What Causes Bubbling Tint and How to Prevent It
What Causes Window Tint to Bubble
Let’s just come out and say it: bubbled tint on a car is an eyesore. Seeing bubbled tint out on the road might put you off of using it in your vehicle altogether. You may not realize, however, that bubbled window tint doesn’t just look bad, but it also stops the film from working as intended. In most cases, bubbled or blistered automotive tint can be totally avoided with high-quality installation and even better products – which is exactly what you’ll find at Turbo Tint of Austin. To learn more about stopping window tints from bubbling and blistering, check out our latest blog!
Why are there bubbles in my window tint?
Environmental Factors
Many people believe that bubbled tint is most often caused by environmental factors, like the sweltering heat and humidity we know all too well in Austin. While it’s true that your window tint can be impacted by the weather, that’s not the whole story. In general, bubbled tint is usually caused by tension in the film that results in it pulling away from its adhesive. This could be due to moisture forming between the film and the glass, but that’s not always the case.
Austin can experience warm, humid weather no matter the time of year, and it’s important to make sure you’re taking the necessary precautions to keep our weather from impacting your window tint. In Austin, Pflugerville, Bee Cave, and the surrounding areas, motorists count on Turbo Tint of Austin to provide them with the high-quality window films they need to handle any kind of Texas weather.
Dust and Debris Caught Between Window and Tint
Installing window tint yourself probably isn’t going to yield great results. Unless you’ve worked extensively with tint previously, you might not know the finer points of proper window film installation. For example, installing window film on windows and windshields that haven’t been prepped or cleaned properly make it more likely that the tint will bubble. It’s even possible for tiny, hard-to-see particles to get trapped during installation and cause bubbling over time. By letting professionals handle this job, you ensure that your windows are free of dirt, dust, and debris prior to installation.
Poor Quality Tint
As with many things, you get what you pay for when it comes to car window tint. Cheap tint may look good to start, but it won’t last. Since they’re often more susceptible to environmental factors, they’re more prone to bubbling, blistering, and breaking down quickly. They also may not contain high-quality adhesives or UV inhibitors to prevent color fade. Turbo Tint only uses high-quality films and sealants, allowing us to guarantee top performance.
Improper Installation
Sometimes, the issue is as simple as operator error. Although most big box and auto parts stores carry window tint rolls, you shouldn’t think that means they’re simple to install on your own. DIY projects tend to cause more problems than they solve, and installing window tint is no different. It takes professional knowledge and industry-leading materials to install tinted window film in a way that prevents bubbling and warping.
How To Prevent Bubbling
The simplest way to prevent car window tint bubbling? Turn to the local professionals at Turbo Tint of Austin. Motorists throughout the Austin area know that our exceptional installation and superior products keep bubbled tint at bay. Our industry-leading window tint is custom cut for a perfect fit. With our years of experience installing window tint, you can rest assured that we’ll get the job done right. Best of all, we stand behind our services with a lifetime warranty.
For the best quality automotive window tint installation in Austin, look no further than Turbo Tint. Schedule your next visit today!