You just tinted your car windows, now what?

8/31/2017

You just tinted your car windows and you waited the 48 hours before rolling down the windows and two weeks before cleaning the inside of the windows. Now they are getting dirty and it’s time to clean them. What do you do?

Since Tinting is basically the application of a fine layer of film on your car window. Care and caution is a key while washing them. The easiest method would be to fill a spray bottle with water and gently dampen the glass and using a microfiber cloth to wipe it clean. Avoid using different types of towels and clothes to prevent the tint from becoming damaged.

Take these following steps to clean your windows:

·       While wiping the glass, do so in a vertical direction first, after which a quick analysis of the glass for any water stains can be done before proceeding to wiping in a horizontal direction.
·       Dirt and other residue can be a difficult to remove using just water and a cloth therefore, you might need to repeat the process for the stubborn stains.
·       The next step would be to roll down your windows so that the tops can be cleaned too. Cleaning the tops is equally important, as that is where the dirt is usually trapped because of the window lining.
·       After the tops are cleaned you can proceed to cleaning the inside of the window to attain a sparkling result.

The advanced method of glass cleaner and cloth
If you have some really tough stains to remove that are not taken care of by water you can always use a non-ammonia glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth.

·       Any products that contain high levels of ammonia are a strict no-no as they are the ultimate destroyer for your window tints. A lint free cloth is the best cleaning tool to use for those procedures. Make sure to spray the glass cleaning formula onto the cloth or paper towel to avoid spot formation.
·       Using Spray-a-way foam cleaner is Premier Tint Pros recommendation. The cleaner can be sprayed directly onto the window and the door panels for a complete job on cleaning your window tints.

Taking care of your cars tints helps keeping them looking their best for a longer period of time.

If you have any questions on keeping your windows in top shape, please call our office at 630-488-0813

7 Comments

Kyle Warren link

11/14/2017 06:47:59 am

Yes, absolutely, the car window tinting has a number of benefits. It blocks the passage of harmful ultraviolet rays, modulates the temperature of the vehicle, makes the crashes less risky, increases privacy and enhances the aesthetics of the vehicle. I think it is the most probable way to customize the ride. Well, in this regard, if anyone considers my standpoint, I can say that you should roll down your car's windows at least for 2 days to make the film stuck to the surface perfectly. Within that period, it is better to avoid washing the vehicle. Yes, after 2 days you can wash your vehicle, but please ensure that you stay clear of your vehicle's windows on the inner side.

Dean Pagel link

1/24/2018 04:02:24 am

Car tinting offers us a lot of benefits it can block the UV rays , gives you privacy and most of all it will hold the cracked glass.

Jenna Hunter link

3/28/2018 05:36:30 pm

I appreciate your advice on making sure to clean the tops of the windows also since that is where dirt and residue build up. My son just got a new car and is thinking about getting the windows tinted because he likes staying up on the newest trends for boys. If he does get them tinted, I just want to make sure that he is keeping them clean for his own safety.

Amy Winters link

11/14/2018 11:16:11 am

Thanks for pointing out that window tinting is essentially the application of fine layer of film on your car's windows, so it's important to clean them gently and carefully. I've been thinking about having my car's windows tinted so I've been doing some research on the benefits. I didn't realize having them tinted would necessitate careful cleaning afterwards, so thanks for letting me know and keeping me from damaging them!

Kate Welling link

4/18/2019 12:20:59 pm

I'm happy that I found this article about what to do after tinting your car windows. It's interesting that you mentioned we should wipe in a vertical direction first. I wasn't aware that this was important! I'll be sure to remember this for when I get my windows tinted. It would be nice to have a change like this because I want more privacy when I drive.

Shayla Cademis link

8/7/2019 10:09:12 am

Thanks for the suggestion to wipe the glass in a vertical direction first and checking for water stains before wiping the glass in a horizontal direction. My husband and I live in a very temperate climate, and our cars have been getting too hot for our liking while we're at work. We'll have to look for a great business in our area who could add tints to our windows; we'll be sure to remember your tips when we go to clean them!

Zachary Tomlinson link

2/11/2020 10:18:26 am

Great advice! I just got my Toyota Yaris tinted, and I've been looking for ways on how to maintain or clean it.
It's great that you emphasized that I should avoid ammonia-based glass cleaners and I should use proper microfiber cloths for cleaning. I'll save this article and refer back to if I need more info on how to clean my tinted windows.

You just tinted your car windows, now what?

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