2 to 4 hours2 to 4 hours. Full-sized trucks generally take between an hour and an hour and a half. A set of front doors usually only takes 30-45 minutes. If old aftermarket film has to be removed, that can add anywhere from 30 minutes to half a day.

Can I roll my windows down after 2 days?

Some water will remain. Well, at least for 24+ hours. The installer might hand you a manufacturer’s warranty, and on that pamphlet, it most likely will state how long the film manufacturer recommends you wait before rolling down your windows. It will most likely recommend waiting 3 – 4 days.
 

How long should I wait to roll down windows after tint?

Do I need to wait to roll my windows down? We recommend that you leave your vehicle windows rolled up for at least 24 hours after window film has been installed. This allows the film to cure and adhere to the glass before the window is moved.

How do I know if my tint is dry?

To determine whether your new tint is dry, be on the lookout for the bubbles and haziness of your new window to fade away. This haziness is caused by the water evaporating, so when your window looks like it’s been factory installed, you can feel confident your tint has dried.

Does window tint cure faster in hot weather?

In summer, hot air can make the tint cure faster, which is good. However, high humidity levels make tinting difficult to install. In winter, you may not be able to have your window tinting installed because the cold weather increases the curing time significantly.
 

Does tint get darker after a few days?

If you take a look at your recently installed car window tint, it may look like it’s getting darker each week, but… What you’re actually seeing is the adhesive changing. The adhesive is “setting” and reacting to heat and sun exposure, which makes your tint look like it’s getting darker.
 

Does window tint keep your car cooler?

Keeps Your Car Cooler



Car window tint blocks both ultraviolet and infrared light. Both are responsible for the excess heat inside your car during the hot months. By blocking these rays, car tint makes your car cooler. With car window tint, you no longer need to wait for the car tint to cool off so you can drive off.
 

What not to do after getting windows tinted?

What Not to Do When You Have Tinted Windows

1. Don’t Park Your Car in the Sun. Sun is one of the leading causes of damage to tint.
2. Don’t Use Non-Tint-Safe Cleaners.
3. Don’t Leave Deformities in Your Tint.
4. Don’t Leave Your Tint On Too Long.
5. Don’t Install New Tint Over Old Tint.

How long do I wait before I can roll down my window?

We recommend that you leave your vehicle windows rolled up for at least 24 hours after window film has been installed. This allows the film to cure and adhere to the glass before the window is moved.

What happens if I roll my window down after tint?

A common question from customers who have just put tinted windows on their car, is “Why Can’t I Roll Down My Windows After Tinting?” The answer is that the adhesives holding the tinted window film in place take time to dry, and until they do, friction caused by rolling down the window could scrape film from the glass.