Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I open my car windows straight away after installation?
We recommend that you allow 5 days before opening windows. This is to allow the film to dry and gives the adhesive time to cure.
2. Does the film affect the rear window defroster of my car?
No, the film does not affect the element.
3. Does the tint bubble up after time?
No, we only use the highest quality Solar Gard films and fit them professionally. Bubbles only appear from poorer quality films after the adhesive breaks down or from films being poorly installed. You will not have to worry about that problem with us.
4. Do you fit the film to the rear window of my car in one piece?
Yes, all rear windows on all cars saloons, coupes, hatches are all fitted in one piece of film. Each window is heat shrunk to the shape of the glass.
5. I've seen lots of tinted vehicles close up with creases and bubbles everywhere, will my windows look like that?
No, you won’t get that with us. Each piece of film is installed neatly and accurately to the shape of the glass and will never have bubbles creases etc for the lifetime of the vehicle.
6. My car is a lease car can the film be removed in a few years’ time?
Yes, all the film we use can be removed relatively easily however we would recommend professional removal.
7. Do my vehicle windows have to be clean upon arrival?
No, we clean all windows before installation however we would need to know if the car has been tinted before, because the film can leave behind clear adhesive which you may not have noticed but would need removing before new film is installed this may result in an extra labour charge.
8. Now my vehicle is tinted, I've noticed a few scratches on the outside of the glass, where have they come from?
On clear glass you wouldn't notice existing glass scratches. Window films reflect more light from the vehicle surroundings so if your windows are slightly marked, the films will show them up more.
9. How do I clean my windows after they've been tinted?
Any glass cleaner will work as long as there is no ammonia in it.
10. Do you offer a guarantee with your work?
Yes, we guarantee the film for as long as you own your vehicle.
11. Can I tint my windscreen?
No we do not tint the windscreen however we can install a sun-strip across the top of the windscreen.
12. Do you do mobile tinting?
No, we only come to you for flat glass installations. It’s impossible to tint a car outside exposed to the wind and elements. All our work is carried out in a specially built clean room to ensure a dust free finish.
13. I've got a cheaper price from someone else.
That's fine if you want a cheap job doing but that cheap job won’t be so cheap when the tinter that did it doesn't want to know a few weeks later when its peeling and the bubbles and creases etc. that he said would go away haven't. Suddenly that cheap job will become very expensive when you have to pay to have it removed and new film installed by a more reputable company.
If you have any further questions or would like to book your vehicle in then please one of our helpful staff on 0161 428 7578 or 07742 30 88 77