Step #7 - Smoothing film into place

Once the film has been applied, completely wet it with the installation solution again to prepare to begin the adhesion process and set the film.

To set the film and prevent it from sliding around, begin squeegeeing the film by making a “T”. Start by making a horizontal stroke across the top 2” of glass below the edge (#1). Follow this with a vertical stroke down the center of the film stopping 2” from the bottom (#2).

Be sure to push the squeegee across the film; do not pull it.

After creating the “T” go back to the top and continue squeegeeing the film using horizontal strokes from the center and go to the left (#3) and then right (#4). Continue to be careful not to squeegee to the edge of the film always leaving a two-inch border.

PRO TIP: DO NOT SQUEEGEE TO THE EDGE OF THE FILM! If you squeegee all the way to the edge before trimming, you risk causing dirt and grit to get sucked back under the film. Squeegee the entire window, but leave a two-inch border around all edges.

Move on to Step #8.