How Long After Windshield Replacement Can You Apply Tint Film?

[StEmilio]

You need to wait two to three days before applying the tint film. Tinting recommendation - dry heating: Heat horizontally as it's easier. Use minimal water on the film. Allow more shrinkage on areas with larger curves and less on areas with smaller curves - that's the principle. However, note that the heat gun temperature shouldn't be too low. If it's too low, the film may become over-cured and difficult to shrink. Applying water before tinting: This helps prevent small bubbles. If bubbles form during interior application, you'd need to use a heat gun. But since car interiors contain trim materials, the hundreds of degrees from the heat gun could cause issues. It's better to handle everything on the exterior to minimize problems. Be extremely careful not to damage the windshield - remember to use gentle pressure. Surprisingly, dull knives are more likely to damage glass.