Removing Tint Off Rear Window With Steamer

Now steam your windows directly where the tint is applied.

Removing tint off rear window with steamer. Video 5 removing old stubborn window tint with a steamer. Use a razor blade to scrape off any tint that did not peel. The only problem with the rear window is the delicate defrost lines that run across the window under the. Try not to let the tint get back on the window because it will stick again then you have to take it off again.

The glue is hard to get off so it s recommended to go very slowly while you are doing this. Step 2 peel the corner of the tint using a fingernail or a blade. Remove any residual adhesive with ammonia and very fine steel wool then wipe the surface with a paper towel before it dries. First take your steam cleaner and plug it in so that it s hot.

If you do this slowly enough you will not have any glue residue left onto your window. Hold the steamer anywhere from 1 2 to 2 away from the glass and steam the corner and the 4 or so around the corner. Obtain a clothing steamer long extension cord and a couple gallons of distilled water some steamers may specify salt. When you reach the bottom roll the window up and finish it up.

Once you ve steamed the hell out of the window carefully pick at the corner with your fingernail. Keep the tint moist with ammonia as you strip. This tint had been baking in the florida sun for over 10 years so it was very old and brittle w. Step 1 prepare the steamer by plugging it in.

Remove the exterior trash bag and clean the window thoroughly with glass cleaner. After few minutes the adhesive with become loose. Now put it into the crack of the window and spray the steam while gently pulling the window tint down. Please try again later.

Remove the adhesive residue off your car s window glass. Since the tint is applied with removable adhesive you can easily remove it with the exception of the rear window. Work the steam over the entire window not just one spot to heat up the window tint and. Hold the steamer there for probably a minute or so just on that corner.

Continue this all across the top of the window then work downward. Protect the interior of your car with a plastic tarp or garbage bag and an old towel. If playback doesn t begin shortly try restarting your device. Window tint is often used to provide privacy or protection from the sun but you may find you want to remove the tinting.