{"id":9350,"date":"2020-08-13T14:35:27","date_gmt":"2020-08-13T14:35:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/?p=9350"},"modified":"2023-08-25T19:48:51","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T19:48:51","slug":"4-simple-ways-to-remove-window-tint-bubbles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/4-simple-ways-to-remove-window-tint-bubbles\/","title":{"rendered":"How to remove bubbles from window tint"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-simple-ways-to-remove-window-tint-bubbles\"><em>Simple ways to remove window tint bubbles<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/remove-tint-bubbles.png\" alt=\"remove tint bubbles\" class=\"wp-image-38778\" style=\"width:535px;height:207px\" width=\"535\" height=\"207\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/remove-tint-bubbles.png 700w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/remove-tint-bubbles-300x116.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bubbles are one of the biggest problems with tinted windows, but they&#8217;re also very common. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Even if you do your best to smooth out your window tint and apply it evenly, there&#8217;s a good chance you&#8217;ll end up with some air bubbles here and there. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The good news is, there are steps you can take to prevent and remove window tint bubbles.<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"my-window-tint-has-bubbles-what-s-going-on\">My Window Tint Has Bubbles: What&#8217;s Going On?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have bubbles in your window tint, chances are something went awry when the tint was installed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Part of <a href=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/how-to-tint-car-windows-diy\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"37957\">the window tint installation process<\/a> is smoothing out the tint to make sure there are no bubbles. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not only does this make your tint look better, it also makes it easier to see out of your windows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are ways to get rid of window tint air bubbles after your tint has already been installed. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, your first priority should be trying to prevent those bubbles in the first place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The better your tint is installed, the less you have to worry about having to spend money replacing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"preventing-window-tint-bubbles\">Preventing Window Tint Bubbles: Pro Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Here are 9 expert tips for removing annoying bubbles that can form under window tint film:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-tips-for-removing-bubbles-from-window-tint-film.png\" alt=\"9 tips for removing bubbles from window tint film\" class=\"wp-image-39866\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-tips-for-removing-bubbles-from-window-tint-film.png 700w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-tips-for-removing-bubbles-from-window-tint-film-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-tips-for-removing-bubbles-from-window-tint-film-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-tips-for-removing-bubbles-from-window-tint-film-75x75.png 75w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-tips-for-removing-bubbles-from-window-tint-film-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Use a straight pin, needle, knife point, or squeegee edge to carefully puncture the bubble. Be gentle to avoid scratching the window underneath.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Apply a drop of window tint solution around the pinhole to allow air to escape.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use your squeegee starting at the pinhole and working outwards to push the air and liquid out towards the edges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go slowly and squeegee firmly to smooth the film back down flat against the window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For small micro-bubbles, puncture a few areas along the edge and squeegee the whole surface.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Avoid over-saturating the area with a solution that can make more bubbles.<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be patient and work incrementally to fully evacuate trapped air pockets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An older or poor-<a href=\"https:\/\/www.3m.com\/3M\/en_US\/p\/d\/b00016706\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.3m.com\/3M\/en_US\/p\/d\/b00016706\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">quality tint<\/a> is more prone to bubbling. Re-application may be needed in severe cases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For new installations, take care to squeegee thoroughly during initial application to prevent bubbles from forming.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">With some care and technique, you can successfully remove tint bubbles to achieve a flat, smooth finish. <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Be cautious not to over-saturate or scratch the film. Seek professional help for extensive bubbling issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/remove-bubbles-from-window-tint.png\" alt=\"remove bubbles from window tint\" class=\"wp-image-38775\" style=\"width:477px;height:425px\" width=\"477\" height=\"425\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/remove-bubbles-from-window-tint.png 700w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/remove-bubbles-from-window-tint-300x267.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Preventing bubbles in your cars tinted windows starts with the installation process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>However, there are other things you can do to help prevent bubbles and other window tint problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The simplest way to prevent window tint bubbles is to have your tint installed by a professional. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As tempting as <a href=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/how-to-tint-car-windows-diy\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"37957\">DIY window tint<\/a> installation can be, you shouldn&#8217;t do it if you don&#8217;t know what you&#8217;re doing. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A professional can make sure your tint is completely smoothed out against the surface of your windows so there are no bubbles that can cause problems down the line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also prevent bubbles and other common window tint problems by preventing dirt and sun exposure. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/My-Window-Tint-Has-Bubbles.png\" alt=\"my window tint has bubbles\" class=\"wp-image-39865\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/My-Window-Tint-Has-Bubbles.png 700w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/My-Window-Tint-Has-Bubbles-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/My-Window-Tint-Has-Bubbles-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/My-Window-Tint-Has-Bubbles-75x75.png 75w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/My-Window-Tint-Has-Bubbles-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When dirt gets trapped in your tint, it can cause it to expand and form bubbles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Extreme sun exposure may also cause your tint to bubble up a bit, which is a particularly big problem in warm areas. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can solve both of these problems by keeping your <a href=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/car-steering-wheel-covers\/\">car in a garage or another covered<\/a> area when you aren&#8217;t driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"removing-window-tint-bubbles\">Removing Window Tint Bubbles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/bubbles-in-window-tint.png\" alt=\"bubbles in window tint\" class=\"wp-image-38777\" style=\"width:529px;height:307px\" width=\"529\" height=\"307\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/bubbles-in-window-tint.png 700w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/bubbles-in-window-tint-300x174.