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Read MoreIs it true that having a car with a tinted windshield is illegal?
Laws differ from state to state, but it’s generally illegal to completely tint a front windshield in the United States. Remember, it’s the customer’s responsibility to adhere to the law when they operate their vehicle, not yours. That being said, if a customer requests a window tinting service that prevents their car from being street […]
Read MoreIs it true that too much heat can cause a windshield to crack and break?
Yes, this is true. You can avoid this by keeping your heating gun mobile, and not keeping it in one location for too long. In addition, you might want to look over the windshield for small, pre-existing “spiderweb” cracks before you begin work. If you spot them, you should notify your customer. A soak rope […]
Read MoreWhat’s the best way to get a good “before and after” photograph of my hard work?
Although photographs are an excellent way to promote and advertise your services, certain lighting may not be ideal for “showing off” your finished window tinting jobs. For best results, simply photograph the car in the sunlight. Alternatively, some tinters claim that LED lighting helps cameras pick up the added layers of film more easily.
Read MoreWhat should I do if I’m having trouble making accurate cuts?
A good solution is to use some clear lining and trace out a template using a sharpie. Using this template, you can ensure that your cuts are accurate every time.
Read MoreWhat can I do to avoid film peeling at the top of windows?
In some cases, customers might be rolling down their windows too early after the installation has been completed. Politely ask them to wait longer before rolling their windows down in the future. If the customer insists that they’re waiting long enough and it’s still an issue, make sure to heat the top edge of the […]
Read MoreIs it beneficial to remove the spoilers on sports cars before installing window film?
Yes, removing the spoiler is usually a good idea if things seem tricky otherwise. Anything that gives you more room to maneuver is going to be a big help.
Read MoreWhat should I do if there’s a bubble on my window that just won’t go away?
There are a number of things you can try. First of all, you might want to clean the window once again. Sometimes, cleaning the window three or four times is necessary. Defrosters might also be the root of the issue, especially on back windows. You can sand down the defrosters or go over them with […]
Read MoreCan the temperature affect my window tinting jobs?
Yes. During hot days, you might want to work in the shade. If this isn’t possible, add more tint slip or slime to your bottle. The opposite may be necessary in cold temperatures. Many window tinters like to add dish soap or baby shampoo to their dish soap to their squirt bottles.
Read MoreWhy does the rear window appear lighter even though I’m using the same film for each window?
Generally speaking, the rear window will always look slightly lighter, even though the exact same film is used. You can inform your customers that this is something of an optical illusion. The dynamics of certain windows and the type of lighting can sometimes cause strange effects. At the end of the day, film that appears […]
Read MoreHow should I tint a window that already has a top strip?
Always remove the top strip and start from scratch. It’s best to provide your customers with 100% new film, and leaving behind an old top strip just doesn’t make sense. In addition, you can be sure you’re using top-quality films when you do the re-do the entire job.
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