How can I remove film from car window?
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9vzJDUM5Ag
Warm it with a hair dryer. Start where it is already peeling and heat a small area at a time. Won't be long until the entire window is transparent again.
I used a hand held steamer to remove the peeling film on my sisters used car. Not sure if it will work on film applied by the factory though.
Try a heat gun (or blow dryer) heat small, areas at a time, and peeling
Thanks Ken! I have old film on my sliding glass door in the house and want it off!
Hello Crystal.fedders, Here are a few links that are very informative, and I hope very helpful to you:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60X39Q8HEfM
The link for the following quote is posted below the quote: " ... Unlike window film, factory tint is a pigment within the glass that's installed during the manufacturing process. There is no way to remove the tint from the glass. The only alternative to getting the same benefits of window film is to install window film over the factory tint. There are clear window films for automotive use that won't further darken the factory tint. Many consumers attempt to match the factory tint to their front windows and windshield when it is legal to do so in their local jurisdiction. "
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Factory_tint
Almost all sites I've searched say to use ammonia applied to the insde of the windows covered with black plastic left for several hours to remove "almost all of the tint carefully peeling off the black plastic bag and using a razor" but that just seems to me like it's a pretty "iffy" job, and definitely stinky. I don't think I'd want the smell of ammonia lingering in my car. So below is the ONLY link I have found with a way that makes much much sense to me. If you have a steamer it should be easy-peasy to remove the window tint from your back car window:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9vzJDUM5Ag
Good Luck and thank you for using HOMETALK for answers :)