New legislation forces many drivers to remove auto tinting. This is a film for dimming the interior, which is glued to the rear and side windows. Since permissible light transmission values are often violated when gluing the film, it is necessary to get rid of too dark a coating. But after eliminating the film, a problem arises - how to wash glue from tinting from glass? It is not easy to do this, but effective methods exist.
- Glue from the film - what is it
- The main methods of removing the film with your own hands
- How to wipe glue from tinting glass
- Soap solution
- Degreasing solution
- Rust converter
- Solvent application
- Oily Substances
- Super Moment Antique
- Bio-solvent "Cytosol" (Citosol)
- Household water repellent
- Profoam 2000
- Body Insect Fluid
- Glue cleaners ZM 08184 or ZM 08984
- Safety precautions
Glue from the film - what is it
The adhesive composition used to fix the tint on the glass is a high-strength adhesive coating. It is firmly fixed, because the film is difficult to tear off, cut. It is easy to get rid of tinting only if it was originally of poor quality. Also, the adhesive strength of the glue with glass depends on the type of composition:
- PS. They begin to work only at pressure, so the film has to be pressed. Now almost never applied.
- DPS Activated by water application. The film must be wet before gluing.
- CD It is fixed when the temperature rises, tinting is heated during operation.
- PS / DT. To activate, you need a small amount of liquid, the excess is removed with a special scraper.
All adhesives are different, and those that require heating are the worst removed, but anyone can completely clear the glass.
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You can remove the tint from the auto repairman, but there is a chance to save money by doing it yourself. Removal Methods:
- Fast. It is necessary to take the film by the edge, picking it up with a sharp detail, then pull it off sharply. Usually this method is used in emergency cases.
- Gradual. Toning is removed slowly, with gradual heating. First you need to pick up the film by the edge, then take a building hair dryer, apply hot air. Enough heating to + 40 ... + 60 degrees, so that the material neatly moved away from the glass. Typically, most of the adhesive during heating remains on the film.
The second method is more effective, it allows you to remove tinting with the remainder of the minimum amount of contamination. Unfortunately, not everyone has a building hair dryer, so the process can not always be carried out. Also, with strong heating, there is a risk of damage to the plastic on the doors, they will have to be previously covered with wet rags. You can not warm the glass to more than +60 degrees, this will cause a violation of their integrity, deformation.
to contents ↑If it is not possible to warm the glass, it can be cleaned from tinting with a soap solution. The film is picked up over the edge, slowly pulled together, pouring a solution. Fluid is added liberally to the area where the glue joins the glass to reduce adhesion. Part of the glue will still remain, but not more than 10-15%. It is necessary to wipe it off: the side windows will start to fall poorly, everything will stick to them in large quantities.
How to wipe glue from tinting glass
Using a hair dryer by professionals is considered the best method. Without the use of chemicals, it will be possible to remove not only the film, but also the remnants of glue. To do this, the glass is heated with the wiping of ugly traces with special napkins. Some people use a steam generator: they heat glass with steam, removing glue stains. Both methods are far from safe, should be practiced with great care. Beginners should try easier methods using a chemical approach.
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Soap solution
The remaining glue is well removed after softening in a soap solution. Use a knife immediately, the scraper is dangerous - there is a risk of scratching the glass. It is necessary to dilute laundry soap in warm water, moisten a rag, and wipe the glass. You need to moisten it regularly, preventing the water from drying out. After a few minutes, you can begin to separate the glue with a plastic, hard rubber scraper. The remaining glue can be wiped with a napkin. For a more pronounced softening effect, some introduce a little liquid ammonia into the soap solution.
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The principle of its operation is similar to that of a soap solution. Car detergent is added to water, whipped into foam, and applied to a window. After complete drying, wash the glass with a washcloth, removing the remaining glue. Dry with a rag.