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 529px) 100vw, 529px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>If you&#8217;ve already installed your window tint or had a window tint installer do it for you and there are air bubbles, you can still get rid of them. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a handful of simple tricks you can use to try to get rid of window tint bubbles, and pretty much anybody can perform them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"heat\">Heat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to get rid of bubbles in tinted windows is to apply a little bit of heat to the tint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Applying heat to window tint weakens the adhesive a little bit and thins it out, allowing it to spread evenly and form a better seal. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The best part is, you can do this without any special tools or equipment. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply running a hair dryer or <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/best-heat-guns-for-window-tinting\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/best-heat-guns-for-window-tinting\/\" target=\"_blank\">standard heat gun<\/a> over the window film provides enough heat to help remove bubbles from your window tint when you use a squeegee to flatten it out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2YPGhLy\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2YPGhLy\" target=\"_blank\">heat gun<\/a> on medium heat is our recommendation, slowly move it back and forth over the tint until it softens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"soapy-water\">Soapy Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of different causes of window tint bubbles, and a lack of flexibility in your window tint is one of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If your tint isn&#8217;t quite flexible enough to form a perfect seal on your window, you can remedy that with a little bit of soap and water. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can clean your window tint before you apply it to make it more flexible, or you can clean it with some soap and bubbles after it&#8217;s already been applied to make it clear again and help remove some of the bubbles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"removing-trapped-air\">Removing Trapped Air<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/window-tint-film-with-bubbles-removal.png\" alt=\"window tint film with bubbles removal\" class=\"wp-image-39867\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/window-tint-film-with-bubbles-removal.png 700w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/window-tint-film-with-bubbles-removal-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/window-tint-film-with-bubbles-removal-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/window-tint-film-with-bubbles-removal-75x75.png 75w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/window-tint-film-with-bubbles-removal-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes window tint bubbles are a result of air that&#8217;s trapped underneath the window film. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>If this is the case, the best way to remove those bubbles is to remove the trapped air. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This shouldn&#8217;t be your first resort, but you can remove window tint bubbles by popping them with a small pin to create a tiny hole let the air out, and allow the adhesive to stick evenly. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Another way to handle this is by smoothing over the bubbles at a 45-degree angle with a squeegee (pro tip: you can also use a credit card to press out the tint bubbles). <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you can get the angle right, this will help reduce the air trapped in the tint. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you use the thinnest pin you can find so you aren&#8217;t leaving anything more than a tiny hole in your window tint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ironing-out-bubbles\">Ironing Out Bubbles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another option when it comes to<a href=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/how-to-remove-window-tint\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1069\"> removing window tint<\/a> bubbles is ironing them out. <strong>It&#8217;s best to do this in combination with using a pin to create holes to remove air. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All you have to do is run your iron on a low setting to press the bubbles out of the tint and allow the adhesive to cleanly stick to your windows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to get as the iron at a 45-degree angle as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-fix-bubbles-in-window-tint\">How To Fix Bubbles In Window Tint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/ymLMw9EJZX0?start=107\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-bottom-line\">The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>As much of a problem as window tint bubbles can be, there are a lot of solutions to keep your window film looking great. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/bubble-removal-process-for-window-tint-film.png\" alt=\"bubble removal process for window tint film\" class=\"wp-image-39868\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/bubble-removal-process-for-window-tint-film.png 700w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/bubble-removal-process-for-window-tint-film-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/bubble-removal-process-for-window-tint-film-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/bubble-removal-process-for-window-tint-film-75x75.png 75w, https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/bubble-removal-process-for-window-tint-film-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Soap and water is a great trick for solving air bubbles. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should start by making sure your <a href=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/35-window-tint\/\">tint is installed by a professional window<\/a> tinter. If you&#8217;ve got problems after your tint is installed, try some of these tricks and see if they get rid of the bubbles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are preparing to tint your windows yourself, <a href=\"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/how-to-tint-car-windows-diy\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"37957\">this guide<\/a> covers a lot of the rookie mistakes to avoid. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Simple ways to remove window tint bubbles Bubbles are one of the biggest problems with tinted windows, but they&#8217;re also very common. Even if you do your best to smooth out your window tint and apply it evenly, there&#8217;s a good chance you&#8217;ll end up with some air bubbles here and there. The good news [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":37251,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[69,74],"tags":[],"modified_by":null,"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/window-tint-cost-600x400.jpg","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/window-tint-cost-600x600.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Ryan Pietrzak","author_link":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/author\/ryan\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9350"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9350"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9350\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/37251"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9350"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9350"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/windowtintlaws.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9350"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}