How to Deal with Glue Residue After Removing Window Tint Film?
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Methods for handling residual adhesive from car window tint film are as follows: 1. The leftover adhesive from car window tint film can be wiped off using makeup remover oil or asphalt cleaner; 2. You can also use polyurethane thinner, commonly known as 811 cleaner, for wiping; 3. Lastly, another method is to use essential balm, which has fast volatile properties and low cost. Removing car window tint film requires certain steps and techniques, detailed as follows: 1. Peeling the film: First, lift a corner of the car window tint film, preferably using a fingernail or adhesive tape. If that doesn't work, consider using a blade to peel it. 2. Removing the film: With the help of hot air from a heat gun or hairdryer, use appropriate force and speed to slowly peel off the car window tint film. 3. Removing adhesive: If there is any residual adhesive from the glass film after peeling, clean it off with adhesive remover or cleaning agent.
Last time I encountered this situation when changing the car film, I handled it myself. You need to prepare a special adhesive remover and spray it on the residual glue, then wait ten minutes for the solvent to penetrate. Use a plastic scraper to slowly push and scrape from the edge, being careful to avoid metal tools that could damage the glass. After removing the adhesive, you must thoroughly wipe the glass with a glass cleaner; otherwise, it may affect visibility. Remember to wear gloves and ensure good ventilation during the process, as the chemical solvent smell is quite pungent. I completed the task over three days, working on a small section each day to avoid fatigue. Be extra careful when working on older car glass with scratches—if not handled properly, you might end up needing to replace the entire glass, which would be a huge loss.
The adhesive residue on my old car after removing the film looked like a map. I used essential balm and an old towel to clean it off. Just pour a few drops of essential balm to soak the adhesive marks, wait five minutes for it to soften, then rub in circles repeatedly with the towel. For stubborn spots, cover them with a wet towel and let it sit under the sun for half an hour—heat makes it easier to remove. After cleaning, wash off the oily residue with dish soap water, otherwise, the glass may fog up on rainy days. This method is cost-effective but time-consuming; it took me two hours to finish the rear window. Remember not to use steel wool—my neighbor Old Wang tried it and ended up scratching the glass.
