Why You Should Never DIY Auto Window Tinting
Tinting your car windows might seem like an easy job, but it can actually be pretty difficult. Here's why you should never DIY auto window tinting.
It's definitely tempting to DIY your own auto window tinting for your car. After all, it'll save you some money, right?
Well, the answer is no. It'll actually cost you more in the long term to DIY your car window tinting. Window tinting is one of those tasks that are better left to professionals to get a positive effect.
Using the right auto window film will protect the skin from UVA and UVB radiation, which may cause skin illness or cancer, by acting as a barrier.
Yet, when it comes to window tinting, there's more to the process than just applying the pre-packaged product. Read on for the key reasons why you should never attempt installing auto window tint yourself.
You’ll Damage Your Windows
The most important reason to have your tinted window film installed by a professional is that self-application may cause significant and irreversible harm to the glass. Sometimes, this damage results from excessive pressure or the use of a blade while laying a new film on top of an old one.
One way or another, a scratch (or four) will end on your windows.
Most people damage their windows when removing and reinstalling their windscreen wiper blades. The only option is for the automobile owner to replace their own window, which will cost them money.
Picking the Wrong Auto Window Tinting Product
So many options are available when it comes to tinting your car. Innovative and specialized window tinting solutions like ceramic or carbon window tinting are also available.
If you're not careful, you'll be swayed by marketing strategies rather than practical ones and end up spending money on things you don't really need. You may get a clearer picture of the possibilities available to you when you work with a professional who knows what they're talking about.
Increasing the Likelihood of a Car Accident
Window safety is a major concern for both the driver and passengers of a motor vehicle. Driving with a broken window or a film that has been improperly placed increases the risk of a collision.
However, the inverse is also true. Properly placed window film may actually boost driving safety.
Illegally Tinting One’s Vehicle
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) are both very concerned about the visibility of automobile windows.
The same applies to Wisconsin's DMV regulations on window tinting.
A "fix-it" ticket will be issued if you apply a window tint that is excessively dark to the incorrect windows. A second ticket will be issued to you if you haven't removed the tint and/or replaced it with a lawful choice, resulting in a much higher fine.
Having an unlawful tint on your windows increases the likelihood that you will be held at fault for an accident more than you otherwise would have been.
Not Having Enough Patience and Attention to Details
We won't sugarcoat anything. Professional window film installers are known for their patience, their ability to follow detailed instructions and methods, and their keen eye for the tiniest of particulars.
Do you think that's you? If this is the case, you should think carefully before attempting a do-it-yourself vehicle tinting project.
It takes a lot of time and attention to detail for professional window film and tint installers to get the job done right. After only 10 or 15 minutes of meticulous preparation, careful application of film, and gradual evenness, your DIY project is certain to fail if you're prone to irritability.
Not Having a Clean Workspace
In order to get the best results from your window tint, it must be applied in a clean, dust-free environment.
If you were planning to drape your window coverings in the garage, don't bother. If the wind is blowing, you're going to have a lot of dust and other particles stuck between the film and the glass.
Even if you're doing it in a garage, you'll still have to contend with errant pieces of debris. As a result, the window coverings of car dealerships are protected from the elements. A professional knows just how to address any problems that may arise when applying.
You’ll Lower the Value of Your Car
If you've picked a high-quality window tinting product, you may increase the worth of your automobile by putting professional window tinting on it. The opposite holds true, too.
We've all seen examples of window tinting that was clearly done by an amateur. The bubbling itself is unsightly and disturbing, among other things.
As a result, if your DIY tint job bubbles, peels, or changes colors, your car's value will be lower than it would be if it had no tint.
Risking Your Car Looking Terrible
Last but not least, the majority of individuals add car window tints for aesthetic reasons. Yes, automotive tinting minimizes glare, lowers the temperature of a vehicle, and may improve vehicle security. But, it also looks really cool.
Most of our clients, however, are drawn to the refined appearance that car tinting creates for their beloved automobiles. Self-installed vehicle tinting can never match the quality of a job done by a professional.
Getting Auto Window Film: Done the Right Way
If you're considering DIY window tinting after seeing a few YouTube videos on the subject, we'd encourage you to think again. We hope that going through the reasons why auto window tinting is a professional task has given you perspective on what car tasks your can DIY and what you shouldn't DIY.
Next step, you'll want to get a free auto window tint estimate to know what your average cost is for a professional window tinting job. Then, you can check out our blog for more tips and advice on how to keep your car looking new and running like a dream. At Eclipse Tint and Accessories, we want only the best for our customers.
