If you want to remove window tint first consider the fact that most window tinting is made of two layers of tinted polyester. Sometimes when you try to pull it off the top layer comes off easily, but the second layer can be tough to get off when you want to completely remove window tint.
Step 1 – Gather the Tools
You will probably need a large plastic bag (it is best to use a large garbage bag), ammonia or all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, paper towels or a squeegee, steel wool and some razor blades.
Step 2 – Cleaning and Treating
Clean the window thoroughly and clear away any obstacles to remove window tint. Lay a large plastic bag over the window and then spray ammonia on the inside. This will make it easier to remove window tint. The bag is used to cover the ammonia so it won’t evaporate. Leave it on for a while, maybe even in the sun so it will be easier to peel away. But keep the plastic on the ammonia so it will not dry.
Step 3 – Peeling to remove window tint
Starting at a corner, use a razor blade to peel the film away. If it is done slowly enough you should be able to peel the film off in one piece. If you cannot remove window tint in one piece, spray the window with soapy water and use a new blade to remove any leftover adhesive.
Step 4 – Cleaning any excess material
When the film is completely off, scrub the window to remove the adhesive off with ammonia and steel wool pads. Clean up the window using window cleaner and paper towels. If there is any excess flue, spray some WD-40 and use a steel wool pad and paper towel to wipe it off. This should remove the window tint completely.
Some people still argue that it is much easier to let a professional remove window tint. For example, using ammonia on the inside of a car can make it hard to breath. Professionals also know how to remove window tint without destroying defroster or radio lines.
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Never use steel wool on glass surfaces. This can cause hair line scratches or spider web looking scratches. Glass is a very delicate material. So are defrosters. And interior panels can be scratched very easy. Window tinting is an expert type of work. If you want to experiment don't do it on your brand new car! If you want to coop yourself up in a car with ammonia, better have a certified respirator. Just one of the many tools a pro will have. One more suggestion about doing it yourself , tinting that is, DON't. It is way to cheap to pay someone and not hurt yourself or your car. Most strip jobs run under 100.00. Also razors cut and you do not want to cut yourself or interior pieces. Word to the wise, don't take advise from people who are not experts. I have 26yr. exp. Owner of gulf Coast tinting Llc. in mobile al.