Rust converter
Such funds are sold in sprays, suspensions, they are intended to dissolve and remove rust. You can use drugs against glue spots, only with caution - toxicity to the body is high. When working, it is better to drive the car out of the garage into the fresh air, and also gloves. The transducer is sprayed directly onto the glue stains, after 10 minutes the windows are wiped with a cloth. StarWax, which is sold in automotive and hardware stores, has proven itself well.
Solvent application
To get rid of glue, you can use solvents - acetone, white spirit. The rag must be moistened in one of them, rinse the glue stains well, leave to dry. After 3-4 minutes, you can remove the softened adhesive with a plastic card, scraper, spatula. It is strictly forbidden to smoke during the procedure, materials quickly ignite!
Oily Substances
Such products also belong to the category of organic solvents and can wash away glue from the film (kerosene, gasoline). Wipe the glass thoroughly with a cloth moistened with these solvents. After a couple of minutes, the glue softens, it can be cleaned with a plastic scraper. Due to toxicity when working with solvents in a garage, a respirator must be worn! You must also be careful not to mess up the seat trim with petroleum products.
Super Moment Antique
This tool can also remove adhesive residues. It is sold in tubes, in gel form, does not flow, is conveniently applied to any surface. Antikley can remove any stains of glue, even based on cyanoacrylate. It must be applied to the glass with a thin layer, left for 20-60 minutes (depending on the thickness of the adhesive coating). During this time, the connection with the surface will be destroyed, after which the remaining glue can be easily washed off with soap and water.
to contents ↑Bio-solvent "Cytosol" (Citosol)
This drug is created on the basis of biologically active components, it is absolutely harmless, breaks down in water for 4 days. You can use Cytosol against stains from bitumen, adhesive tape, vinyl film, it is great for cleaning windows and the car body. The agent is applied to glass, after half an hour the surface is well washed.
Household water repellent
Anti-rain drugs are also popular among drivers. These are hydrophobic agents that disperse water after application to headlights, lamps, windshield. In addition to its intended purpose, it is possible to use sprays for cleaning glasses from glue. You just need to sprinkle the stains with the solution, wait until the glue softens, then remove the residues with a plastic spatula.
Profoam 2000
The universal cleaner of this brand easily cleans the remains of adhesive tape, stickers, tint film, traces of the marker. With it, you can tidy not only the glass, but also the interior of the car, plastic parts, wipe off grease, technical grease, dirt around the nodes. It is necessary to spray the aerosol, after 30 seconds, wipe off the glue with a napkin, then rinse the glass with water.
Body Insect Fluid
Most of these products quickly cope not only with traces of adhering insect particles, but also with spots of glue and bitumen. Usually they are sprayed, then washed with a napkin along with dirt. In auto goods stores, many means of various brands are sold. The most popular are Bag Blitz, Insect Remover, Hi-Gear HG5625 and others.
Glue cleaners ZM 08184 or ZM 08984
Such products belong to the group of glue cleaners, therefore, they easily remove the surface from traces of adhesive compositions, as well as mastic, bitumen, wax, polishing. They are also suitable for cleaning glasses from tinting glue. The material is flammable and must be handled with care. A small amount of cleaner should be applied to a napkin, wipe the places of contamination, and repeat if necessary.
Safety precautions
Most glass cleaning compounds are flammable, have a strong, pungent odor, some are quite toxic and can even cause poisoning, damage to the nervous system when inhaled by their fumes. If they come into contact with the skin, they can cause burns and enter the bloodstream. Therefore, when working with solutions, safety measures must be observed:
- do not clean glass near an open fire, any heat sources, including incandescent objects, with an increased concentration of fumes in the air, a fire can even break out from a spark;
- work in protective clothing and rubber gloves so that the products do not get on the skin;
- wear a respirator and goggles to protect against harmful vapors.
Removing tinting can be quite a time-consuming process, especially if there are a lot of glue on the glass. But when you buy one of the described means, you can still give the car an original look, and without serious costs.
