How do I Apply Window Film to Front Door | Install Window Tint at Home

In this video we tackle how to apply window film to front door. We used Gila winter scenes. You can find it and similar items on Amazon:

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Here's a step-by-step guide on how to install Gila window privacy film on the side glass of your front door:
When you apply window film to front door, you increase privacy without sacrificing light into the room.

Materials Needed:
- Gila window privacy film (ensure it's the correct size for your door glass)
- Scissors or utility knife
- Measuring tape
- Spray bottle with water and a few drops of dish soap
- Squeegee or a credit card
- Soft cloth or sponge
- Optional: a hairdryer for final smoothing

The Steps on how to apply window privacy film:

1. Preparation:
- to apply window film at home, simply follow the steps.
- Clean the glass thoroughly. Use glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth to remove any dust, oil, or residue. The cleaner the surface, the better the film will adhere.
- Dry the glass completely.

2. Measure and Cut:
- Measure the dimensions of your door's side glass panel.
- Cut the privacy film slightly larger than these measurements to allow for adjustments. Use a sharp utility knife or scissors for clean cuts.

3. Prepping the Film:
- Peel off about an inch of the backing paper from one side of the film. This will give you a starting point to adhere the film to the glass.

4. Application:
- Wet the glass with the soapy water solution. This will act as a lubricant, allowing you to reposition the film without it sticking immediately.
- Position the film over the glass, aligning it as best you can. The soapy water will help you slide it into place.

5. Adhering the Film:
- Slowly peel back the backing paper while smoothing the film onto the glass with your other hand or using the squeegee. Start from one corner and work your way across, pushing out air bubbles and water.
- Use the squeegee to smooth out the film, working from the center outwards to push out any remaining water and air bubbles. If you encounter stubborn bubbles, you can prick them with a pin and smooth them out.

6. Trimming Excess:
- Once the film is fully adhered and you're satisfied with its placement, use a utility knife to trim off the excess film around the edges of the glass.

7. Drying:
- Allow the film to dry naturally, or use a hairdryer on a low setting to speed up the process. This helps the film to adhere better and removes any remaining moisture.

8. **Final Touches:**
- After the film is dry, you might notice some minor imperfections. Use a soft cloth or sponge with a bit of water to gently press down any areas that didn't adhere perfectly.

Tips:
- Use a sharp blade to trim
- Ask for help - an extra pair of hands will really help!
- Work in a dust-free environment if possible to avoid particles getting trapped under the film.
- If you make a mistake or need to reposition, the soapy water solution allows you to lift and move the film. However, once it starts to dry, it will stick more permanently.
- If the film doesn't cover the entire glass due to mis-measurement, you can overlap pieces, but ensure you overlap by at least an inch and apply extra soapy water to that area for smooth adhesion.

This process should give you a professional-looking installation of privacy film on your door's side glass, enhancing privacy without sacrificing natural light.

00:00 Introduction
00:45 sizing the material
01:22 preparing the film
01:48 preparing the window surface
02:45 unroll to hang the film
03:45 squeegee the bubbles to the sides
05:00 trim
06:04 results
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