(The only difference was that this time we tested against macadamia nut oil because we happened to be out of olive oil at the time and were eager to get started.)Įssentially, we applied one of the ‘dirt’ products on a glass surface, sprayed the surface with a cleaner, then wiped the surface off with newspaper.
TINTED WINDOW CLEANER RECIPE FULL
To read the full details of how these tests were completed, see the article DIY Glass Cleaners Put to the Test. Lab TestsĮach product was tested against two foes: hairspray and oil, which are the two most common residues found on glass or mirror surfaces and are also the most difficult problems to clean off. Meyer’s Clean Day, Seventh Generation, Greenshield Organic, Green Works, Simple Truth Organic, Aunt Fannie’s, Better Life, Naturals by Simple Green, and Honest. The products that we tested were (from left to right): Home Solv by Citra Solv, Method, Ecos, Mrs. The DIY cleaners were all made with household ingredients so we decided to use cleaners marketed as natural since they are more likely to have a similar chemical profile to the homemade versions than a non-green cleaner. There were many surprising revelations (one of these bottles has a unique sprayer that helps get out the last bit of liquid) and many let downs (several of these cleaners claim to be nontoxic, but aren’t). We also determined each product’s pH, which is important to know so that any nearby surface like a marble countertop isn’t damaged by the spray when cleaning. We expanded the testing to be more rigorous and in-depth for these store-bought cleaners, pitting them against dirty windows, examining their containers, and comparing their smell, price, and Amazon review scores. If you plan to apply a new window tint after removing the old, clean the glass thoroughly with clean water and a non-ammonia or non-vinegar based cleaner to make sure the new film is not damaged by trace chemicals remaining on the glass from your last removal.After testing 18 recipes to determine the best DIY glass cleaner (see those results here), we wanted to know how popular commercial products would perform for comparison.
Once the film has been pulled off, clean the glass thoroughly with an ammonia-based cleaner to remove all traces of the old adhesive. Use your paper towels to mop up the water/ammonia mixture that gathers at the base of the window so the wood isn't softened or damaged by the moisture. Use your blow dryer and spray bottle to continue spraying the film until it separates easily. Use a razor, such as in a paint scraper made for cleaning windows, or a straight edge razor held at an angle against the glass to scrape the film off.
Give it more time, ammonia and heat to speed the process. Depending on how much adhesive you've been able to dissolve, the tint will either release and come off in big sheets or pieces, or it will stubbornly resist and come off in small pieces. Once you have softened the window film with ammonia and your blow dryer, use a razor to grasp one corner or edge of the film and pull. The warmer the window glass is, the easier the tint will peel. Try to remove the film during the day or with the window in the sun. When combined with a blow dryer and steamer, the combination of wet and then dry heat is very effective at getting your tint to release. One alternative to chemicals, particularly in a vehicle where ammonia and vinegar fumes may affect the adhesives in other car components, is a hand steamer. Ammonia fumes can also damage sensitive electronic parts, fabrics, and adhesives in a vehicle, so don't use ammonia in an enclosed vehicle (like back window tinting).
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