Installation instructions for window films
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Installing a window film is not rocket science and can be done easily even by laypeople! It is even child's play if the correct procedure is followed.
This is how you can achieve a perfect result with your installation
Our installation video shows the correct procedure, which applies to most self-adhesive films. Take three minutes and your installation can begin!
10 steps to perfect film installation
You will need the following things:
- Spray bottle, adhesive tape, paper towels (not included)
- Transfer concentrate, item no. 020010 (not included) or alternatively dilute 0.5 liters of water with 5 drops of “FROSCH (PH) neutral cleaner”.
- Glass cleaner, item no. 020210 (not included) or commercially available glass cleaner
- Installation set, item no. 010000 - Installation squeegee and glass scraper blade (included in delivery)
Tips for installing the film
- You should install the film in pairs!
- Do not install the film if the temperature on the installation side is below +6° C.
| General installation instructions for self-adhesive window films | |
|---|---|
| 1. | Fill the spray bottle with 0.5 liters of water and add the transfer concentrate (30 ml) or 5 drops of "FROSCH (PH) neutral cleaner" (sufficient for approx. 6 to 7 m² of glass surface). |
| 2. | Clean the glass pane or the surface to be glued thoroughly with a commercially available glass cleaner or ours! Remove all sticky particles (e.g. paint or fly dirt) preferably with the glass scraper blade. No dirt residue should remain on the glass! |
| 3. | Separate the carrier film or the backing paper from the ordered self-adhesive film using adhesive strips that you stick to a corner on the front and back of the film and pull apart slightly. In this case, the carrier film (or the backing paper) usually stays on one adhesive strip and the actual self-adhesive film you ordered stays on the other adhesive strip. ATTENTION! Your film can be equipped with a (usually white) backing paper OR with a transparent backing film, which is very thin, see-through and actually there ☺. These film backings are non-adhesive and are only used to cover the adhesive side (like a sticker). |
| 4. | Now hold the ordered film firmly while the second person peels off the backing film (the backing paper), starting from the corner, and at the same time sprays the exposed adhesive side with the liquid. The glass pane (the surface to be glued) must then be sprayed with the liquid. Do not skimp on the liquid, the film and glass pane should be well wet. |
| 5. | Place the ordered film with the moistened adhesive side on the glass pane (the surface to be glued). The film should slide back and forth easily, otherwise spray the mounting surface again. |
| 6. | Now spray the other side of the film you ordered, this will make your work easier with the supplied mounting squeegee (plastic scraper). |
| 7. | Now use the mounting squeegee to squeeze out the liquid evenly, starting from the middle and working towards the side edges. Make sure that there is no residual water left under the film! To avoid possible scratches, you should wrap the mounting squeegee in a paper towel. |
| 8. | Carefully clean the edges and the film with a soft cloth. If necessary, press the edges again with the squeegee. |
| 9. | Let the film dry for 3 days without touching it. Wait 2 weeks before cleaning the film for the first time and never use hard objects (brush or blade) to clean it. Commercially available glass cleaners can be used. |
| 10. | Done! |
Download specific installation instructions
Depending on the adhesive film, there are a few subtle differences that need to be taken into account. For this reason, we have the right instructions for each specific type.
General installation instructions for self-adhesive films- Installation instructions for adhesive films (adhesive-free films)
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- Installation instructions for tile foils (dry installation)
- Installation instructions for tile foils (wet installation)
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- Installation instructions for Adhesion sun protection films
- Installation instructions for anti-reflective film (dry installation)
FAQ on film installation
Depending on the type of film, the installation side and the installation position, window films last for many years. Durability between 10 and 15 years is realistic. To estimate a more precise durability, please contact our customer service. We would be happy to assess your situation.
A self-adhesive window film has an adhesive back, similar to a self-adhesive stamp or a sticker. With the help of the extremely thin, transparent adhesive, the film sticks to the window after installation.
The static window film is glueless and only sticks to the window glass with its electrostatic back. The adhesive force is so great that it can even be used in damp rooms without any problems.
Recommended:
- The film must not be cleaned for the first three weeks after it has been applied.
- Commercially available glass cleaning products can be used.
- Clean the windows with soft cloths or a chamois leather.
- Make sure that rubber wipers and all other cleaning utensils are clean.
- Please clean the edges of the film carefully.< /li>
- Therefore, clean a film laid outside at short intervals so that the hard dirt particles cannot settle too firmly on the film surface.
- For outside Once the film has been laid, coarse dust and dirt should be removed from the film using a very wet, soft chamois leather and plenty of clean water.
Cleaning:
- Clean the window surface with the Spray water-cleaner mixture.
- Wipe water off from top to bottom with a rubber squeegee.
- Soak heavily soiled areas again and clean with a soft chamois leather or sponge and plenty of water.
- Spray the window again with a water-cleaner mixture and wipe it from top to bottom with a rubber squeegee.
Not recommended:
- Do not use abrasive Cleaning agents
- Never clean the windows dry.
- Do not use glass scrapers, razor blades or scotch tape.
- Do not clean with a high-pressure cleaner or steam cleaners.
- In general, it is not recommended to attach advertising stickers to the film coating.
- Always remember: The surface coating of the film is scratch-resistant, but not indestructible.
To remove a window film without leaving any residue and without damaging the glass, grasp it at one corner and then slowly pull it off at an angle. In the case of adhesive films, the film can be warmed up with a hairdryer to lukewarm temperature beforehand to loosen the film adhesive. Any adhesive residue after removing the window film can be easily removed with our Adhesive residue remover.
Here you will find a Instructions for removing old window films.