How
long does it take to have tint installed on my car? The process generally takes 2 - 4
hours depending on the difficulty of the car, cleanliness,
and the number of windows. Window tinting is not a
race, we take our time to offer quality installations.
Our installer has 13 years of experience and offers
the same quality of work to each customer.
What
do I use to clean my tinted windows?
Warm water and a soft cloth. Never use a window cleaner
unless it is specifically formulated for use on aftermarket
tinted windows.
Why
do I see little bubbles or patchiness soon after installation? This is very normal. We use a lot
of water to activate the adhesive and to allow us
to move the film around and position it for a perfect
installation. Although we squeegee out as much of
the water as possible, some small amount remains between
the glass and the film. As this water evaporates through
the film you may see some little bubbles or foggy
patches. These should go away within a few days but
could last a month or so if we are applying a premium
all metal full and get very little sunshine to aid
in the evaporation process.
Can
window film ever be removed? Yes, Window Film can be removed at
any time after the installation. As a tint professional
I know all the tips and tricks on proper tint removal.
Please call us if you require a removal. It is a very
tough and messy job, not recommended for beginners.
Why
do I see bubbled or purple tint on cars? The tint is either very old or of
poor quality. Most older films, even the quality brands,
will discolour and turn purple. When this is accompanied
by bubbles then the film used was a cheap brand. The
bubbles are a result of a failure in the adhesive
system causing the tint to literally lift from the
glass. If our tint ever bubbles, we will replace it
at no additional cost to you, but we guarantee that
this will never happen.
How
durable is tinting?
Window film is protected by a hard scratch-resistant
coating that can withstand everyday use and kids.
The key word however is "resistant", this
does not mean "scratch-proof". Even glass
will scratch, so be careful when loading and unloading
objects with sharp edges, boxes, sporting equipment,
and also when releasing your seatbelt, this can easily
make small nicks that are not covered by warranty.
What
is dyed-film, hybrid film, full metalized film, and
the difference? A dyed film is just as it says. The
polyester is dyed in a submersion process that is
absorbed into the porous material. This is the most
effective way to ensure good color and life of color.
Another way is the dyed adhesive process where the
adhesive is colored prior to the application to the
clear polyester. Metalized films are created by a
process called sputtering. This is an advanced process
that uses a rod of desired metal such as nickel, stainless
steel, copper, aluminum and others that is literally
converted into a molten form and "sputtered"
on the surface of the film by charging the metal and
the film with opposing ions allowing the metal to
penetrate and uniformly bond to the film. Hybrid films
is a bonding together of a dyed film and a full metalized
film.
What
is the difference between after-market tinting and
factory tinted windows? Some truck and sport utility vehicles
come from the manufacturer with glass that has been
darkened using an electrical process called "deep
dipping". This "factory tinted" glass
is a dark shade but does not protect the interior
of your car from the sun’s heat or damaging
UV rays as well as after market window tinting. Major
film manufacturers have formulated tinting materials
to closely match the factory tinted glass allowing
the front door windows of some truck and SUVs have
window tint with a legal matching shade. It is also
possible to apply after market window tinting over
factory tinted glass to make the windows darker and
to improve performance.
Will
the tint damage my rear defroster? No it will not. We tint right over
top of it. The defrosters can be used right away without
affecting the tint.
