr0styy202]

I need to know this song.. or music. Or whatever. Calmed me down after a pretty stressful day. Also, great video.! I've seen this method plenty of times, and pretty sure it'll go smoothly for me! Thank You!

[@tommyg1958]

Did this today using Windex original formula and it worked great !!

[@carlitos2345cm]

I work in a auto tint shop and I only use water. Don't use any product. Nice video,

[@SpeedResearchLabs]

The jam was on point!!👌👍👍

[@darlenerawlins9591]

Yes this really work I appreciate your help,, did not take long at all, was very satisfied.

[@cliftonhollins167]

Thanks for the diy tip.The tint came right off ❤

[@featheramericangoodeagle]

I am getting ready to remove tint from my back window. I am going to use a plastic sheetrock mud knife to tuck the edges of the bag to get full coverage on the glass.

[@miclomusic805]

Made it look so easy ! I’m going to try it on my bubbled 09 civic so I can save a few bucks on the new tint

[@palatkapig8022]

Did this today on our 2003 Toyota Corolla's rear window it worked fast and easy. Thank you for doing the video.

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

Awesome!

[@markporter2642]

I just use soapy water and left over tint liners. Works perfect.

[@carlitos2345cm]

Your right

[@azndrgnboi34]

Omg! I wish I saw this video before I attempted to remove my rear tint with a razer blade and destroyed my defrosters!!!

[@jkaruri420]

Lol me too 🤦🏾‍♂️ 😁

[@jameshoward2463]

Me three..lol

[@ngbskii6152]

Gonna let the shop do that part 😬✅

[@jakejake8432]

I'm very impressed, didn't know about this trick...👍

[@pattibrown4900]

And this video is why DA like me need tutorials 😊 thank you !!!

[@GarageBuiltHondas]

That's crazy! I'm going to have to try that next time!

[@ejsmith10]

Didn't even remove the headrests and it still looked like child's play. Nicely done!

[@shaearnelle]

Why are shops charging $100+ for this when the materials needed add up to $5-$10 at the most? Just got tints that are way too dark & I want them off ASAP! Will definitely be using this method. 👌🏾

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

Its not exactly the cost of materials its the time spent on it. Some shops are small and don’t have the room for cars to take up space. Most shops make more money installing fresh tint on vehicles so its a time management issue and trying to maximize profits as a business.

[@mariamchacon7031]

The music made me fall asleep 😴

[@Mondo888]

Thanks for sharing going to try it on my windows. I have pieces left on the first pass and it looks awful so hopefully, this works.

[@Nicetints]

It's not the method that mad it come off clean it's the type of adhesive used on the tint. I've been tinting 30 years I've used this method hundreds of times. Depending on the tint it comes off or the glue is left behind. Actually that tint would have come off without any adhesive just by warming it in the sun the only time to use the bag method is on really really old purple tint and then you still need to scrub off the glue with a fine steel wool

[@candye8253]

This is freaken awesome! Amazing. My first try I shud have left it on alil longer or put more windex on cuz I left glue. But Hell, I'm doing it myself!! Amazing video!!

[@krystaljoe6270]

Thanks ALOT!! Watch many videos to get the tint and adhesive off, this video seemed to have helped a lot!! 🎉🎉 saved me $250 to $300.

[@christopherchavira2948]

Mad props to the guy our woman who brain stormed this idea 💡!

[@texasmade0109]

Guy our women?????

[@daddyo824]

You also sprayed the head rests with that ammonia based cleaner. Any concerns with that?

[@Surv27]

I remember one time I went to this spot and the guy asked if I had full coverage I asked why and he said it’d be easier for him to smash out all my windows instead of removing the tint

[@JohnEboyee]

I'd imagine it's much easier to smash windows than doing anything that requires skill

[@jasongarland9232]

Glad to see Warren got a job!

[@ridered7262]

Awesome job, I have to do this to my truck in Az so it just might burst into flames with the record temps lately. Great job!

