How Long Does It Take to Apply Car Window Tint?
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Car window tinting time varies depending on the vehicle model: 1. Medium-sized sedans take approximately 3 to 4 hours; 2. Larger vehicles take about 4 to 4.5 hours; 3. MPVs (Multi-Purpose Vehicles) take around 5 hours. Post-tinting precautions include: 1. Avoid directing air conditioning vents toward the tint to prevent rapid thermal expansion and contraction; 2. Do not clean the tint or activate the defroster switch for one week after application; 3. Avoid using solutions containing alcohol or ammonia to clean the tint surface; 4. Before tinting, check the window glass installation for completeness and the overall integrity of the car glass; 5. Clean the inner and outer surfaces of the windows before tinting; 6. Avoid rolling windows up or down for 3 days after tinting.
Last time I went to get my car tinted, it took about three hours from driving into the workshop to picking up the finished car. The SUV has a large surface area, and the technician said sedans would be quicker. This job really can't be rushed—cleaning the glass alone took over half an hour, using specialized tools to polish the edges until they shone. I opted for ceramic film, and when the technician cut it, it was like performing surgery—every piece aligned perfectly. The most time-consuming part was the final shaping stage, using a heat gun to seal the edges of the film smoothly; any slight oversight could leave bubbles. After installation, I was advised not to roll down the windows for two days. Now, six months later, the film edges are still perfectly smooth. I recommend scheduling the work in the morning when there are fewer cars, so the technicians can focus better.
