One of the first questions asked by customers who come into Team Acme, Inc. for window film installation is ‘when can I wash my car?’

It’s a logical question. People want their cars to look good and if they’re leaving Team Acme, Inc., then they just spent a good chunk of change on a premium window film installation. You wouldn’t want to mess it up.

We hope to answer a number of the most common questions we get about window tint washing including:

• Washing solutions
• Wait time
• Problem prevention
• Acceptable cleaning methods

…and more.

Can I Get a Car Wash if I Really Wanted To?

If you have a question in your mind about how to clean tinted windows on a car, the thing with window film is it is applied to the insides of car windows. So, if you really wanted to wash your car, then you could. Just make sure you stay clear of your car’s windows on the inside. A quick drive through the car wash though shouldn’t cause any damage to your car’s newly applied window tint. Do not clean up using coarse materials like brown paper towels, scrubbing pads, or newspapers.

Does Rain Damage Recently Tinted Windows?

Car care services suggest that it is safe to avoid rolling down windows after the tint and keep the windows dry. When the rain starts after tinting windows, car owners start thinking that “will rain ruin my window tint?”.

The answer is no…

Since window tints are applied to the inside of cars, rain doesn’t damage your windows. However, if the weather is rainy, it extends the drying time. Just make sure that you wait enough time to roll down the windows.

When Can I Wash The Inside Of the Window?

We recommend that you wait one week before cleaning the inside of the tinted window. After this time period, you can use an ammonia-free window cleaner and a soft cloth or rubber squeegee. We tend to advise people they use foam cleaners because they don’t leave streaks on the surface, and they tend to work well with ammonia-free applications. Be careful if you tend to use rubber squeegees because sometimes the blade at the back can be too hard on the film, and leave scratches. Likewise, you want to be very wary of anything that could potentially leave scratches, scrapes, and dents on the tint of the window.

Should I Wait Before Rolling Down My Windows After I Get A New Tint?

Just to be safe it is smart to wait about three to five days before rolling down your window after getting a tint. This helps to make sure the tint has adhered to the glass completely. Factors like sun exposure can shorten the time to three days. However, if you’re storing your car in a cool, potentially damp place, waiting the extra time is common sense. So it is important how long you should wait to roll down the tinted windows.

How Do I Wash My Car’s Window Tint?

We advise our customers to hand clean the insides of their tinted car windows with ammonia-free glass cleaners, microfiber cloths, and clean sponges.

Here is how you should clean your car’s tinted windows from the inside of your vehicle:

• Step One: Get your hands on a soft cloth and use it to brush large debris from the interior of your car’s windows
• Step Two: Grab a clean sponge and dampen it with clean water
• Step Three: Use the clean and damp sponge to wipe the window
• Step Four: Apply mild soap to the clean sponge and thoroughly wipe the window again

Tip: Only wash one window at a time, otherwise the soap might dry on the film.

• Step Five: Use a soap-free sponge and wipe down the window
• Step Six: Dry the window with a clean and soft towel

Tip: Wipe from the top of the window down to avoid streaking and water spots.

Can I Steam Clean The Inside Of My Vehicle Windows After Getting A Tint?

No, we recommend that you do not steam clean your truck, car, SUV, bus, or other vehicle’s windows after getting a window tint. The heat and highly energetic particles of the cleaner’s steam tend to cause tears, bubbles, and other problems with the tint.

I’ve Heard Of Window Tints Turning Purple. Why Does That Happen?

Team Acme recommends that you avoid any cut-rate or cheap tints. Sometimes, the chemical composition of cheap films can leave it unstable in color. If this is the case, sunlight, exposure to cleaning chemicals or other factors can generate the purple color in the tint, This is one of the many reasons we exclusively use top-quality films when we do an installation job. These high-quality films are also easier to clean, and less likely to be negatively affected by any cleaning jobs.

Team Acme Offers Expert Guidance On Installing And Cleaning Window Tints

If your vehicle does not have window tints and you are interested in learning more about the benefits and installation of window tints, then visit Team Acme’s website today. On our website, you can learn more about the products Team Acme uses and our step-by-step installation process for window tinting.

Team Acme works with vehicles of every make and model. If you’re not sure if window tints can be applied to your vehicle, then give Team Acme a call at 702-566-8326 or fill out our online contact form. We’d be happy to discuss the possibilities for your vehicle. We’d be happy to discuss the possibilities for your vehicle.

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