[@xavierx3673]

Nice work dude knows his stuff Tempe ax all day

[@ps4racinggames472]

This just gave me the idea of trying to tint windows with the trash bag

[@ps4racinggames472]

Except it's too blurry so you can't see

[@tintman831]

This method works sometimes. It's not a works everytime type thing. Depends on the film your taking off. If it's really old and purple it ain't coming off

[@OBZRV82]

Damn it that's exactly how mine are purple. 😖

[@mwindischable]

Thanks to your vid, I used this method on rear window and it worked perfectly. Got by using hair dryer on side windows but should used this method too.

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

Glad it worked out!

[@azeissler1987]

I hate the smell of 409 terribly but this is a neat trick. I will give it a try. The last owner of my car put the tint on themself... did a horrible job

[@badkid73]

Get yourself a cheap 20 dollar clothes steamer and a one dollar bottle of distilled water. The easiest fastest way to remove tint is to use STEAM.

[@markporter2642]

The method he is using is STEAM. Trapping the degreaser between the trash bag and tint creates steam when it gets hot in the sun. This is better than using a steamer because it applies the steam over the entire window evenly at the same time. It's much easier.

[@tintman831]

The steamers dont work as good cuz they leave all the glue on the glass

[@bubbalo3388]

I tried this method on 23 year old tint using Windex on my front side windows. My experience. Tint came off clean. First window I did faced the sun in bbn 91° and came off clean. Then I proceeded to the other side and tried to see if I can peel the tint off without the process and not facing the sun. Started out fine for a little bit but then I saw specs of residue adhesive stuck on window, so I stopped and did the process and turned the car around. Would it of worked without the bag and Windex if it was facing the sun? Don't know and I didn't want to sit for 20 minutes to find out and then wait another 20 minutes to do the process, so I just did the process. And the side also came off clean. I had a few minor specs adhesive in some tight spaces and the Windex cleaned it up with ease. Here are some tips. I didn't cut the garbage bag to the shape of the window. My spit opened bag was about the size of my window and it was thin smooth and not the thick kind. Being thin I was able to shape the bag tuck it into crevices. A slight breeze can make the bag flop around so if you can do it in your garage and then roll it out or have someone to help you apply the bag helps. Also the Windex evaporates quickly on a hot window and you will have to spray several times before you finished getting the bag on. I rolled down my window a little so I can fold the top part the bag over the window and then closed it to hold it into place and then started to spray across the top and working my way down and flattening and pressing the bag to the outer edges with an old credit card with just enough pressure to have the bag lay pretty much against the glass but not enough to squeegee the Windex out. Doesn't have to be perfect. Then waited 20 minutes and used a razor to get under the top lip of the tint to start peeling. Experience may vary I guess depending on what quality and thickness your old tint was which might make a difference.

[@TubeWatcher]

How to remove OLD window tint. 1. Make sure it’s hot sunny day. 2: Get inside the vehicle. 3. Spray glass with ammonia. 4. Cover wet glass with a black flat trash bag. 5. Let it sit in the sun. 6. One hour later, peel off tint. Yes, I have done it successfully.

[@woodsoncircle]

Cheapest, easiest and most effective way to remove old windoow tint. $15 steamer A gallon of water (to refill steamer) ONE razor blade Takes no more than 25 minutes to remove on a 4 door car. Simple job.

[@markporter2642]

Depends on the condition of the tint you're trying to remove. Typically the trash bag method is the most effective. I've been tinting for almost 20 years and removed thousands of these.

[@ragnaroksangel]

Except that using a razorblade on the back windshield is really, really fucking stupid. Good luck with your non functional rear defroster doing that idiot shit

[@oscarvm]

Thanks, worked good for me,just had to remove all the glue with 409 ,but the defroster is totally safe. Thanks .

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

Glad it helped

[@BikerPaul]

Great Vid but who chose the infuriating music!!!!!! ?

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

lol at the time of the video I was very new to filming and editing so... that's that. Good thing is that I've gotten much better since.

[@Dark4estImagery]

Window Tinting Business Contrary to what the other user posted, I liked the music. Who is it by? I would like to find it.

[@DStud29]

Yeah same! I liked it. Really relaxing actually. Was just trying to find it but Google didn't recognize it.

