Posted June 18, 2020


Install UV Window Film Like a Professional
Professionals make installing window film look relatively easy, but don’t be fooled. Remember that they have experience and expertise on how to do it correctly and usually provide a warranty that guarantees their work. They can also recommend the best type of window film to use for your purpose and windows.
- Bottled water
- Spray bottle
- Rubber-bladed squeegee
- Break-away utility knife
- Razorblade, single-edged
- Tape measure or ruler
- Film aid application concentrate
- A lint-free, soft cloth or paper coffee filters
- Fill the spray bottle with the film aid concentrate and one quart of bottled water.
- You should expect to use several single-edged razor blades for cleaning the windows. The utility knife will be used for trimming the film.
- Use the rubber-bladed squeegee to press the film onto the window and remove the soapy water under the film.
- The toweling should be lint-free so that it can both clean the windows and absorb the water that you squeegee off.
Thoroughly Clean Windows

Measure and Cut the UV Window Film
Start to unroll your film and ensure that it’s done on a flat, clean surface, which is not too far from your windows. Cut the film about 1” larger than the dimensions you measured for your windows to make sure that it will fit.Apply Film & Trim
Before starting the application process, generously spray windows until there’s soapy water running down the glass. It must be thoroughly wet. Carefully remove the liner of the film. Spray the soapy solution onto the exposed part of the adhesive. This process will reduce contamination, prevent static cling, and make the separation of the liner easier. Your hands should be wet with the solution before handling the film. This helps to avoid leaving fingerprints on the adhesive. Ensure that the exposed, dry adhesive side is thoroughly wet, and begin to apply the film to the glass. Use your hand to smoothly apply the film onto the glass. Spray the outside surface of the film once it has been applied. Carefully and firmly use the squeegee on the film. Use the razor blade/utility knife to trim the film. The entire film should be wetted again; then reapply the squeegee. Press the film firmly and make sure all the water is removed so the adhesive can stick to the glass.Consult with the Window Film Experts
To learn more about UV window film or to get help from a professional on installing it to your property, contact our experts at Atlantic Sun Control. We’re happy to help and answer your questions.Back to Main
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