[@lukespread]

Nothing wrong with that music. What is its name?

[@Bossthebeastmode]

Right

[@Itsblarezs13]

This guy bad ass packing a gun while working nice 🤙

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

It wasn’t a very safe part of town lol

[@michaelcarballo556]

Thank you! ❤ saved my defroster!

[@mangomcb]

Well done. Excellent visuals on the process. Thanks!

[@kerouacdostoevsky6776]

music is so relaxing and peaceful. ahhh.

[@rowboyto156]

if everything else fails use a gun, a 9mm will be fine but 45 acp is best lol. this dude got a piece out, must me tinting in the hood

[@samuelhowell9506]

Very educational and amazing...

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@madworld1808]

Awesome hacks… thanks for sharing and doing the hard work. ❤ GOD bless you and the people around you. For those who complain about the music.. why don’t you make ur own version. & shhhhhht it.

[@rudypadilla9626]

Fukn ayyyyyy,👍👍 Excellent process !!! / clean outcome

[@shapoval91]

Black Garbage bag makes a good tint

[@fmag956]

Holy crap... Years ago, before Google I removed the tint from an integra and it took several hours and sucked the entire time... Completely destroyed the rear defogger.

[@felipebaeza2739]

This worked like a charm! Thanks for sharing!

[@gilbs72]

Don't forget to wear ear protection. 😁 Kidding aside, Man did it like it was nothing. Tint practically peeled itself off. 😃👍👍

[@Rythmboy2]

I just installed my own tint today. If it looks like crap I will be using the "trash bag and 409" method

[@harveyottotech]

Awesome job and great description! And, I liked the music. 😉

[@SAIKIUTO]

Going to try in few weeks after the sun go up

[@JoseDiaz-er4ww]

AMAZING !!! The only really bad, is the music? chosen to the video.

[@Eduardomiramar22]

You earned another subscriber

[@hiramguerra6257]

I just used windex and a scrapper. It was a mess because of the residue but it worked.

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

Great job!

[@cappdawg1]

This is great but how are you suppose to use this method in cold climates

[@notanavrageloser]

20 minutes facing the sun is all it takes? I read one tutorial that said park it in the sun AND turn on the defroster AND crank the heat for something like 2 hours.

[@miclomusic805]

Was thinking about using the defroster !

[@jamesCam69]

Just to be clear,, dont peel the tint beforehand? The 409 is between the trashbag and the actual tint i assume. I cant tell, as it must be a light tint. Very well performed procedure though! Thank you!

[@The-Tinter-Mx]

What is 409 and where can I find it

[@jamesCam69]

@@The-Tinter-Mx its a degreaser. You can usually get it at walmart or dollar stores.

[@allbarzent]

Keep working hard and helping others

[@tbok75]

Ok so years ago I had a blue 01 Passat that came with almost matching blue tint. I wanted it gone. The shop told me, "tint is hard to remove"... Obviously he was either lazy or just didn't want my business. Hell i coulda done it myself off this video. LOL what an ass! Oh that looked SO hard!

[@theautumnwind1161]

What do you want the temperature to be outside?? 85 or 110?? It can vary alot here in Vegas

[@dpz1985dp]

good stuff man! thnx. guessing this will work for all tinted window right?

[@ceaserelizondo]

Sweet thanx now to do mine

[@brianobrian9334]

Wonder if the 409 left spots on the leather...

[@irietropicals4255]

Easy with that blade buddy!

[@WindowTintingBusiness]

I've cut many many cars on glass.... trust me I've never had a complaint yet

[@TonytheYorkie]

Window tint GOD level achieved!😱😱

[@markhubanks3715]

Wow, good video and I will diffently give it a try. Thank You!

[@hellcatredeye-g6582]

Thank you also video I appreciate what you’ve done thank you sir

[@howdy7316]

I just got my car home today and they did a really crappy job on the back windshield. I'll update this comment when it's done! :)

[@no_seriously_anything_else2101]

Did you ever do it

[@Pushrodlife]

This works I’ve done it!